Stephen Choi
About Stephen Choi
Stephen Choi serves as the People Operations Lead for the Americas and EMEA at Sendbird, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in human resources, previously holding positions at Stanford University School of Medicine, Memry Corporation, and IXL Learning.
Work at Sendbird
Stephen Choi serves as the People Operations Lead for the Americas and EMEA regions at Sendbird since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing various HR functions, including the benefits program, global mobility program, leave management program, and overall HR compliance. He has implemented and co-managed Sendbird's HR tech stack, which includes platforms such as BambooHR, Paylocity, Lattice, TiLT, and CultureAmp. Additionally, he leads the immigration and mobility process for over 40 foreign national employees, providing guidance on H1B and L1 visas, OPT STEM extensions, and Permanent Resident Status filings.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Sendbird, Stephen Choi held several HR positions. He worked as an HR Administrator at Stanford University School of Medicine from 2012 to 2014. He then served as a Human Resources Generalist at Memry Corporation from 2014 to 2018 and at IXL Learning from 2018 to 2019. Prior to these roles, he was an HR Administrator at Sterling HSA from 2010 to 2012. His diverse experience in HR has equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to various organizational contexts.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Choi studied Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management at San Jose State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2008 to 2010. He also attended Foothill College. His educational background, combined with his professional experience, has provided him with subject matter expertise in specialized regulatory areas such as FMLA, PFL, CFRA, and FLSA.
Achievements in People Operations
At Sendbird, Stephen Choi is responsible for creating and optimizing people processes to ensure they meet or exceed industry best practices. His role involves overseeing the implementation of HR technologies and managing compliance with various HR regulations. His contributions have significantly impacted the efficiency and effectiveness of the HR operations at Sendbird.