Elena Cortez
About Elena Cortez
Elena Cortez is the Manager of People + Environment at SmartyPants Vitamins, a position she has held since 2021. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition and human resources, having worked in various roles at organizations such as Tender Greens, Para Los Niños, and Sheraton Gateway Hotel Los Angeles.
Current Role at SmartyPants Vitamins
Elena Cortez serves as the Manager of People + Environment at SmartyPants Vitamins. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's focus on employee engagement and environmental sustainability. In this role, she oversees initiatives that align the company's workforce strategies with its environmental goals.
Previous Experience at Tender Greens
Elena Cortez worked at Tender Greens in various capacities from 2013 to 2016. She initially served as the Talent Recruitment Manager, where she was responsible for sourcing and hiring talent. In 2016, she transitioned to the role of HRIS Manager for eight months, focusing on human resources information systems to improve operational efficiency.
Career Background in Talent Acquisition
Before her role at SmartyPants Vitamins, Elena Cortez was the Talent Acquisition Manager at Para Los Niños from 2016 to 2021. In this position, she managed recruitment efforts to attract qualified candidates for various roles within the organization. Her earlier experience includes working as a Recruiter at Sheraton Gateway Hotel Los Angeles and as a Service Manager at Ultimate Staffing.
Education and Professional Development
Elena Cortez has developed her career in human resources and talent acquisition through various roles across different organizations. Her experience spans over a decade, with a focus on recruitment and employee management. She has also worked as an Admissions Assistant at Marlborough School, which contributed to her understanding of organizational dynamics.
Early Career in Human Resources
Elena Cortez began her career in human resources at Shutters on the Beach, where she worked as a Human Resources Generalist from 2004 to 2005. This role provided her with foundational knowledge in HR practices, which she built upon in subsequent positions throughout her career.