Barbara Torres
About Barbara Torres
Barbara Torres serves as the Organizational Effectiveness Manager at Swinerton, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in psychology and organization development, with previous roles including Administrative Manager and Talent & HR Manager at Swinerton.
Current Role as Organizational Effectiveness Manager
Barbara Torres currently serves as the Organizational Effectiveness Manager at Swinerton, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing organizational culture and effectiveness. Her approach includes utilizing deep listening and meaningful dialogue to create environments conducive to employee growth and development.
Previous Experience at Swinerton
Prior to her current role, Barbara Torres worked at Swinerton in various capacities. She served as the Administrative Manager from 2014 to 2018, followed by a position as Talent & HR Manager from 2019 to 2020. Her diverse experience within the company has contributed to her understanding of organizational dynamics and employee engagement.
Educational Background
Barbara Torres holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University-Dominguez Hills, where she studied from 2013 to 2015. She furthered her education at Pepperdine Graziadio Business School, earning a Master of Science in Organization Development from 2019 to 2022. Her academic background supports her work in organizational effectiveness and development.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Swinerton, Barbara Torres worked as an Enrollment Services Coordinator at La Sierra University from 2010 to 2014. This role provided her with experience in managing student services and engagement, contributing to her skills in organizational effectiveness.
Approach to Organizational Development
Barbara Torres emphasizes empathy and deep listening as core components of her approach to organizational development. She is committed to fostering thriving organizational cultures, ensuring that employees feel valued and supported in their professional environments.