Catherine Gonzalez, Sphr, Shrm Scp
About Catherine Gonzalez, Sphr, Shrm Scp
Catherine Gonzalez is the Vice President of Enterprise HR Business Partners at TerrAscend, with a strong background in human resources across various industries. She has held leadership roles at several organizations, including Kiva Brands, Stanford Park Hotel, and Di Bruno Bros., and possesses expertise in talent acquisition, conflict management, and process improvement.
Current Role at TerrAscend
Catherine Gonzalez serves as the Vice President, Enterprise HR Business Partners at TerrAscend. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's human resources strategy and operations. In this role, she focuses on aligning HR initiatives with business goals, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Previous Experience at Kiva Brands, Inc.
Before joining TerrAscend, Catherine Gonzalez worked at Kiva Brands, Inc. as Vice President of Human Resources for a period of six months in 2022. Her responsibilities included overseeing HR functions and supporting organizational development during her tenure.
Background in Human Resources Management
Catherine Gonzalez has a robust background in human resources management, having held various positions across multiple organizations. She served as Director of Human Resources at Stanford Park Hotel from 2015 to 2019 and at Kiva Brands, Inc. from 2019 to 2022. Her experience includes roles such as Human Resources Manager at Del Monaco Foods and Corporate Human Resources Manager at Di Bruno Bros.
Education and Professional Development
Catherine Gonzalez earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from York College of Pennsylvania, where she studied Spanish and Public Relations from 1999 to 2004. She also obtained a Certificate in Human Resources Management from Villanova University in 2012, further enhancing her expertise in the HR field.
Skills and Expertise
Catherine Gonzalez possesses extensive experience in utilizing technology to advance human resources functions. She is skilled in conflict management, talent acquisition, retention strategies, and succession planning. Additionally, her bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish allows her to enhance communication and operational effectiveness in diverse environments.