Amy Hernandez
About Amy Hernandez
Amy Hernandez serves as the Executive Director of Talent Experience at Travere Therapeutics and has been a Board Member at TALK since 2024. With extensive experience in talent acquisition and program management, she has held various leadership roles across multiple organizations in the San Diego area.
Current Role at Travere Therapeutics
Amy Hernandez serves as the Executive Director of Talent Experience at Travere Therapeutics since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition strategies and enhancing the overall employee experience within the organization. Her position is based in San Diego, California, and operates in a hybrid work model.
Previous Experience at Travere Therapeutics
Prior to her current role, Amy held multiple positions at Travere Therapeutics. She served as the Senior Director of Global Talent Acquisition from 2021 to 2023, where she focused on developing global recruitment strategies. Additionally, she briefly worked as the Head of Talent Experience in 2023 for five months, contributing to the company's talent management initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Amy Hernandez earned her Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies, Business, and Spanish from The University of Texas at Austin, completing her studies from 2001 to 2004. She possesses strong skills in program management and recruiting operations, which she has applied throughout her extensive career in talent acquisition.
Advocacy and Community Involvement
Amy advocates for rare diseases through the #InRareforLife initiative, demonstrating her commitment to raising awareness and supporting affected individuals. She also served as Chairperson for the San Diego Chapter of TALK from 2021 to 2024, contributing to the organization's mission and community outreach efforts.
Career Background in Talent Acquisition
Amy has a diverse background in talent acquisition, having worked in both in-house and agency recruiting environments. Her previous roles include positions at Greenwich Biosciences, ResMed, and Vitamin T, where she developed her expertise in talent acquisition leadership. She has held various roles such as Associate Director, Talent Acquisition, and Lead Talent Acquisition Partner for North America, Canada, and LATAM.