Lem Diaz
About Lem Diaz
Lem Diaz serves as the Head of People at Upbound, a position he has held since 2020. He has a diverse background in recruitment and operations, with previous roles at companies such as Google, PayPal, and Ning.
Work at Upbound
Lem Diaz has been serving as the Head of People at Upbound since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the human resources functions and developing strategies to enhance employee engagement and organizational culture. His tenure at Upbound has spanned four years, during which he has contributed to building a strong team and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before joining Upbound, Lem Diaz accumulated extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition. He worked at Google as a Recruiter from 2010 to 2011 and previously as a contract Recruiter from 2007 to 2008. He also held the position of Lead Recruiter at Ning from 2008 to 2009. His background includes roles at PayPal and TEKsystems, where he served as a Sourcer and Technical Recruiter, respectively.
Career Background
Lem Diaz's career includes diverse roles in recruitment and operations. He began his professional journey at TEKsystems as an Account Manager in 2006. He transitioned to various positions, including a Technical Recruiter role at TEKsystems and a year-long sabbatical as a traveler from 2009 to 2010. His experience spans multiple industries, providing him with a broad perspective on talent management.
Education and Expertise
Lem Diaz studied Electrical Engineering at Santa Clara University, where he earned his degree from 1999 to 2003. His educational background in engineering has equipped him with analytical skills and problem-solving abilities, which he applies in his human resources and recruitment roles.