Petre Sebe
About Petre Sebe
Petre Sebe serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at Zilliz, where he focuses on HR management, leadership, and talent acquisition. With extensive experience in various leadership roles at companies like Yahoo, GAF Energy, and Microsoft, he emphasizes building strong relationships and driving organizational success through innovative HR practices.
Work at Zilliz
Currently, Petre Sebe serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at Zilliz, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on HR management, leadership, talent acquisition, and coaching. His work is conducted in a hybrid environment based in Redwood City, California. Sebe emphasizes building strong, trusted relationships with employees, senior leadership, and diverse stakeholders to foster a positive workplace culture.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Zilliz, Petre Sebe held several significant roles in human resources across various organizations. He was the Vice President of People at GAF Energy from 2021 to 2024, where he managed HR functions, leadership, team development, and budgeting. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Human Resources at Treasure Data from 2019 to 2021, focusing on global leadership and growth strategy. His earlier experience includes roles at Yahoo as Sr. Director, HR Business Partner, and at Walmart Global eCommerce as Director, HR Business Partner.
Education and Expertise
Petre Sebe holds a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business from The College of New Jersey, which he completed from 2000 to 2004. He also studied at Università degli Studi di Padova, where he achieved an Italian Minor in 2002. His educational background supports his expertise in HR management, leadership, talent acquisition, and coaching, complemented by a keen business acumen that allows him to translate business needs into effective HR functions.
Background and Personal Insights
Petre Sebe comes from a family of immigrants, which has shaped his perspective on business and leadership. His father built a business in America from scratch, influencing Sebe's approach to fostering talent and innovation in the workplace. He has a strong belief in the power of diverse experiences to drive company growth and is passionate about attracting, growing, and retaining top talent within organizations.
Skills and Competencies
Petre Sebe is recognized for his strategic and detailed approach to human resources. He utilizes emotional intelligence, change management, and employee engagement strategies to promote success at all levels of the organization. His competencies include talent management, performance management, and organizational leadership, which he has applied effectively in fast-growing companies like Skype and Treasure Data.