Rosemary Vargas
About Rosemary Vargas
Rosemary Vargas serves as the Global Director of People at Choco, bringing extensive experience in human resources from various organizations including Flatiron Health and Ro. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Queens College and specializes in HR analytics and business partnership.
Current Role at Choco
Rosemary Vargas serves as the Global Director of People at Choco, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees the company's human resources strategies, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and aligning HR practices with the overall business objectives. Her leadership in this capacity is aimed at fostering a positive workplace culture and improving organizational effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Vargas accumulated extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked at Ro from 2018 to 2022, first as Manager of People Operations and then as Senior Manager of People Operations. Her earlier roles include serving as a Senior HR Associate at Mordente Law Firm from 2013 to 2016 and as a People & Culture Generalist at Newsela from 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise in Psychology
Rosemary Vargas earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Queens College. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in understanding workplace dynamics and employee behavior, which she applies to her work in human resources. Her expertise in HR analytics further supports her ability to analyze data to enhance HR strategies and operations.
Diverse Background in Human Resources
Vargas has a diverse background in human resources, encompassing various aspects such as benefits administration and employee engagement. Her experience spans multiple sectors, including her tenure at EY in Asset Management Assurance from 2009 to 2013. This varied experience equips her with a comprehensive understanding of HR functions and the ability to implement effective people strategies.
Skills in Business Partnership
Rosemary Vargas possesses strong skills in business partnership, which emphasize the alignment of HR strategies with business goals. This capability enables her to work collaboratively with different departments, ensuring that human resources initiatives support the broader objectives of the organization. Her focus on strategic alignment is a key aspect of her approach to human resource management.