Kurt Serrano
About Kurt Serrano
Kurt Serrano is the Founder and President of Thrive HR and Enspira, with extensive experience in human resources leadership roles at companies such as Pinterest, Biogen, Expedia, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, and Accenture.
Company
Kurt Serrano is the Founder and President of thrive hr, a human resources consulting firm based in Palm Springs, California. Holding the position since 2018, Kurt is responsible for leading the company in offering specialized HR solutions. Additionally, Kurt is the Founder and President of enspira, located in Los Angeles, California, where he has also been serving since 2018. Through these roles, Kurt aims to enhance organizational efficiency and employee engagement within various businesses.
Title
Kurt Serrano holds the dual title of Founder and President at both thrive hr and enspira, where he leads strategic initiatives and operational functions. His primary focus is delivering value-based human resource services and solutions.
Previous Positions
Kurt Serrano has held several notable positions throughout his career. From 2017 to 2018, he was the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Pinterest in San Francisco. Before that, he served as Vice President of Human Resources at Biogen in Boston for four years, from 2013 to 2017. Earlier roles include Vice President of Human Resources for the Global Lodging Group at Expedia, Inc. in Bellevue (2011-2013), Senior Director of Worldwide Human Resources at Johnson & Johnson in Diamond Bar (2005-2011), and Human Resources Manager at Pfizer in La Jolla (2002-2005). Kurt began his career as a Human Resources Manager and Human Capital Consultant at Accenture in Atlanta, where he worked from 1995 to 2002.
Education and Expertise
Kurt Serrano's educational background includes a Master of Science degree from Rutgers University, achieved in 2008, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington University in St. Louis, completed in 1995. His academic foundation supports his extensive expertise in human resources management and organizational strategy.
Background
Kurt Serrano’s career in human resources spans over two decades, involving significant roles in renowned organizations across various industries. His experience includes senior HR positions in technology, pharmaceutical, and consulting firms. His leadership in these roles has focused on advancing institutional capabilities in human resources, improving stakeholder engagement, and driving organizational change.