Censia Pottorf
About Censia Pottorf
Censia Pottorf serves as the Global Executive Head of Human Resources at Opentrons Labworks Inc., where she integrates HR strategies with business objectives and advocates for diversity and inclusion. With extensive experience in HR roles at various companies, she specializes in workforce planning, compensation plans, and leadership training.
Current Role at Opentrons Labworks Inc.
Censia Pottorf serves as the Global Executive Head of Human Resources at Opentrons Labworks Inc. since 2021. In this role, she focuses on strategic workforce planning to align talent resources with business needs. Her leadership is instrumental in integrating HR strategies with the company's objectives, particularly in a remote work environment with headquarters in New York City.
Previous Experience at SweetLabs, Inc.
Prior to her current position, Censia Pottorf worked at SweetLabs, Inc. as the Head of Human Resources Operations from 2011 to 2016. During her five years in Downtown San Diego, she played a key role in developing operationally efficient HR processes that aligned with the company's strategic goals.
Background in Human Resources Management
Censia Pottorf has a robust background in human resources management, having served as the Human Resources Manager at GreatCall, Inc. from 2007 to 2011. She also held the position of Vice President of Human Resources at Aptevo Therapeutics Inc. from 2016 to 2021, where she managed HR operations during mergers and acquisitions.
Education and Expertise
Censia Pottorf holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from the University of Phoenix, where she also earned a Bachelor of Business Management (BBM). Her expertise includes creating and executing compensation plans, advocating for diversity and inclusion initiatives, and developing leadership training programs.
Skills in HR Technology and Change Management
Censia Pottorf possesses a comprehensive understanding of HRIS and ATS systems, contributing to their successful implementation and usage. She has a proven track record in leading change management initiatives, which drive organizational transformation and enhance collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.