Kaja Odegard
About Kaja Odegard
Kaja Odegard serves as the Chief People Officer at SPAN, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in human resources, having worked in various roles at iRhythm Technologies, Inc. from 2008 to 2022.
Current Role at SPAN
Kaja Odegard serves as the Chief People Officer at SPAN, a position she has held since 2023. Based in San Francisco, California, she is responsible for overseeing the company's human resources strategy and initiatives. Her role involves enhancing employee engagement, talent acquisition, and organizational development within the company.
Previous Experience at iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
Prior to her current role, Kaja Odegard worked at iRhythm Technologies, Inc. for a total of seven years in various human resources positions. She held the role of EVP, Chief People Officer from 2019 to 2022, and served as VP, Human Resources from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, she was the Director of Human Resources from 2013 to 2015, HR Manager for seven months in 2012, and an HR Generalist from 2008 to 2012. Her extensive experience at iRhythm contributed to her expertise in human resources management.
Early Career at FoxHollow Technologies
Kaja Odegard began her professional career at FoxHollow Technologies, where she worked as an Executive Assistant from 2007 to 2008. This role provided her with foundational experience in administrative support and organizational operations.
Education and Academic Background
Kaja Odegard earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and International Studies from California Lutheran University. Her academic background has equipped her with critical thinking and analytical skills, which are beneficial in her human resources roles.