HOLDEN SPERLING

Professional Highlights

Employee Experience Lead, Virgin Hyperloop November 2019 - July 2020

• Conceived and executed multi-channel internal crisis communications for COVID-19, in consultation with senior leadership team, including companywide operational updates, community-building, and change management

• Managed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programming including policy fairness audits, talent pipeline bias auditing, and employee resource groups

• Reported to senior leadership on diversity, inclusion, and engagement landscape using EEO and survey data

• Revived internal knowledge center to allow for more efficient, self-service internal operations

• Overhauled internal operations collateral to use inclusive language, align with recruitment objectives, and maintain consistent branding

• Facilitated working sessions across employee levels and departments with the intention to set cohesive standards and expectations for company policy around human rights (HR, supply chain, financing, sustainability)

• Developed, deployed, and maintained HR and executive communication workflows for a newly-remote work environment and shifting priorities

Chief of Staff, TodayTix April 2015 - September 2019 Previously: Culture, Office, and Executive Administrator (2015-2017)

• Scaled employee experience (people, communications, facilities, administration) department in global startup organization of over 10x headcount growth

• Led cross-functional executive projects such as annual goal setting and organizational change initiatives

• Responsible for drafting, vetting, programming, and execution of internal communications campaigns on policy, culture, and business. Key campaigns: change events, compliant employee handbook, recruitment materials, on-boarding for new hires, core value development, and bimonthly town hall meeting

• Launched, scaled, and maintained global workplace experience program across three continents, leading to a unified in-office employee experience and 15% spend decrease YOY with sustained employee satisfaction rates

• Responsible for monthly business review presentation to executive stakeholders (CEO, Finance), a review of metrics tied to budget, engagement, recruitment, project statuses, and progress to planned headcount

• Ran organization-wide annual headcount planning, forecasting, and re-forecasting process

• Advocated for and managed diversity sourcing strategy, anti-bias trainings, and employee resource groups

• Provided career counseling, feedback, and growth for an international team of reports

• Developed, implemented, and maintained policies including paid time off and expanded parental leave

• Partnered with CEO to manage rewards and recognition, including total compensation, title levels, and all employee benefits, auditing for equitable compensation and inclusive benefits

• Delivered on intensive diligence requests (HR data, compliance) during capital raises

• Drove employee engagement, utilizing metrics and feedback to increase employee satisfaction

• Supported digital connectedness, acting as Slack community manager and running internal communications Business Operations Consultant, Self (part-time, contract) March 2017 - September 2017

• Created initial strategic and operational roadmap for the organization

• Start-to-finish generation of employee handbook and other internal collateral

• Developed policies consistent with consumer branding, company values, and strategic goals.

• Engaged and implemented first HRIS platform, modeled headcount, and served as first point of contact for all vendors

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Executive Administrator, Counsyl October 2014 - March 2015 Sole administrative and project management support for the Legal, Human Resources, and Facilities organizations

• Organized departmental meetings, company-wide (300+ person) events, and leadership off-sites

• Managed budget and schedule for $1MM facilities expansion Volunteer, Internship, and Fellowship Highlights

Fair Fight Action / Victory 2020 / Vote Forward July 2020 - Present Performing support as needed to progressive political organizations in the United states.

• Voter outreach, engagement, and protection

• Volunteer recruitment

• Community engagement and moderation

Teaching Fellow, Petah Tikvah, Israel August 2013 - July 2014 Selective fellowship (10% admission rate) placing qualified English teachers in under-privileged Israeli schools

• Completed government-run teaching and facilitation certification through Ministry of Education

• Enrolled in advanced-level (daled) language immersion classes

• Developed ongoing curriculum and special programming including a school-wide presentation series, a communication exchange with foreign schools and a cross-organizational event PresenTense Fellow (Israel) November 2013 - June 2014 Member of global social entrepreneurship fellowship focused on building entrepreneurship and social innovation

• Studied the business model canvas and design thinking methodologies

• Used actual case studies to establish proof of concept, conduct market research and analysis

• Received project support and mentorship from Israeli entrepreneurs Board Member + Lead Producer, Act III Theatre Company February 2011 - March 2013 Led organization from deficit to surplus while producing most successful production to date and building foundation for a sustainable financial future moving forward.

Executive Managing Director, Bigger Than a Breadbox Theatre Company July 2011 - October 2012 Served as primary advisor regarding fundraising and programmatic initiatives to organization’s founding board. Administrative Assistant and Concessions Manager, Reprise Theatre Co, October 2010 - October 2011 Served as general administrative assistant to all company executives and ran food sales program. Development Assistant, Primary Stages Company June 2010 - September 2010 Provided support to Development leadership including donor outreach, tracking, and fundraising planning. Executive Board Member + Founder, in-tandem productions June 2006 - August 2009 Founded and lead non-profit theater organization enabling teens and young adults to hold leadership positions in performing arts productions. Led all fundraising and budgeting efforts for the organization. Education University of California, Los Angeles – Bachelor of Arts, 2013 Dean’s List Student Skills + Certifications gSuite (Admin) Adobe Photoshop ATS HRIS Implementation Officevibe CultureAmp Asana Monday.com Project Management Coaching Compassion Certified Mindful Leader (Whil)

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