Candace H.

About Candace H.

I\'m a People Operations leader with 8+ years of experience driving talent and organizational growth across high-growth startups and mission-driven nonprofits. I specialize in designing and scaling people programs that elevate performance, strengthen culture, and create lasting impact — from recruiting and onboarding to engagement and development.Throughout my career, I\'ve partnered closely with executives, managers, and cross-functional teams to build systems that balance business goals with human needs. Whether leading recruiting functions, company-wide engagement initiatives, or championing inclusion efforts, I bring a strategic mindset, operational rigor, and a deep belief that thriving organizations are built through thriving people. I excel in environments where I can be a connector, streamline workflows, and co-create celebratory and inclusive cultures. I’m energized by the challenge of scaling processes that make work better for people. Currently, I lead People Operations at SF New Deal, a San Francisco nonprofit that has disbursed over $53M to more than 1,900 under-resourced small businesses. If you\'re passionate about the future of work, people strategy, or creating exceptional employee experiences — let’s connect!

Experience

1. People Operations Manager

   Sf New Deal

   Jul 2023 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   SF New Deal strengthens neighborhoods by addressing the urgent needs and operational barriers that make it difficult for under-resourced small businesses to succeed in San Francisco. We design and implement diverse programs utilizing both public and private funding and work in close, collaborative partnership with small businesses, community-based organizations, and City departments. Each of our programs orients into two distinct areas: 1. increasing neighborhood vibrancy and 2. supporting small business success. Across our operations to date, we have disbursed over $53 million to 1,900+ local businesses citywide in all 11 districts of San Francisco.https://sfnewdeal.org/

Education

• University of Sussex

  UC Education Abroad Program

  2013

• UC San Diego

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, International Studies - Economics, Business Minor

  2015

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Facebook
• Public Speaking
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Social Networking
• Time Management
• Management
• Blogging
• Lightroom
• Data Analysis
• Photography
• Business Intelligence
• Team Leadership
• Research
• Editing
• Recruiting
• Social Media
• Event Planning