Eleonora Prihoda-Shen
Director Human Resources @VAST Industrial Corp.
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WORK HISTORY
Director Human Resources @VAST Industrial Corp.
Provides strategic HR leadership for a complex, multi-subsidiary organization encompassing both unionized and non-unionized environments. Leads the development and implementation of enterprise-wide HR initiatives that strengthen compliance, operational consistency, and employee experience. Oversees key functions including workforce planning, policy governance, HRIS optimization, and people analytics. Manages complex employee relations, including accommodations, conduct concerns, and workplace investigations, ensuring alignment with legislation and organizational values. Champions initiatives that enhance the employee experience across the full lifecycle, from onboarding through development, retention, and offboarding. Serves as a trusted partner to senior leadership, advising on people strategy, organizational change, and cultural effectiveness.
EDUCATION
EdX / Coursera - MOOC (Massive Open Online Courses)
Personal Learning Cloud (MOOC / EdX / Coursera)
York University - Schulich School of Business
Professional Development Courses
York University
Master's degree
Ryerson University
Event Management Courses
York University
Hons. BHRM
Sheridan College
Hons. Business Certificate
The University of Western Ontario
Visual Arts
ABOUT ELEONORA PRIHODA-SHEN
People-Centered. Strategic. Data-Driven. An HR leader with expertise in people strategy, grounded in a data-informed, evidence-based approach. Develops and delivers end-to-end solutions that enhance organizational performance, ensure compliance, and elevate the employee experience — across diverse industries, organizational models, and levels of complexity. Experienced across unionized and non-unionized environments, supporting employees, senior leaders, and external partners through growth, transformation, and challenge. Leads with intention — aligning people, compliance, and business strategy to drive measurable outcomes. Applies modern HR technology and analytics to streamline operations, enable real-time dashboards and reporting, and support better workforce planning. Leverages AI-enabled tools to enhance recruitment, engagement, and workflow automation — with a focus on ethical application, data integrity, and practical impact. People-centered and communication-driven — known for building trust, navigating sensitive situations with care, and fostering inclusive environments. Skilled in facilitating difficult conversations, supporting employee well-being, and leading workplace investigations using a trauma-informed approach. Maintains the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism across all levels and contexts. Brings a growth mindset to every challenge — professionally curious, reflective, and committed to continuous learning. Actively engaged with emerging HR trends, regulatory developments, and the evolving needs of today’s workplaces.
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