Erica Reis Mendoza

About Erica Reis Mendoza

Senior HR leader with 20+ years of experience partnering with executive teams in advanced manufacturing and technology-driven organizations through growth, transformation, and organizational change.I operate as a trusted advisor to senior leadership across corporate and plant environments, supporting complex workforce decisions that span talent strategy, performance management, workforce planning, employee relations, and leadership development. My work consistently sits at the intersection of business strategy and people outcomes, particularly in environments where clarity, judgment, and credibility matter most.I have led and developed small, high-impact HR teams while also operating effectively beyond formal reporting lines. In lean organizational models, I have driven enterprise-level initiatives by building strong, trust-based relationships across leadership teams and HR partners, aligning stakeholders, and moving work forward through collaboration and shared accountability.A core strength of my leadership approach is developing talent, both directly and in partnership with business leaders. I have managed and coached HR professionals while partnering with executives to build leadership capability, strengthen succession pipelines, and support teams through periods of change.My background includes significant experience supporting advanced manufacturing plant startups, workforce ramp-ups, and organizational stabilization efforts, as well as enterprise-wide program ownership across global employee populations.I am most effective in environments that value thoughtful leadership, practical execution, and long-term organizational health.

Experience

1. Associate Director, L & d Programs and HR

   Albany International Corp.

   Apr 2024 — Present · Albany, NY, US

   Responsible for Albany International\'s L&D programs to cultivate a culture of continuous learning and growth elevating our employee\'s career experience while collaborating with Albany\'s HR teams to successfully implement our people strategy and initiatives to support the company\'s long-term success.

Education

• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

  Coursework, Information Technology

  2002 — 2003

• Siena University

  BS, Marketing & Management

  2003 — 2007