Joy Branford

About Joy Branford

Global Human Resources executive with extensive experience partnering with leadership teams to scale high-growth organizations across biotechnology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and energy. Trusted advisor to CEOs, Boards, and senior leaders, known for designing and executing people strategies that align with business priorities, enable organizational transformation, and drive sustainable performance.Proven track record of building and leading high-impact strategic initiatives and HR teams that support companies through critical stages of growth, including rapid scaling, organizational transformation, and M&A. Deep expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, executive coaching, and total rewards, with a focus on developing strong leadership teams and high-performing cultures.Areas of Expertise:Organizational Design • Workforce Planning • Change Management • M&A Integration • Executive Coaching • Leadership Development • Talent Strategy • Total Rewards • Organizational Development

Experience

1. Vice President, People and Culture

   Addition Therapeutics

   Aug 2024 — Present · South San Francisco, CA, US

Education

• Golden Gate University

  Master's degree, Human Resources

• Menlo College

  BA, Business Management

• Coaches Training Institute

  Co-Active Coach, Executive Coaching

  2015

• Golden Gate University

  Masters in Human Resources, Human Resources

Skills

• Program Management
• Employee Relations
• Change Management
• Business Strategy
• Talent Management
• Employee Benefits
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Workforce Planning
• Organizational Design
• Talent Acquisition
• Leadership Development
• Compensation Structures
• Organizational Development
• HR Policies
• Performance Management