Khush S.
Head of People & Culture @Operto
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WORK HISTORY
Head of People & Culture @Operto
Vancouver, BC, CA
As Head of HR, I lead the people and business operations function for a growing SaaS organization, supporting teams across Canada, the United States,EMEA and Asia. I partner with the executive team to drive growth by aligning organizational structure, operating cadence, and talent strategy to company targets.My role spans people strategy and operational execution, including workforce planning tied to revenue and capacity models, org design, performance management, compensation and total rewards, and leadership effectiveness. I focus on building scalable processes, clear accountability, and strong execution rhythms that support growth, cost discipline, and operational efficiency.Known for a commercial, data-driven approach, I help leaders turn strategy into action ensuring the right people, roles, and systems are in place to consistently deliver against business objectives.Interested in learning more about Operto - I\'d love to chat.
EDUCATION
Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University
Human Resources Management Certificate
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Bachelor's degree, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
UBC Sauder School of Business
Executive Education
ABOUT KHUSH S.
Human Resources Leader, Registered Professional Recruiter, and active member of the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHRBC) organization, with a proven track record of building and scaling people strategies for venture-backed tech startups.With experience spanning early-stage formation through growth and expansion phases, I partner closely with CEOs, founders, and investors to align organizational design, talent strategy, and culture with business objectives. My leadership has helped companies achieve national recognition—earning Canada’s Best Startup Employers (Forbes) and Great Place to Work® certifications—while building resilient, high-performing teams globally. I bring a strategic, data-informed, and operationally sound approach to people leadership—balancing the needs of fast-moving environments with long-term, scalable frameworks. Whether launching a new HR function, advising on executive compensation, or leading through organizational change, I am trusted by leadership teams to drive outcomes that support growth, compliance, and culture.Core Competencies:– Organizational Design & Talent Strategy– Executive Hiring & Compensation Planning– Culture Development & Employee Engagement– Global HR Operations & Compliance (Canada, U.S, EMEA)– HR Technology & Infrastructure (HRIS, Total Rewards)– Board, Founder & Investor Relations (People & Talent Advisory)I believe that exceptional teams are built intentionally—and I’m passionate about designing the frameworks that help them scale with clarity and purpose.If you are interested in discussing anything people related - let\'s connect!
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