Kristy Amaro

About Kristy Amaro

Highly skilled and experienced Talent and Sustainability Leader. Demonstrated expertise to build bridges across traditional organizational boundaries. Superior communication and presentation skills. Expert at talent management and identifying learning needs and gaps, then developing and implementing solutions. Proven ability to balance the needs of employees with the best interests of the organization to achieve successful outcomes.Masters of Science degree in Human Resource Development and Administration with 20 years experience as a Human Resources Professional.Energetic leader of talent management, professional development, employee engagement, organizational development and the overall wellness of the organization. Superior communication and presentation skills with a solid knowledge of learning and development, employee experience management, change management, and organizational development.

Experience

1. SVP, Head of Talent and Sustainability

   Amerant Bank

   Aug 2021 — Present · Miami-Dade County, FL, US

   The Head of Talent and Sustainability is at the intersection of human resources and corporate responsibility, championing both the attraction and development of top talent while driving sustainable practices across the organization. This dual focus supports employee engagement and sustainability initiatives that contribute directly to long-term success and brand reputation.Key ResponsibilitiesTalent Acquisition: Oversees strategies for recruiting, developing, and retaining exceptional employees. Responsibilities include designing and implementing talent pipelines, leading employer branding initiatives, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.Learning and Development: Manages and delivers corporate learning programs for approximately 700 team members, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and personal development needs. Develops and implements targeted initiatives for rising stars, women’s advancement, sales excellence, and credit proficiency, cultivating future leaders and driving capability across diverse business functions.Organizational Culture and Engagement: Cultivates a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture, ensuring that employees are motivated, supported, and aligned with the company\'s values.Sustainability Leadership: Leads programs and policies that promote environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and ethical business practices. Duties include setting sustainability goals, monitoring performance, and engaging stakeholders throughout the organization.Strategic Alignment: Collaborates with executive leadership to integrate talent and sustainability strategies into broader business objectives, driving innovation and resilience.Stakeholder Engagement: Represents the organization in external partnerships and industry forums, sharing best practices and advancing both talent and sustainability agendas.

Education

• Barry University

  Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

  1999 — 2001

• Barry University

  Master's of Science, Human Resource Development and Administration

  2004 — 2006