Leina Nhan
Head of People @A Parent Media Co. Inc. Apmc
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WORK HISTORY
Head of People @A Parent Media Co. Inc. Apmc
Calgary, AB, CA
End-to-end People leader responsible for building, operating, and scaling the full People & Culture function in a high-growth media and technology environment; partner to executive leadership on organisational design, workforce strategy, and business-critical decisions- Led workforce scaling through 100%–400% year-over-year growth, supporting expansion across digital media, streaming, live sports, and creator-driven content environments- Full ownership of the People function end-to-end (Talent Acquisition, People Operations, Employee Relations, Total Rewards), remaining hands-on while building scalable systems and infrastructure- Built and scaled People Operations, including HRIS implementation of Deel to enable compliant, efficient employee lifecycle management- Delivered significant cost savings through strategic redesign of benefits and total rewards programs- Trusted advisor to CEO, President, and senior leadership team, shaping organisational design, workforce strategy, compensation, and restructuring decisions- Designed and implemented performance, EVP, and leadership development frameworks to drive accountability and team effectiveness- Leveraged AI and automation to enhance HR operations, employee support, and scalability- Balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution, stepping into operations when needed to drive outcomes in fast-scaling, ambiguous environments
EDUCATION
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Human Resources and Labour Relations
Mount Royal University
Diploma, Human Resources Management and Services
Gregg International College, Yokohama, Japan
International Level 3, Japanese Language and Literature
SKILLS
ABOUT LEINA NHAN
Building relationships and connecting with people are at the heart of who I am—both personally and professionally. I’m passionate about understanding what matters to individuals, designing meaningful employee experiences, and helping people grow into their best versions while aligning their success with organizational goals.I’m a strategic, agile HR leader with proven experience leading People & Culture functions in complex, multi‑location environments. I partner with CEOs, senior executives, and business leaders as a trusted advisor to shape culture, drive change, and embed people‑centric decision‑making into the DNA of the business. My approach blends critical thinking, stakeholder management, and a strong risk‑aware orientation to turn HR into a strategic function, not just a support function.From an operational perspective, I bring a multidisciplinary HR skillset built across talent management, organizational design, compensation, performance, and employee relations. I’m known for translating complex policy, compliance, and cross‑border employment requirements into clear, practical solutions that protect the organization while enabling agility and innovation. I collaborate closely with senior management, line managers, and key stakeholders to build trusted partnerships and drive sustainable results.My core competencies include: HR Leadership & People Strategy Talent Management (Staffing, Development & Succession) Talent Acquisition & Onboarding (including global and remote hiring) Organizational Design & Workforce Planning HR Policies, Programs & Governance Performance Management & Talent Reviews Learning & Development | Corporate Training Employee Relations & Cross‑Border Employment Project & Change Management HRIS, Office Suite & PM – BambooHR, Rippling, DEEL, Asana, Monday.com, HRMS, SAP/SHARP, SuccessFactors, BrassRing, and related systemsI believe People + Culture must have a seat at the leadership table so that business strategy is built on the strengths, insights, and potential of every team member. Connecting purpose and vision to day‑to‑day work is not just aspirational—it’s a competitive advantage that drives growth, engagement, and long‑term success.
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