Malena Orozco-Otero

About Malena Orozco-Otero

I bring over 25 years of comprehensive experience in the Human Resources field, having served in both strategic and operational roles across large corporations, mid-sized companies, nonprofits, and educational institutions. Throughout my career, I’ve led initiatives in talent development, organizational culture, employee relations, and leadership development. What drives me most is the opportunity to work with people and help unlock their potential through effective HR practices and leadership support.As a leadership coach, I specialize in working with mid-level to executive leaders, guiding them in strengthening their leadership capabilities to foster engaged, high-performing teams. I firmly believe that strong leadership is a critical factor in organizational success—while poor leadership can stall progress and morale, impactful leadership accelerates growth and resilience across an organization.In addition to one-on-one coaching, I facilitate leadership development workshops, including DISC assessments, book studies for managers, and skill-building sessions tailored for all levels. My approach is rooted in the belief that leadership is not defined by title—but by influence, accountability, and the willingness to grow and inspire others.

Experience

1. President and CEO

   Puc National

   Oct 2025 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

Education

• California State University, Los Angeles

  BA, Spanish Language and Literature

• Woodbury University

  MA, Organizational Leadership

Skills

• Career Development
• Deferred Compensation
• Recruiting
• Fmla
• Staff Development
• Union Avoidance
• Event Planning
• Payroll
• Instructional Design
• Employee Benefits
• Workforce Planning
• Leave of Absence
• Talent Management
• Training
• Employee Engagement
• Higher Education
• Customer Service
• Succession Planning
• Public Speaking
• Onboarding
• Powerpoint
• Coaching
• Teaching
• Personnel Management
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Human Resources
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Peoplesoft
• Change Management
• Microsoft Office
• Organizational Development
• Microsoft Word
• Employee Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Temporary Placement
• Budgets