Tamara Rivera

About Tamara Rivera

I am a globally minded safety, security, and EHS leader with a proven ability to translate complex regulatory, risk, and security requirements into practical, scalable solutions that protect people, assets, and business continuity. Throughout my career, I have consistently delivered high-impact programs on time and in alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory expectations, and operational realities across diverse geographies.My expertise spans building and executing enterprise-level EHS and corporate security programs, implementing safety and security standards, assessing work environments, identifying risk and threat vectors, and driving meaningful mitigation strategies. I am known for creating structured, transparent, and sustainable frameworks that align with company vision, values, and policies while fostering trusted partnerships across functions, regions, and cultures.Where others see problems, I see opportunities. I am a natural problem solver with a reputation for critical thinking, calm decision-making, and decisive action, particularly in complex, high-risk, or rapidly evolving environments. I bring focus, energy, and integrity to every challenge, enabling teams to move forward with clarity, resilience, and confidence.I have extensive experience leading cross-functional and global teams across safety, security, and operations, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and environmental, health, safety, and security standards. My work includes overseeing large-scale initiatives, conducting comprehensive EHS and security risk assessments, physical security evaluations, site audits, and vulnerability reviews, as well as identifying systemic gaps and implementing corrective and preventive actions that strengthen compliance, operational excellence, and organizational resilience.I am a results-driven, people-first leader who thrives on challenge and accountability! Highly organized, globally fluent, and deeply committed to excellence, I bring both strategic vision and hands-on leadership to every role I take on.If you are interested in connecting or exchanging ideas around safety, security, leadership, or global operations, feel free to reach out

Experience

1. Senior Director- Global Ehss

   SharkNinja

   Sep 2022 — Present

Education

• Eastern Kentucky University

  Master of Science - MS, Safety, Security & Emergency Management

• Eastern Kentucky University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Occupational Safety and Health Technology | Minor-Fire & Safety Engineering Technology