Mariana Bretado
People and Culture Coordinator @Redbrick
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WORK HISTORY
People and Culture Coordinator @Redbrick
Victoria, BC, CA
Redbrick is a B Corp-certified technology company that builds, acquires, and grows a portfolio of digital businesses by providing shared services, including HR, finance, and marketing, enabling each company to scale and succeed.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Lead enterprise-wide DEI strategy to foster inclusive and psychologically safe workplaces. Achieved 96%+ employee affirmation that Redbrick and its portfolio are dedicated to DEI (Engagement Survey results) Chair and coordinate the DRIVE Committee, aligning leadership and cross-functional stakeholders around DEI priorities. Maintained 96–100% positive DEI perception across all departments, positioning DEI as a leading strength within the organization Design and facilitate Monthly Collective Learning (MCL) sessions covering DEI and Growth & Development topics in partnership with executives Lead the MCL Book Club, promoting dialogue around equity and inclusive leadership Ensure diverse talent pipelines by tracking recruitment practices against DEI metrics Designed and implemented a technology equipment donation process in partnership with nonprofit organizationsLearning & Development Led the implementation of Absorb LMS, rebranding the platform to Accelerate in alignment with the Redbrick brand. Conducted a comprehensive Training Needs Analysis to identify skills gaps and curate targeted learning pathways Designed and launched a company-wide Mentorship Program. Achieved a 17% adoption rate, creating 18 mentorship matches (36 employees paired) in the first cycle. Built a Learning & Development Dashboard to translate engagement and growth data into strategic insight.HR Analytics & People Intelligence Developed a comprehensive People Intelligence Dashboard integrating ADP (HRIS) with Power BI, providing full visibility across the employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding, performance, turnover) Support payroll and HR reporting for one of Redbrick’s portfolio companies
EDUCATION
Camosun College
Postgraduate Degree Diploma in, Business Administration – Human Resource Management & Leadership
Escuela Bancaria y Comercial
Licentiate degree, Hospitality Administration/Management
SKILLS
ABOUT MARIANA BRETADO
I lead people-centered strategies to build inclusive, psychologically safe workplaces where individuals and organizations can thrive.Originally from Mexico City, I began my career in hospitality, where I spent eight years learning how systems operate and how powerful it is to make people feel seen and supported. Seeking deeper impact, I transitioned into the nonprofit sector at makesense Americas, where I discovered my calling in Human Resources and the transformative power of intentional culture.My leadership is grounded in three core values: justice, responsibility, and empathy. I strive to build strong organizations where decisions are guided by fairness, leaders act with accountability, and people feel valued not only for what they produce, but for who they are. I stand for workplaces where authority is exercised with integrity, commitments are honored, and every voice carries weight.Today, my work sits at the intersection of equity, development, and data. As a People & Culture professional at Redbrick, I focus on creating the conditions that allow people and business to grow together. My work includes:• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ensuring every employee has a voice• Learning & Development, designing growth pathways aligned with business needs• HR Analytics, translating data into insight through reporting, dashboards, and systems integrationI collaborate closely with HR teams, executives, and managers to implement mentorship programs, training strategies, and inclusive initiatives that strengthen culture and performance. The challenges I solve often involve bridging gaps between leadership and employees, data and decisions, intention and execution, to build cohesive, high-trust cultures.I am currently a CPHR Candidate, continuing to deepen my professional expertise.Beyond work, I volunteer with Power To Be, a nonprofit that supports individuals with disabilities in connecting with nature. I also participate in events that support international students navigating the Canadian job market.What fuels me is self-awareness and love, for myself and for the people around me. I believe that when people feel safe enough to grow and valued enough to contribute, both they and the organization succeed.
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