Alena Reva, SHRM-CP

Executive Summary

Strategic HR executive with 15+ years of international experience leading transformation, scaling, and growth for biotechnology, technology, and cleantech organizations. Expert in scaling operations through hypergrowth, M&A integration, and organizational restructuring. Proven track record of implementing data-driven HR solutions that reduce costs, increase revenue, and build high-performing cultures across diverse, multicultural teams.

Core Differentiators

• Built and scaled HR infrastructure supporting 300% YOY growth while maintaining operational excellence.
• Achieved full automation of compensation operations, analysis, and budgeting across biotechnology sectors.
• Implemented cutting-edge AI initiatives in People Operations, serving on the corporate AI committee.
• Led comprehensive M&A due diligence and integration for rapidly growing technology companies.

Areas of Expertise

Professional Experience (last 12 years)

FOGHORN THERAPEUTICS | Cambridge, MA

• VP, Total Rewards and People Operations | Mar 2024 – Present
• Sr. Director, Total Rewards and People Operations | Feb 2022 – Mar 2024

• Lead comprehensive HR strategy for biotechnology company, managing up to 6 employees through hypergrowth and strategic downsizing phases.
• Lead compensation committee prep, communicate with the Board compensation advisor, design analysis narrative, and orchestrate communication. 95% of submitted total rewards and executive compensation proposals have been approved by the Board.
• Oversaw complete compensation function including grade systems, salary surveys, executive compensation, and compensation committee prep.
• Achieved full automation of compensation calculations, analysis, and budgeting processes.
• Managed benefits administration with consistently rising satisfaction rates while maintaining budget targets.
• Evaluated and implemented AI Tools for recruiting, performance, learning and org analytics. Prototyped and designed internal HR dashboards, candidate-screening workflows, and employee-experience tools with AI
• Built comprehensive HR technology stack (Workable, LinkedIn Recruiter, BetterComp, Lattice) supporting data-driven decision making.
• Created HR dashboards using Power BI and SharePoint for strategic business insights.
• Established standard operating procedures (SOPs) ensuring operational excellence and compliance.
• Managed employee surveys and culture team initiatives to drive engagement and organizational effectiveness.
• Member of company AI committee, driving innovation in People Operations.
• Designed talent acquisition processes for both hypergrowth and optimization periods.
• Improved recruitment yield while reducing cost-per-hire through strategic process optimization.
• Managed comprehensive performance management including annual reviews and semi-annual talent cycles.

SPRUCE POWER (Formerly XL Fleet) | Boston, MA

• Senior Director, People Operations, Systems and Integrations | Feb 2021 – Feb 2022

• Led People Operations, Technology, and M&A integration during 300% YOY headcount growth (200 to 600+ employees in 18 months) across 5 state locations, managing team of 3 direct reports.
• Led HR side of SOX compliance implementation following SPAC merger, establishing audit-ready processes and controls.
• Designed scalable HR infrastructure to support 3-5 year growth trajectory.
• Led M&A due diligence and integration analysis for acquisition targets.
• Served on COVID-19 Response Team, implementing federal regulations and safety policies.
• Managed HR compliance with ITAR regulations for federal contracts.
• Led comprehensive total rewards strategy including compensation structure redesign and equity program overhaul.
• Redesigned equity program and implemented Fidelity as provider, improving employee equity experience.
• Led benefits broker transition, improving employee satisfaction through eNPS methodology.
• Established headcount budgeting and workforce planning processes with predictive analytics.
• Managed all people analytics and HR board preparation, providing data-driven insights for executive decision-making.
• Transformed talent acquisition from manager-driven to streamlined pipeline operations.
• Temporarily led IT/Cybersecurity operations, building business case for in-house IT department.

KASPERSKY LAB | Woburn, MA | 2013 – 2021

• Vice President of Human Resources, Americas & Europe | 2019 – 2021
• Led strategic HR for 800+ employees across 15 countries with $15M+ payroll and benefits budget.
• Directed organizational redesign of Digital Business Unit, enhancing revenue while reducing workforce costs.
• Established permanent HR Technology department, championing data-driven HR practices.
• Led global compensation and benefits redesign, achieving 200K Euro annual savings in Europe.

• Vice President of Human Resources, Americas | 2017 – 2019
• Managed HR for 400+ employees across six countries, supporting 25%+ improvement in North American profitability.
• Implemented executive coaching and mentorship programs strengthening leadership development.
• Created Female Empowerment Initiative, increasing senior leadership diversity by 40%.

• Vice President of Human Resources, North America | 2016 – 2017
• Redesigned employee experience and benefits programs, increasing NPS from 65% to 85%.
• Built agile, metrics-based talent acquisition system, improving Glassdoor rating from 3.2 to 4.7.

• Vice President of Human Resources, North America | 2015 – 2016
• Principal HR Business Partner to Chief Business Officer for $200M global business.
• Implemented new sales compensation structure supporting growth and productivity objectives.

• Global Director, HR Business Partner, Sales & Marketing | 2013 – 2015
• Served as Principal HR Business Partner to Chief Business Officer for $200M global business.
• Led M&A due diligence and integration across 20+ countries.
• Implemented new sales compensation structure supporting growth and productivity objectives.

Professional Recognition & Industry Leadership

• Conference Speaker: CompCon (Compensation Conference) - Industry thought leader on compensation strategy and analytics
• WorldAtWork Total Rewards Conference - Expert presenter on total rewards transformation and technology
• LinkedIn influencer with 11,000+ followers, sharing insights on HR technology, total rewards and organizational transformation

Technical Competencies

• HRIS & People Systems: SuccessFactors • ADP • SAP • Taleo • PeopleSoft • Lattice
• Analytics & Reporting: Power BI • Tableau • Python • SharePoint • Excel Advanced
• Talent Acquisition: Workable • Greenhouse • Lever • LinkedIn Recruiter
• Compensation & Benefits: Payfactors • Payscale • BetterComp • Fidelity (Equity)

Education & Certifications

• M.S., International Industrial Management | 2004
  Baltic State Technical University, St. Petersburg, Russia
• Professional Certifications: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) • Agile Organization Certification, McKinsey & Company • Strategy Development Certification, Boston Consulting Group • Design Thinking Certification, Treehouse Innovation
• Specialized Training: California Employment Law • European Employee Relations • Employment Law: Israel & UAE