Dana Helm, Vice President and Head of Human Resources on Influential Women

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Dana Helm

Vice President and Head of Human Resources, Affini-T Therapeutics

Watertown, MA 02472

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Degree Suffolk University Law School

Her Story

About Dana

Meet a distinguished HR virtuoso who has masterfully shaped talent strategies across the biotech and pharmaceutical landscape for more than two and a half decades. From nimble Series A startups to Fortune 50 giants, they have navigated the complexities of high-growth, dynamic, and matrix organizations with remarkable finesse.

As a strategic HR leader, they bring an exceptional ability to weave together comprehensive HR solutions that address the most intricate organizational challenges. Their approach combines deep business partnership with tactical excellence, delivering results that drive organizational success.

What sets them apart is their proven track record of architecting scalable solutions while fostering trust at every organizational level. Their portfolio spans both local and global territories, encompassing generalist, specialist, and leadership positions that demonstrate their versatility and depth of expertise.

Their mastery extends across a comprehensive spectrum of HR disciplines: from crafting strategic workforce plans and spearheading recruitment initiatives to designing organizational frameworks that promote growth. They excel in leadership coaching, performance enhancement, and compensation strategy development. Their expertise encompasses the intricate worlds of benefits administration, HRIS implementation, and career progression frameworks.

With a keen eye for legal compliance and immigration matters, they're equally adept at managing employee relations and advocacy. Their experience in steering organizations through mergers and acquisitions, while preserving and integrating cultural values, showcases their strategic acumen. They've demonstrated excellence in leading diverse teams, partnering with Boards of Directors, championing D&I initiatives, and implementing enterprise-wide systems thinking approaches.

This seasoned professional embodies the perfect blend of strategic vision and practical execution, making them an invaluable asset in transforming HR functions and driving organizational excellence.

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