Eve Cortes, CPC, ELI-MP
Eve Cortes, CPC, ELI-MP, is a seasoned Human Resources leader and executive coach with over two decades of experience guiding organizations through growth, transformation, and complex change. As a champion for people-first leadership, she has built a career helping companies develop talent, strengthen organizational culture, and equip leaders with the emotional agility and tools needed to inspire performance and retention.
Currently serving as Fractional HR Director at Topaz HR and founder of Eve Cortes Coaching LLC, Eve blends strategic insight with a development-first approach, creating environments where employees thrive and leaders grow. Her expertise spans talent management, leadership coaching, DEI initiatives, and organizational culture design, and she has held senior HR roles across industries, including hospitality, corporate services, and executive training.
A certified professional coach, Eve is committed to mentoring and empowering others to reach their potential while advocating for mental health, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. She brings intentionality, care, and clarity to every engagement, believing that when organizations prioritize people, they unlock sustainable performance and lasting impact.
Outside of work, Eve contributes her time as a mentor and coach for programs like Dress for Success® Northern NJ and serves on the Mental Health Committee for Morris County SHRM, reinforcing her lifelong commitment to supporting growth, development, and well-being in both professional and community settings.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for HR - 2024
• Hogan Assessments Certification - 2024
• Group Coaching HQ Certified Coach
• Universidad Ana G. Mendez - BBA
• Society of Human Resources/ Local Counsel Committe- Mental Health Chair/ Dress For Success
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to purpose. I am driven by helping others reach their goals and ambitions, and I’ve been fortunate to have mentors like Elsie Resto who have guided me along the way.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve received is that it’s all a mindset. Staying positive and motivated is key to reaching your dreams.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
For young women entering the industry, my advice is to find several mentors from different industries. This allows you to see things from multiple perspectives and gain a broader understanding of the world of work.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges and opportunities in my field is the evolution of AI technology and how it’s reshaping the workforce. Staying adaptable and informed is essential.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I value family, respect, an integrated work-life balance, trust, and courageousness in both my personal and professional life. These principles guide how I lead and live each day.
Locations
Eve Cortes Coaching
New York, NY 12007