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Emma King
Leadership Coach/Chief People and Culture Officer
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About
I’m a Leadership Coach, Chief People and Culture Officer, and mom of two. With 14 years of HR leadership experience, I’ve built and led teams of up to 40 members, crafting innovative talent strategies that align with business objectives and deliver exceptional results. I’m known for building strong, strategically focused recruiting teams and fostering cultures where people thrive. Across all organizational levels, I provide trusted, strategic HR leadership that empowers individuals and drives meaningful transformation. Outside of work, I enjoy volunteering, traveling, and exploring new cuisines as a dedicated foodie, blending my passions for connection and discovery into everything I do.
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What I Offer
I help organizations and individuals navigate challenges and achieve their best through tailored strategies and empathetic leadership.
Leadership Coaching:
Empowering executives and high performers to develop skills and overcome obstacles.
HR Transformation
Designing and implementing systems that align with business goals for sustained growth.
Cultural Development
Building inclusive, people-first environments that drive engagement and innovation.
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Leadership Coaching
HR Transformation Strategy
Talent Acquisition Optimization
Culture and Engagement Development
Wisdom at Work
Notable Roles
Chief People and Culture Officer - Envoy
Transformed HR practices and cultivated a people-first culture, contributing to organizational growth and excellence.
Director of Talent Acquisition - Fresh & Easy
Led a start-up grocery chain’s recruitment and HRIS strategy, staffing over 5,000 employees and reducing recruitment costs significantly.
Group Personnel Manager - Tesco PLC
Drove performance improvements and talent development in a fast-paced retail environment, achieving remarkable results in KPIs and employee retention.
Areas of Expertise
Talent Acquisition and Culture Building
I excel in designing innovative recruitment strategies that attract top talent and foster a culture of excellence, driving measurable growth and engagement.
Leadership Development and Coaching
With certifications in coaching and leadership frameworks, I guide high performers and executives to navigate challenges, develop skills, and achieve their full potential.
HR Transformation and Strategic Vision
I lead HR transformations that align business goals with people strategies, implementing systems and processes that enhance efficiency and long-term success.
Key Achievements
Transformational Leadership
Launched recruitment strategies that resulted in rapid scaling and improved retention rates across multiple organizations.
Process Improvement and Innovation
Streamlined HR systems and processes, achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiencies.
Award-Winning Leadership
Recognized with multiple awards, including Maverick of the Year and inclusion in the Top 50 Women Leaders of Los Angeles.
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