Puja Kumar (she/her)

Puja Venkataraman is a seasoned professional in talent acquisition and human resources, currently serving as a Senior Talent Partner at California People Search, Inc. since June 2019, specializing in recruiting exceptional candidates for various administrative roles. Venkataraman has extensive experience, having previously held significant positions at Riviera Partners as Head of Internal Recruiting, where leadership during hyper-growth phases was key, and as a Senior Recruiter at California People Search, Inc., where top billing was achieved consistently. Earlier roles include Human Resources Manager at Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, Director of Front Office Operations at Sofitel Luxury Hotels and Resorts, and several operational and HR management positions at Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Education includes a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from Les Roches, a Master Certificate in Human Resources from Cornell University, and a Human Resource Management Certificate from the University of the Pacific.