Torrie Plata

• How can HR shift from operational “order taking” to true business partnership during periods of rapid growth?
• Learn how Crinetics re-engineered its HRBP function, growing from 150 to nearly 600 employees in two years, by embedding HRBPs deeply in the business and integrating strategic partnership with employee relations to improve organizational design and workforce decisions
• See how a “white glove” HR service model, supported by an HR team of 25 and an HRBP ratio of <1:100, strengthened leadership alignment, improved talent deployment, and enabled the successful launch of Crinetics’ first commercial product

Interactive Q&A Session

This session explores how HR can move beyond transactional tasks to become a true strategic partner during periods of rapid growth. We’ll examine how embedding HR business partners deeply within the organization and integrating employee-led feedback models can strengthen cultural resilience, improve organizational design, and drive authentic engagement.

• Shifting HR from “order taking” to strategic partnership for better workforce decisions
• Designing a high-touch HRBP model that scales with organizational growth
• Leveraging employee-led feedback to uncover hidden engagement challenges
• Practical steps to build psychological safety and cross-team alignment