Felipe G. Cofiño

A HR leader experienced in HR operations, workplace culture, DEI, recruiting, branding, and training. An executive professional with a successful track record of improving culture, increasing retention, while attracting top talent.A successful talent acquisition/recruiter, employment branding specialist, and pay / gender equality advocate.I host LinkedIn Audio events weekly and provide ongoing insights and education to the community. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources from The Catholic University of America.I am a family man and a father of two college kids and a foster son. I am of Cuban 🇨🇺 / American 🇺🇸 descent with Spanish heritage & am fluent in Spanish.

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I’m a strategic and people-first HR leader with 30+ years of experience across HR operations, organizational culture, recruiting, benefits administration, compensation analysis, payroll, talent branding, and employee training & development. My industry experience includes hospitality, banking, education & non-profit.As a bilingual, first-generation Cuban-American 🇨🇺🇺🇸 with deep roots in Spanish culture, I bring a unique, inclusive perspective to leadership, workforce development, and community building.Throughout my career, I’ve led initiatives that improve workplace culture, increase employee retention, and attract top talent. I’m passionate about equitable pay, gender equity, and creating environments where people thrive, personally and professionally.✅ Expertise: • Full-cycle Talent Acquisition & Recruiting • HR Compliance & Operational Excellence • Workplace Culture & Employee Engagement • Compensation & Pay Equity Analysis • Benefits Strategy & Administration • Employer Branding & Workplace Wellness • Training, Development & Coaching🎙 I also host weekly LinkedIn and YouTube livestreams focused on workplace wellness, leadership, and career development, sharing practical insights and tools to help others grow.🎓 I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources & Finance from The Catholic University of America.Outside of work, I’m a proud husband, father to two amazing kids, son-in-law and foster dad. I love animals and currently have my dog 🐕 Copper. I lead with heart, humor, and humanity, always.