Phil Strazzulla

Phil Strazzulla is a renowned HR leader and expert in employee experience, people strategy, and talent development, with a sharp focus on HR technology and organizational culture. As the founder of SelectSoftware Reviews, Phil has helped nearly 3 million HR professionals and people leaders find the right HR software solutions—from HRIS and ATS to Payroll systems—through trusted, data-driven advice and free personalized consultations.

With a strong background in finance (NYU) and an MBA from Harvard Business School, Phil’s career began in venture capital before he pivoted to the HR tech space. His decade-long experience as a computer programmer, user, and entrepreneur in SaaS, combined with managing over $1 million in HR and recruiting software purchases, gives him unique insight into the evolving challenges of talent acquisition and employee engagement technology.

Phil’s expertise in DEI, organizational culture, and strategic HR technology adoption makes him an invaluable resource for HR and people leaders aiming to optimize their workforce management and drive business results. His thought leadership has been featured in Entrepreneur, Harvard Business School, Yahoo, HR.com, Recruiting Daily, and popular podcasts such as Hacking HR and HR ShopTalk. He is also the creator of the Udemy course Employer Branding for Talent Acquisition.

At SelectSoftware Reviews, Phil and his team invest thousands of hours monitoring the HR software landscape to help organizations connect with the right vendors at the right price—ensuring smooth implementation and long-term success. His hands-on approach to talent development technology and commitment to elevating employee experience aligns perfectly with the needs of today’s HR professionals.