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About Elisa

Elisa Perry is an accomplished human resources executive with over 20 years of experience in shaping and guiding the people strategies of diverse organizations. She has held pivotal HR leadership roles in both for-profit and non-profit sectors across various industries, including healthcare, education, finance, staffing, and more. 

"As someone who’s navigated career transitions myself,
I know the power of having a clear vision and a trusted guide,
and how transformational it is to be firmly in the driver’s seat of one's own life and career,
steering it with confidence and purpose on every level."

 

Background 

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Elisa’s practical, hands-on approach to human resources has established her as a trusted advisor to executive teams, offering valuable insights and guidance during periods of significant change and growth. She is deeply committed to fostering employee development and success. Known for her strong communication and interpersonal skills, Elisa has a unique gift for seeing the big picture in any professional environment, uncovering pathways to success that uplift individuals and teams. Partnering with her means accessing this insightful, caring approach to achieving your goals.

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Education and Professional Affiliations 

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  • MA in Psychology, University of Santa Monica 

  • BA in Business Administration and Organizational Behavior, American Intercontinental University 

  • Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Society of Human Resources Management 

  • Certified in People Analytics, Human Capital Institute 

  • Getting Things Done® Certified Trainer, Crucial Learning

  • Active member of the Portland Human Resource Management Association (PHRMA)

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Clients & Impact

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Elisa’s corporate and individual clients benefit from her deep business acumen, which equips them to navigate complex organizational and career management challenges. Elisa’s extensive experience working with individuals at every level of an organization, combined with her cross-industry insights, makes her an invaluable partner to executives and career coaching clients alike. Elisa has served organizations in Education, Finance, Healthcare, and Staffing industries and individual clients ranging from early career individual contributors, to people managers, to CE-level executives. 

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Coaching & Leadership Approach

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Elisa’s approach to leadership is centered around empowering others. She excels at helping individuals, teams, and leaders navigate complex challenges, whether they are new to their roles or seasoned executives facing ever-evolving organizational demands. Her coaching process is adaptable, reflecting the unique needs of everyone she serves. Elisa is particularly skilled in helping professionals identify their strengths and achievements, illuminate opportunities for improvement, and develop actionable plans for career management, personal and professional growth. She provides tailored, strategic guidance that empowers clients to unlock their full potential and achieve meaningful personal and professional growth.

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More About Elisa​

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Elisa is deeply committed to giving back, whether she's volunteering at the Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Care Center or mentoring career professionals. Her passion for wildlife rescue, fostering growth,  and embracing life's adventures embodies her dedication to creating a positive and meaningful impact in the world. Elisa also enjoys exploring all that the outdoors of the Pacific Northwest has to offer, hiking, live music, perusing the shelves at Powell's Books, and enjoying the endless selection of local Portland coffee roasters.

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"When I decided to transition from being a long-time entrepreneur to becoming an employee, Elisa came highly recommended—and she exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, she was patient, kind, and deeply professional. She asked insightful questions that helped me clarify my goals, provided timely, thoughtful feedback, and guided me through reshaping my professional brand to align with my new direction. With her support, I re-engaged my network in a more intentional way, which led to meaningful conversations—and ultimately, a freelance client created a full-time role for me. If you're navigating a career transition or simply want to grow in your current path, I can't recommend Elisa highly enough. I truly couldn’t have done it without her."

Lysa, Leadership Strategist

J.J., Founder

"Elisa is a committed and trusted partner, a truly experienced professional who was there for me when I needed her most. Working with Elisa was always a delight, even when the work was hard. Throughout our collaboration, I knew she would always be a source of truth
and support."

H.D., L&D Consultant

"Working with Elisa when I needed support through a career transition was a gift I will never forget. I experienced her as incredibly knowledgeable, crystal clear in her communication, and compassionate as I navigated a challenging life situation. Her critical thinking and problem-solving abilities balanced with a sense of calm and steadfastness make her an ideal career coach."

I.C., Founder & CEO

"Elisa has gained my greatest admiration for her ability to lead with wisdom and care. Her presence is reassuring, decisive, and competent. Elisa’s kindness and compassion instilled a deep sense of trust and motivation to bring the best of myself to work.”

“Success isn't about how your life looks to others. It's about how it feels to you.” ~ Michelle Obama

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