A 360° solution for rapidly scaling tech startups

Why choose fullcircleHR?

fullcircleHR specializes in providing People & Talent guidance to rapidly scaling startups. We have a proven track record of helping early-stage companies establish a strong foundation for growth by developing effective leaders, building a strong company culture, and providing the necessary functional and strategic HR support to drive business results. The right HR leadership and support is vital to achieving your organization’s goals. When facing challenges like restricted budgets, unexpected turnover, or special projects, you need a solution that can quickly provide support.

From HR projects to fractional HR leadership and everything in between, we've got your back. We partner with startups from seed stage to pre-IPO as advisors, coaches, and consultants on People & Talent topics most pressing for you and your team. 

  • Deep startup experience

  • Well-rounded “stratactical” people leadership

  • Responsive

  • Cost-effective

Our Expertise

fullcircleHR is led by Heather Sullivan, a strategic and seasoned People leader with over 25 years of People & Talent expertise in rapidly expanding companies domestically and across the globe. She has built and led the in-house HR and Recruiting functions from seed through hypergrowth, growing companies organically and through M&A, and has a deep passion for creating an amazing employee experience. Heather has held Chief People Officer roles in startups including Discord and ChargePoint, and senior leadership positions at SamsungNEXT, Comcast, and Warner Bros Discovery. She has a proven track record of scaling organizations and is passionate about building high-performing companies. Now she advises CEOs, People Leaders, and VCs and helps scaling startups build a strong People foundation, create kick-ass employee experiences, avoid expensive mistakes, and plan for the future. She has assembled a team of consultants with deep functional expertise to provide “stratactical” (aka strategic and tactical) guidance across all facets of People & Talent.

There isn’t a “one size fits all" way we can work together. Each company has unique needs and we work with you to determine how we can plug in and support your team. Our engagements are designed to address your pain points and help you overcome any obstacles that hinder your company’s growth.

We tend to see partnerships in three key areas:

What We Offer

Fractional/Interim Leadership

  • Fractional Chief People Officers provide startups the opportunity to bring in deep functional expertise as early as possible when specific HR guidance or support is needed, but the organization isn’t currently in a position to add a full-time HR executive. Fractional HR executives can be especially valuable when companies are experiencing significant change such as organizational restructuring, rapid growth, and more. With a “stratactical” philosophy we offer strategic coaching and guidance to assure investors, the Board, and your employees that the company is on solid ground but aren’t shy about rolling up our sleeves and getting hands-on when needed. Our fractional CPOs have extensive experience. They can deliver the strategic leadership, management, and advice you need at just a fraction of the cost of a full-time HR executive. We become a key member of your HR department and empower you to attract and retain a winning team a high-performing culture.

People & Talent Projects

  • You don't have to be an expert in everything. Whether we partner with your in-house HR and Recruiting team, or take a project and run with it, tap into our expertise on projects including: 

    • Employee engagement surveys and action planning

    • Headcount and workforce planning

    • Leadership training and 1:1 coaching

    • Total rewards (comp, equity, and benefits) strategy & design

    • Recruiting and retention strategies

    • M&A and post-merger integration strategies

    • Performance management planning

HR Coaching

  • With hands-on experience leading in-house teams, we can help your People team “see around corners” and address potential challenges before they turn into problems. We provide coaching and mentorship for newly promoted Heads of People, VPs of HR or those in other operational roles who are currently wearing the lead HR hat who could benefit from someone on the sidelines with deep functional expertise. We help your existing team evolve their skills as the needs of your company rapidly change and we nurture and grow the talent within your organization, ensuring your People team is equipped to handle the challenges that come with scaling.

Contact Us

Let’s work together! fullcircleHR is here to help solve our People & HR challenges. Contact us today!