Human Resources Roundtable

Human Resources Roundtable

Chairpeople: Erona Liku, Nextivity and Ari Saul, Aicadium

The HR Roundtable concentrates on human capital matters, particularly in the areas of recruitment, retention, and employee development. It explores these topics through educational means and information exchange, offering both peer insights and opportunities to engage with selected content providers. Additionally, the HR Roundtable supports Tech San Diego in various fundamental aspects, including the Jacobs Talent Initiative, the T3: Talking Tech Talent Podcast, and the Tech Directory.

The HR Roundtable is held bi-monthly and participation is for Tech San Diego members and invited guests. If you are interested in attending please fill out the form below!

Roundtable History

The HR Roundtable, a cornerstone in the professional landscape of San Diego’s technology sector, boasts a rich legacy spanning back to its inception in 1998. Initially established under the auspices of American Electronics Association (Later, Tech America), it has since journeyed through various organizational homes before finding its current base of operations with Tech San Diego.

At its core, the HR Roundtable was conceived as a vital platform catering specifically to the needs of HR professionals within the tech industry. Serving as a peer executive development forum, it offers a unique space for industry experts to converge, exchange insights, and cultivate their leadership skills.

Over the years, the HR Roundtable has evolved into a bastion of peer executive development, collaborative learning, and supporting  growth, distinguished by its commitment to benchmarking, mentoring initiatives, and the seamless dissemination of industry intelligence. Furthermore, its ability to harness domain expertise through curated sessions and guest speakers has consistently enriched the professional knowledge of its members.

 Notably, the HR Roundtable holds the distinction of being the longest continuously running peer executive development forum tailored for HR technology executives in San Diego.  This enduring legacy speaks volumes about its enduring relevance and value to the region’s tech community.

 At present, the HR Roundtable is under the capable stewardship of Erona Liku, HR Director, Nextivity and Ari Saul, VP of People Operations, Aicadium.

About the Chairpeople

Erona Liku, Nextivity

Erona Liku, Nextivity powered by Cel-Fi

A business can be as successful as its people! Her passion is understanding human behavior and providing the tools to succeed in a business environment. She is an HR professional that thrives on helping people, understanding their behavior, and supporting their success. Her experience of over a decade in aligning HR strategies with overarching business goals has resulted in a considerable increase in productivity, safety, and employee engagement.

Having worked with small companies in her career, she had the opportunity to build HR departments, understand the challenges of a small company and help build successful teams. Erona currently works for a small tech company in San Diego, Nextivity, and leads all HR initiatives that align the business goals with the culture of the company.

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Ari Saul, Aicadium

As a VP of People Operations with over a decade of experience in managing Human Resources, Ari Saul has honed his skills in creating a positive workplace culture that attracts, retains, and motivates top talent. His expertise in management, coupled with his entrepreneurial spirit, has allowed him to drive organizational growth and improve bottom-line results.

Throughout his career, he has successfully led HR initiatives that have improved employee engagement, developed talent management programs, and streamlined organizational processes. His passion for creating an inclusive work environment, where every employee feels valued and supported, has been a cornerstone of his success. He is excited to bring his unique blend of HR expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to organizations looking to elevate their People Operations and drive business success.

Current and Past Roundtable Members

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