
Greg Waechter
Fractional Head of People | 3 IPOs, 4 Exits
Redondo Beach, California
Joined July 2025
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Summary
Greg Waechter is a highly experienced HR leader with over 20 years in the field, specializing in scaling people operations for high-growth companies. He has successfully guided numerous organizations through rapid expansion, managing headcount growth, implementing cultural overhauls, and achieving multiple exits, including three IPOs. His expertise lies in building human-centered HR practices that reduce administrative burdens and boost employee engagement. supersimplehr+2
As the Managing Partner of Super Simple HR, Greg advocates for simplicity and practicality in HR systems. He focuses on creating clear, repeatable processes that empower managers and support employees, moving away from complex, bureaucratic models. His philosophy emphasizes three core pillars of employee satisfaction: fair compensation, growth opportunities, and meaningful recognition. supersimplehr+3
Greg has a strong background in developing HR strategies across various companies, including F45 Training, MedMen, SnackNation, Uptake, Elemy, and Gogo. His roles often involved leadership positions focused on people operations, human resources, and talent management, demonstrating a consistent career trajectory in strategic HR leadership. rocketreach+3
He is an active thought leader in the HR space, contributing to industry discussions through podcasts, articles, and public speaking. His published works and interviews often address critical HR challenges like managing millennial workforces, avoiding common HR mistakes, and building scalable HR infrastructure for rapid business growth. snacknation+3
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Managing Millennials in The Workplace: Stop Making It Complicated
May 31, 2019Explores how companies can effectively address the challenges of managing millennials in the workplace with practical solutions.
The Hidden Time Trap Killing Your Company's Growth
Discusses how founders and CEOs lose valuable time on people management tasks, hindering expansion and revenue. Advocates for streamlined, repeatable HR systems to achieve sustainable growth and operational excellence.
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make a real impact leading HR at an early-stage (Seed to Series C) tech company.Apr 25, 2026
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