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Cara Brennan Allamano

Cara Brennan Allamano

People leader, co-founder, and Forbes contributor

Joined August 2025

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Summary

Cara Brennan Allamano is a highly experienced People leader with over two decades of expertise in scaling HR operations, recruiting, and learning & development for fast-moving, global companies. Her career spans leadership roles at tech giants and startups, including Chief People Officer at Lattice and Senior Vice President of People at Udemy and Planet, as well as positions at Pinterest and Adobe. forbes+2
She is a co-founder of two key organizations in the HR tech and leadership space: PeopleTech Partners, a group dedicated to bringing new HR and recruiting technologies to market, and Fractional Leader Collective, which empowers fractional leaders and consultants with tech stack knowledge and collaboration opportunities. peopletechpartners+1
As a prolific Forbes contributor since 2021, Cara shares her insights on the evolving workplace, focusing on themes such as strategic HR leadership, employee experience, diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging (DEIB), and the intersection of HR with business growth and new technologies like AI. She also covers critical topics like women's health in the workplace. forbes+1
Cara is committed to continuous learning and leadership development, evidenced by her pursuit of a Master of Liberal Arts in Leadership + Ethics from the University of Chicago. This academic endeavor, undertaken after many years of professional experience, reflects her desire to deepen her empathy for the human experience and enhance her critical thinking in her leadership roles. uchicago

Work

Education

Writing

Remote Work Isn’t The Problem, Your Strategy Might Be

April 1, 2025

Discusses how success in distributed work relies on intentionally designing workplace strategy, referencing data on what is and isn't working.

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HR’s New Era: A Career At The Intersection Of Strategy, Empathy, And Impact

February 1, 2025

Explores the transformation of the HR profession, highlighting how HR leaders have demonstrated strategic value during crises and shifted the perception of HR.

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The Chief People Officer As A Catalyst For Growth: Partnering With Revenue Leaders To Drive Success

December 1, 2024

Argues that the CPO's role extends beyond HR operations to contribute to company growth, especially when partnering with Chief Revenue Officers, given the significant investment in people.

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Your Employer Brand Is Your Brand: The Power Of The CPO And CMO Relationship

April 1, 2024

Discusses the critical partnership between the CPO and CMO in shaping an organization's employer brand, moving beyond traditional internal vs. external client distinctions.

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“I See You And I Value You”: Embracing Authenticity to Build Inclusive Cultures

April 1, 2024

Advocates for pushing the boundaries of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) work to foster diverse and inclusive workplace cultures.

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Reframing The Conversation Around Menopause To Make Real Progress On Womens’ Health In The Workplace

April 1, 2024

Addresses the need to discuss menopause openly in the workplace to support women's health and close gaps in care and access.

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How To Build A Better Employee Experience - And Why It Matters

March 1, 2024

Explores the importance of a strong employee experience, especially in the context of shifting focus to performance and its impact on HR teams.

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A Reproductive Revolution In The Workplace: Meet The Startup Helping Women Understand Their Hormonal Health

January 1, 2024

Highlights the importance of supporting women's hormonal health in the workplace to ensure equity and provide resources for employees to thrive.

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Combating Myths Around Inclusion & Belonging In The Workplace

December 1, 2023

Discusses the importance of fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) as an integral part of the People leader's role.

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Know Your Numbers: Exploring The CPO & CFO Partnership

November 1, 2023

Examines the crucial partnership between the CPO and CFO, emphasizing the CPO's responsibility to understand business financials and its impact on a strategic People function.

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What Businesses Are Getting Wrong About Employee Productivity

October 1, 2023

Addresses common misconceptions businesses have about driving and measuring employee productivity in a constantly changing workplace.

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Why A Strong CEO And CPO Partnership Is Critical For A Strategic People Function

September 1, 2023

Highlights the necessity of a robust partnership between the CEO and CPO for an effective and strategic People function within an organization.

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Human-Forward Leadership: How To Create A Culture Of Psychological Safety

September 1, 2023

Discusses the importance of psychological safety in the workplace for employee well-being and performance, fostering an environment where individuals can contribute without fear.

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From Hype To Policy: How To Approach Generative AI In Practice

August 1, 2023

Examines the practical considerations for organizations and people leaders in developing policies for leveraging generative AI in the workplace.

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Sep 23, 2025