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Hello! I’m Cynthia Patterson, a founder with 20+ years of experience in Human Resources/People Operations, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse industries including tech, healthcare, non-profit, retail, and AI. I consider myself fortunate to have been a part of creating People-First, equitable workplaces while scaling organizational growth. PeopleOps.how was born out of a belief that every organization, regardless of size, should have a trusted partner to build their People vision. My approach is industry- and tech-agnostic—we seamlessly integrate into different verticals and your existing platforms and processes, supporting everything from Talent Acquisition to Payroll. One key strength is the ability to be “airlifted in” and get right to work. My passions are equally diverse —I’m a former Board Advisory Member for an HR software company, an Ambassador for Resources for Humans (a global HR community of over 20K professionals), and I host meetups and webinars within the People Operations community. Home has been Seattle, Boston, and now New York City—where I’m always exploring new food, experiences, and the unique aspects of the city. I also recharge by fostering animals, volunteering with Think!Chinatown, NY State Board of Elections, and other community organizations. To quote Tom Hanks in "A League of Their Own": “It’s supposed to be hard. If it were easy, everyone would do it.” That is to say: We love what we do—every challenge and opportunity. Thank you for considering PeopleOps.how. We look forward to learning and sharing with you! — Cynthia Patterson SPHR, Founder PeopleOps.how
Meet the Founder
PeopleOps.how
What is Fractional HR?
PeopleOps.how is Fractional HR: A flexible, on-demand human resources support solution that enables organizations to work with experienced HR/PeopleOps professionals in a part-time capacity. An effective fractional People Operations partnership optimizes your team, enhances employee experience, and drives organizational success. Whether you need comprehensive HR strategies, temporary coverage for existing HR/PeopleOps teams, or adapting to dynamic organizational needs, PeopleOps.how can help. Learn more about what fractional People Operations is and how we can transform your organization with services that deliver full-time dedication and results. All our services are tailored to your needs.
Our 3 R's Pillars
Recruiting
Identifying and attracting top talent is crucial for the success of any organization. Creating a People-First candidate and hiring team experience is foundational in Talent Acquisition.
Retention
Retention is intentional and isn't just a metric: it's a testament to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and motivated.
Resilience
Resilience is future-proofing your organization through your team members. Grow your team through Career Pathing, Upskilling, Well-Being, and Emotional Intelligence development.
Testimonials
“[Cynthia] identified some key opportunities for me, and by strategically surfacing them, opened up a path forward.”
Kaylee Plaut, SVP Customer Operations