Elena Garats

Digital Talent Sourcing & EVP Leader at IKEA IT AB
Summary
Elena Garats is a dedicated professional who believes in nurturing individuals' inherent talents to help them grow personally and professionally.
With a background in Ph.D. studies in Chemical Enzymology from Lomonosov Moscow State University, Elena has transitioned her expertise to focus on Human Resources and Talent Management.
Her specialties include Succession Planning, Learning & Development, Personal Development, Organizational Development, Change Management, Crisis Management, Project Management, Coaching & Mentoring, and Intercultural and Interpersonal Skills.
Elena has held key roles in various organizations, including Digital Talent Sourcing & EVP Leader at IKEA IT AB, Transformation Project Leader at IKEA, Talent Sourcing Leader at Ingka Services AB, and HR Manager at IKEA.
Prior to her tenure at IKEA, she honed her skills as a Talent and Competence Development Manager at IKEA Centres Europe, Senior HR Business Partner at IKEA Centres Russia, and HR Manager at IKEA Trading Area North East Europe.
She also has experience outside of IKEA, having worked as an HR Manager for Sales and Marketing Departments at Tetra Pak, Recruiter at Kelly Services, and Project Manager at Lomonosov Moscow State University Career Service.
Elena's passion lies in fostering growth, transformation, and learning through her expertise in human resources, talent management, and personal development.