Rachel Escobar

Experienced HR professional with a focus on People Operations

Rachel Escobar is the Director of People at Blockstream, a position she has held since September 2020. She has a significant background in human resources, having previously served as HR Manager and HR Generalist at Blockstream since she joined the company in July 2016. Her responsibilities include overseeing HR systems and processes, managing employee performance reviews, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.1

Escobar holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from San Francisco State University and a Certificate in Human Resource Management from the University of California, Berkeley. She is known for her organized approach and a strong commitment to supporting employees.1 2 Additionally, she is involved in an HR community called StartupExperts, which focuses on collaboration among HR leaders.1

Experience

Director of People at Blockstream (September 2020 - Present)

HR Manager at Blockstream (July 2017 - September 2020), HR Generalist at Blockstream (July 2016 - July 2017), HR Leader at StartupExperts (November 2018 - Present), HR Generalist at Pebble Tech (March 2015 - July 2016), Recruiting Coordinator at Pebble Tech (December 2014 - March 2015), Member Service Representative- Personal Banker at Patelco Credit Union (February 2014 - December 2014), Member Service Representative Teller at Patelco Credit Union (October 2012 - January 2014)

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication Studies from San Francisco State University (2011 - 2013), Certificate in Human Resource Management from University of California, Berkeley (2014 - 2016)