Angelica Patlan

I ran my first query with a lump in my throat and a racing heart. I was a 911 dispatcher, using CAD commands to pull information on people, places, and vehicles, and I loved it. I loved translating real-time data into decisions that mattered.

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That moment planted the seed. Over time, my career evolved into People Operations (also known as HR), where I’ve worked with agencies, tech companies, and philanthropic foundations. I’ve partnered with employees and executives alike to design performance systems, engagement programs, and people processes that actually work.

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But one thing always stuck out to me: we had the data, we just weren’t using it well.

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That realization shaped my shift into people programs and analytics. I leaned into systems thinking, built dashboards in Power BI, improved HRIS workflows, and turned survey insights into action plans. I combined my background in operations and communication with technical training in SQL, Excel, and project delivery—bridging the gap between strategy and execution.

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Today, I help organizations scale culture, performance, and clarity through programs that are human-centered, data-informed, and operationally sound.

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This site is where I share my work, tools, and the lessons I’ve learned at the intersection of people, systems, and strategy.