
Gloria Alan Canton
Senior HR Consultant
Organizational Development, People Leadership, HR Strategy, Change Management
With over 16 years of experience in Human Resources, Gloria is a seasoned HR professional and certified culture coach specializing in organizational and people development, HR strategy, and change management. Holding a Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology and Business Administration, Gloria has demonstrated exceptional expertise in managing and optimizing HR functions within multinational companies and international organizations across Central America and the Americas.
Fluent in English and French, has a proven track record in building HR departments from the ground up, leading regional HR strategies, and fostering cultures that align business objectives with people-focused solutions. Throughout a distinguished career working with global brands like Dentons, IUCN, PwC, Walmart, Siemens, and H.B. Fuller, Gloria has consistently driven impactful HR initiatives—whether implementing HR technologies, leading recruitment strategies, enhancing employee development programs, or spearheading organizational transformations.
Recent Experience
- Senior HR Manager for Central America – Dentons (April 2023 – October 2024)
- Head of HR for the Americas – IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) (May 2016 – April 2023)
- Senior Consultant, People & Change – PwC (April 2015 – May 2016)
Key Areas of Expertise
- HR Strategy and Planning: Tailoring HR solutions to meet both regional and global business needs.
- Organizational Development & People Leadership: Leading cultural and organizational change efforts, performance management, and leadership development.
- Change Management & Internal Communication: Ensuring smooth transitions during organizational change while maintaining a strong, aligned company culture.
- Talent Management & Career Development: Designing training programs, improving recruitment processes, and mentoring teams to drive performance.
- Labor Law & Compliance: Extensive knowledge of regional labor laws to mitigate risks and ensure legal compliance.
Languages
- English
- Spanish