Elaina Van Kirk brings 15 years of HR and business expertise, specializing in driving measurable results through HR optimization, change management, risk mitigation, talent management, and enhancing the employee experience.
As a Human Capital consultant, Elaina has led numerous large-scale compensation and performance management projects, with a particular focus on aligning the two to ensure pay equity, fairness, and strong connections between employee performance and rewards. She has designed and implemented market-based compensation structures, pay-for-performance models, salary administration processes, and incentive plans that balance organizational goals with employee engagement and retention. Her ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies has helped organizations build compensation frameworks that are both equitable and competitive.
Beyond compensation, Elaina has deep experience in organizational assessments, HR transformation initiatives, HRIS optimizations/implementations, and the design of strategic HR plans that directly support business objectives. She has led mid-sized HR teams, developed and delivered management training, and built talent enablement processes that improve performance and strengthen leadership capabilities.
A hallmark of Elaina’s approach is her ability to build practical tools and models that make strategy executable. She is known for setting a high standard for both process and deliverables across consulting engagements, ensuring that clients not only receive thoughtful recommendations but also actionable solutions that drive lasting impact.
Elaina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.
Certifications & training include: Professional in Human Resources (HRCI) and SHRM-Certified Professional.
