Janina Maldonado Menéndez

Executive Advisor · Interim CPO · Transformation Lead

Transforming organizations where it matters most: People, Leadership & Culture

I support companies in post-merger and transformation phases to quickly stabilize, align and scale their organization.

With over 10 years of executive HR experience and a strong background in post-merger integration, I work at the intersection of strategy and execution – ensuring that transformation is not only designed, but delivered.

Janina Maldonado Menéndez

Expertise

Where people, leadership and culture decide the outcome.

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Post-Merger Integration (People)

  • 100-day integration plans
  • Cultural alignment & integration
  • Retention strategies for key talent
  • Leadership alignment
  • HR system & policy harmonization
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Transformation & Change

  • Organizational redesign
  • Culture transformation
  • Leadership development
  • Change strategy & execution
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Interim & Fractional Leadership

  • Interim Chief People Officer
  • Transformation Lead
  • Executive sparring for CEOs & founders

About

I am an Executive People & Transformation Lead with over 10 years of experience in HR leadership roles. Most recently, I served as Chief People Officer and led the post-merger integration following a full acquisition by a leading DAX-listed automotive group.

My work focuses on translating strategy into execution – particularly in complex and high-stakes environments such as mergers, rapid growth or organizational transformation.

I combine corporate experience with a strong understanding of start/scale-up dynamics and work closely with leadership teams to create clarity, alignment and sustainable impact.

Worked with leading international organizations and high-growth companies.

— Track record

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For project inquiries, interim roles or advisory engagements, feel free to reach out.

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