About Seth Eliot Santoro CEC

HR Advisor · Executive Coach · Speaker · Author

I've spent my career working at the intersection of people, leadership, and organizational systems — supporting individuals and companies through growth, transition, and complexity.

With over 25 years in corporate environments and nearly 20 years in senior Human Resources leadership and advisory roles, I bring both strategic perspective and hands-on execution to my work. I've partnered with organizations at critical moments — scaling teams, implementing new systems, navigating compliance, and supporting leaders under real pressure.

My work is grounded in experience. I understand what it's like to lead through uncertainty, to make decisions that affect people's livelihoods, and to balance business priorities with human realities.

Professional Background

Two decades of hands-on leadership across HR and organizational development

Throughout my career, I've worked across a wide range of HR and leadership functions. I primarily work with organizations ranging from 25 to 5,000 employees, partnering closely with CEOs, founders, executive teams, and HR leaders who need experienced, steady guidance.

Senior HR Leadership

Strategic advisory roles guiding organizations through complex people decisions.

HCM & Payroll Systems

Expert in system transitions and implementations that actually work in practice.

Fractional HR Leadership

Outsourced and interim leadership for organizations in transition.

HR Operations & Compliance

Building infrastructure that reduces risk and supports sustainable growth.

Executive Coaching

Leadership support for those carrying real organizational responsibility.

Organizational Change

People strategy and transformation during pivotal moments.

How I Work

My approach is thoughtful, direct, and human-centered.

I bring structure where it's needed, clarity where things feel complex, and steadiness in moments that matter. I'm practical, present, and deeply engaged — focused on what will actually move an organization forward, not on unnecessary noise or theory.

Clients often tell me they feel a sense of relief once we begin working together — because things start to make sense, priorities become clearer, and they know they're not navigating challenges alone.

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Thoughtful

Careful consideration before action

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Direct

Clear communication without ambiguity

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Human-Centered

People first, always

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Practical

Solutions that work in the real world

Beyond the Work

I'm also a writer, speaker, and lifelong student of resilience and human behavior.

These interests inform how I show up — as a listener, advisor, and partner — without ever overshadowing the work itself.

At the core of everything I do is a simple belief:

When people are supported well, organizations function better.

If you're navigating growth, transition, or complexity and looking for experienced, grounded support — I'd be glad to connect.

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