Our team.
Yariela Brandao
Founder and Chief People Officer
Yariela Brandao, MBA, MS-HRM is the founder and principal consultant of Humanly-Global. A seasoned HR executive and certified performance coach, Yariela brings over two decades of experience leading people strategies across diverse industries and global teams. She is passionate about helping leaders and organizations align purpose with performance, especially in multicultural and mission-driven environments.
Carlos Vargas
Leadership Development Coach
Carlos brings over 10 years of coaching and leadership experience. Originally from Mexico, he is a tremendous resource for Latin America clients. He excels at working with individual contributors as well as corporate groups to develop sustainable leadership results. Carlos received his credentials from the SLS Trainers Academy and is a member of the Performance Coach University in Puerto Rico.
Pam Kissoondyal
Life Coach
Pam Kissoondyal is a certified Life Coach, True Colors Elite Trainer, and Canfield Success Principles Trainer with over two decades of experience supporting individuals, families, and professionals on their journey of growth and transformation. Pam's work is rooted in creating safe, supportive spaces where people feel seen, heard, and empowered to take meaningful steps forward. Whether it's navigating life transitions, rediscovering purpose, or simply making space for self-care, she meets you where you are with compassion and clarity.
Anjali Rajput
MS-HRM, SHRM-CP
Anjali Rajput, MS-HRM, SHRM-CP, is a bilingual (English, Hindi) HR consultant and top-notch employee relations leader with over 15 years of experience driving organizational transformation and performance strategy. Her career spans influential roles at leading companies including Staples, Bose, Novocure, Verizon Wireless, and IDBS (a Danaher company), where she partnered with executives to cultivate high-performing cultures and scalable talent solutions. Anjali is known for her strategic thinking, business acumen, and ability to build trust across all levels of an organization—qualities that make her an invaluable guide through change, conflict resolution, and workforce development. Her data driven, people-first, inclusive approach helps leaders thrive amid transformation, making her a trusted partner in aligning human capital strategies with organizational success.
James Wheaton
SPHR-SCP, SPHR, CCP, GRP, CEP, HCS, Performance Coach University Coach, Certified Leadership Circle Practitioner
James Wheaton is a seasoned human resources executive and business coach with experience helping leaders build high-performing, people-focused organizations. He partners with executives across all business types, with depth in financial services, insurance, pharma, and professional services to align talent strategies with business growth. Known for his expertise in HR transformation, total rewards, and large-scale integrations, James has led initiatives impacting billions in compensation budgets and guided culture shifts that drive measurable results. James combines strategic insight with a people-first approach, empowering leaders to navigate change with clarity and confidence.