Dawn Barnes

Dawn Barnes has worked in human resources for 25 years, providing comprehensive HR leadership to California-based businesses. Dawn’s career spans diverse environments—from global corporate HR departments to innovative tech startups and small-to-mid-sized businesses.

As a Senior Human Resources Professional, Dawn is known for transforming challenges into opportunities and delivering practical, people-centered solutions. Her expertise includes strategic HR planning, organizational design and development, employee relations, compliance with complex Federal and State labor laws, and developing programs, policies, and procedures that support short- and long-term business goals.

Dawn’s leadership is defined by her hands-on approach, partnering with employees and executives at every level of the organization. Whether managing talent, navigating sensitive workplace issues, or driving performance, she combines creativity, insight, and integrity to meet business objectives and foster positive work cultures.