Katya Laviolette is the chief people officer at 1Password, where she's grown the fully remote workforce to over 1,200 employees across five countries and hit a record 93% offer-to-acceptance rate. Katya believes that HR programs must be strategically aligned with business priorities and does so with a global mindset. She’s passionate about creating a positive work culture and has been recognized for her ability to influence and drive business innovation through both talent and organizational development. Katya is a founding member of the Transform Montreal HR Chapter, working with the board members since the spring of 2024 and hosting the chapter’s first-ever event in October focused on AI, technology, and HR. Prior to joining 1Password, Katya held executive positions at SSENSE, TC Transcontinental, CBC/Radio-Canada, Rio Tinto, Bombardier Aerospace, and Canadian National Railway. She’s also a Board Director with Sanimax and Solotech, two global organizations. Katya is also a member of the Ordre des conseillers en ressources humaines agréés (ORHRI), as well as a certified coach with Integral Coaching Canada. Katya is actively involved in her community, having served many years on the Board of Pour 3 Points (P3P), as well as mentoring women leaders within the Governance au Féminin organization and Monday Girl.