Fractional HR Leadership
Meet Julia Santarcangelo, SPHR
Growing a business is exciting. But as your team grows, people challenges can quickly become a distraction from running the business.
After more than 20 years leading HR for organizations ranging from growing businesses to complex, multi-state employers, I founded 7 Pillars HR Advisory to give business owners access to experienced HR leadership when they need it.
I understand both sides of the equation. I've served as an executive HR leader and I've built a business myself. That means my advice is grounded in what works in the real world, not just what looks good on paper.
Experience supporting organizations from startup through 2,000+ employees, including multi-state organizations. Today, 7 Pillars focuses on helping growing businesses with 20–100 employees build the people foundation they need to grow.
At a glance
- 20+
- Years of progressive HR leadership
- SPHR
- Certified senior HR professional
- 2,000+
- Startup to 2,000+ employees; focus on 20–100
- B.S.
- Business Administration & Human Resources
- Industries
- Experience in construction, engineering, government contracting, and multi-state organizations
The gap I see again and again
Companies grow from 20 to 100+ employees, but the HR systems, leadership practices, and compliance processes don't keep pace. Business owners suddenly find themselves spending valuable time solving employee issues instead of focusing on customers, operations, and growth.
That's where I come in.
As a Fractional HR Leader, I partner with organizations that need experienced executive-level HR leadership without the expense of hiring a full-time HR executive. Whether your business needs ongoing strategic guidance, support during a period of rapid growth, or help with a critical HR initiative, I become an extension of your leadership team.
What I help businesses achieve
- 01Build scalable HR systems that support business growth.
- 02Develop confident managers and stronger leadership teams.
- 03Improve recruiting, onboarding, and employee retention.
- 04Create competitive compensation and benefits strategies.
- 05Strengthen compliance and reduce organizational risk.
- 06Navigate mergers, acquisitions, and organizational change.
- 07Build an engaged culture where employees and leaders thrive.
- 08Develop internal HR talent so your organization becomes more self-sufficient over time.
Why 7 Pillars HR Advisory?
I believe your people strategy should be more than an administrative function. It should be a business advantage that helps you grow, attract great people, and build a workplace where people can do their best work.
Whether you need help building your HR foundation, navigating growth, strengthening your leadership team, or solving a specific people challenge, I bring practical, experienced guidance without the cost of a full-time HR executive.
You focus on growing the business. I'll help you handle the people challenges that come with it.
Let's Talk →Next step
Is your people strategy keeping pace?
If your business is growing, let's start a conversation about the HR foundation your next stage requires.