Cody Epperly

Strategic and empathetic Operations and People Leader with a talent for scaling startup infrastructure and building departments from the ground up. I bridge the gap between human fulfillment and operational efficiency, seamlessly managing projects, complex budgets, and diverse teams. Passionate about designing processes that empower people to do their best work while driving strategic business growth.

Senior People Operations Manager at SkyGrid, a Boeing Aviation Company (2022-02 – 2026-03)

• Built the HR/People Operations function from the ground up teaming with executive leadership and PEO.
• Initiated and managed the Talent Acquisition Department, partnering with executive leadership and managing a recruiting team to scale the company from 16 to 120 during my tenure.
• Collaborated with Finance to design and execute a performance and bonus structure, ensuring alignment with departmental budgets.
• Established and led a cross-departmental culture committee to enhance employee engagement and experience.
• Corresponded with outside legal counsel on employment verifications, including employee sponsorships (H1Bs, TNs, etc.).
• Managed the complete employee lifecycle with a prioritization on retention and employee satisfaction, including off-boarding, onboarding, career training, and career trajectories.
• Supported conflict resolution and coaching for employees.
• Oversaw HRIS systems for payroll, data management, and benefits. Ensured company remained compliant with multi-state regulations.
• Conducted an annual compensation review with PEO and Finance to ensure competitive strategy and pay equity.

Office Manager/Executive Assistant at SkyGrid, a Boeing Aviation Company (2020-01 – 2022-01)

In parallel to standing up the HR/People Operations program, I supported C-level executives and managed the office space.

• Served as the project manager for an office relocation and new facility buildout, managing vendor relations, and timelines with an on time delivery date for move-in ready.
• Calendar, expense reporting and facilities management.

Development Associate at Castletop Capital (2016-06 – 2020-01)

• Provided project management for premier multi-million dollar mixed-use development project (thegroveatx.com), including budget analysis, and draw package preparation for funding.

Senior Executive Assistant & Office Manager at Castletop Capital (2006-08 – 2020-01)

Roles held in parallel with Development Associate position

• Provided executive level administrative and business support to company leaders, including travel logistics, expense management, and ad hoc project management.
• Oversaw office operations and facilities coordination, including vendor management.
• Conceptualized and executed company events.
• Managed full-cycle bookkeeping, AR/AP and budget analysis across multiple entities, ensuring financial accuracy.

Upskilling Sabbatical at Self-Directed (2026-04 – 2026-08)

• Earned a SHRM AI and HI credential focused on AI adoption, and ethical integration to optimize HR strategy, data analytics, operational workflows and beyond.
• Graduated with a Holistic Health and Nutrition Coaching Certification from (IIN) to broaden my knowledge in bio-individual wellness, stress mitigation modalities and human centered cultural design.

BS in Psychology – Texas State University