Strategic HR for Tech Startups & Engineering Teams
“I started in HR two decades ago — in technical environments where precision mattered more than empathy.
Over time, I’ve mastered strategic HR, blending technical precision with people-focused solutions.
Today, I help founders, engineering managers, and HR professionals turn complexity into clarity — so they can make better people decisions, faster and with confidence.
Strategic HR, when it actually matters.”
Roxana Ichim - Dedicated Mentor
Why I do what I do
(and why it might help you too)
I’ve spent the last 20+ years working alongside engineering managers, product leads, and HR professionals in fast-moving environments.
What I’ve learned? Even great leaders struggle when people processes are unclear. When feedback loops break. When teams grow faster than structure.
That’s where I come in:
I bring structure to your people strategy — through process design, team clarity, and sharp decision-making.
Whether we work together for an hour or over a quarter, the goal is the same:
to create practical systems that help your people — and your business — move forward.
What I Offer
Practical HR support that clarifies, organizes, and moves things forward.
Most founders, HRs and tech leads already know how to lead.
What they often need is someone to help design the right processes, clarify roles, and create structure where there’s only speed.
That’s what I do — through focused programs, hands-on sessions, and smart HR systems that work in real companies, not in theory.
HRBP Growth Programs
For HR professionals who need to move beyond operational tasks.
You know HR. But how do you become a real business partner? These programs help you define priorities, set up metrics, and work with stakeholders — not just for them.
Leadership Support for Tech Managers
For engineering managers and product leads who also manage people.
Whether you’re building your first team or growing beyond 10 people, I help you design feedback systems, clarify roles, and make tough people calls with more confidence.
HR on Demand for Startups
Get instant access to strategic HR support: hiring processes, role clarity, onboarding systems, performance guidance.
No monthly payroll, no ramp-up time — just results when you need them.
What Clients Say
What I appreciated most about the course was the practical component and the fact that I had the opportunity to discuss and debate ideas with other professionals in the field – that was a major plus. Roxana brought together information from various areas that impact or add value to the HRBP role, making this course very useful not only for those at the beginning of their careers in this field, but also beyond.
She is a kind person, who would share her side of the story in relation to my challenge, which made everything feel very familiar and helped me allow myself to answer her questions. Beyond the gentleness I mentioned earlier, she doesn’t shy away from asking uncomfortable questions, checking if she can offer her opinion, or saying things like “I sense that this might be the case” – which I really appreciated. The moment of realization came when she asked me why I don’t bring the same enthusiasm I have for creating content into other areas as well. That question sparked a continuous exploration and shed light on a really exciting direction.
A course that teaches HRBP the right way: with real cases and practical tools. Great for beginners and experienced professionals alike.
Free Resources
Guide
5 Fast People Decisions for HR & Tech Leaders
Get the clarity to move faster — without overthinking.
Team roles
Hiring process
Simple HR foundations
Stay in the Loop
Ready When You Are
Whether you’re scaling a team, rethinking your HR approach, or simply need clarity — let’s talk.
You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
Let’s start with a clarity session.
It’s focused, fast, and built to help you move forward — not just reflect.