Why We Need to Rebuild Work Around Wellbeing
Across Canada, many conversations about employee wellbeing have stalled — not because leaders lack concern (our research shows quite the…
Alana Painter
Director, Human Capital
About
Alana Painter serves as Director of Human Capital at Signal49 Research, where she leads research and convening efforts focused on Talent Management across Canadian organizations. Her work centers on delivering actionable insights that help organizations navigate the evolving human capital landscape. With over two decades of consulting experience, she is recognized for her ability to translate complex measurement data into strategic guidance for leadership teams and facilitating meaningful dialogue that drives action.
Prior to joining Signal49 Research, Alana was a Principal Consultant with Mercer’s North American Employee Research team. Her academic background spans history, human resources, education, and social science, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to organizational development. She is also certified in Hogan Assessments, enhancing her capabilities in leadership and personality evaluation.
Academic Background
- Master of Social Science, University of Chicago
- Bachelor of Education, University of Toronto
- Bachelor of Arts in History and Human Resources Management, University of Waterloo
- Hogan Assessment Certification
Employment History
- Director, The Conference Board of Canada (2025–26)
- Principal Consultant, Mercer (North American Employee Research team) (2024–25)
- Manager, Lead Consultant, Kincentric (North American Culture & Engagement Practice) (2019–24)
- Employee Engagement and Communication Consultant, Aon (2011–19)
- Communication Consultant, Hewitt Associates (2006–11)
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