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Build High PerformingPeople First Teams

We help VCs, family offices, and venture-backed startups transform their talent into a strategic advantage. Our expertise is in building and scaling people-first talent strategies that fuel growth, optimize performance, and create resilient cultures in high-growth environments.

Fractional CPO
Executive HR leadership on demand
Culture Change
Build inclusive, high performing teams
HR Transformation
Scale your people operations

Services

We provide a comprehensive People Operating System for fast growing companies. We bridge the gap between strategy and execution by offering everything from Fractional CPO guidance and AI ready infrastructure to talent design and risk mitigation. Whether you need to navigate a funding round or modernize your technology stack, we build the foundation that allows your talent and business to scale effortlessly.

Fractional CPO & Strategic Leadership

For organizations navigating critical growth, funding rounds, or leadership transitions. We provide executive-level guidance without the full-time headcount. Whether you need an Interim Chief People Officer to bridge a gap or a strategic partner to guide a transformation, we align your people strategy with your business goals.

  • Fractional CPO Services
  • Strategic Planning
  • Board Advisory
  • HR Transformation

People Operations, Tech & AI Readiness

Building a scalable, modern, and efficient engine for your workforce. We move beyond spreadsheets to build a tech-enabled foundation. From selecting and implementing the right HRIS (Rippling, Lattice, etc.) to designing AI-ready workflows, we streamline operations to improve efficiency and the employee experience.

  • HRIS Implementation
  • Process Automation
  • AI-Driven Workflows
  • Data Analytics

Talent, Culture & Organizational Design

Designing high-performance environments where top talent thrives. We help you attract, retain, and develop the best people. Our approach connects the full talent lifecycle—from acquisition to performance management—ensuring your culture is resilient, inclusive, and aligned with your mission.

  • Talent Acquisition Strategy
  • Performance Management
  • Culture Change
  • Leadership Coaching

Risk, Compliance & Workforce Planning

Mitigating risk and forecasting for the future. Scaling introduces complexity. We help you navigate employment laws across jurisdictions, manage employee relations, and use data to forecast future capacity needs, ensuring you grow safely and sustainably.

  • Employment Law & Compliance
  • Workforce Capacity Planning
  • Employee Relations
  • Audit Services

About Culture Propeller

Led by Christian Boullon, a strategic and results driven senior HR leader with over 15 years of experience, Culture Propeller transforms organizations through strategic partnerships, organizational development, and talent optimization. Christian's proven track record includes navigating complex workplace challenges, managing M&A integration, and cultivating high performing HR teams across startups and established organizations.

With deep expertise spanning talent management, culture change, employee engagement, leadership development, and compliance, Culture Propeller delivers measurable business outcomes while building inclusive, collaborative cultures. From building HR departments from the ground up to leading organizations through critical growth periods, we provide executive-level strategic HR leadership tailored to your unique business goals.

Our approach combines strategic thinking with hands on execution. Whether you're a fast scaling startup needing fractional HR leadership or an established organization undergoing transformation, we align people strategy with business objectives to drive long-term success.

500+
Employees Led
15+
Years Experience
10+
Industries

Strategic Leadership

Aligning human capital strategies with dynamic business goals to drive measurable outcomes and sustainable growth.

Transformation Focus

Building inclusive, high performing cultures through organizational development and change management excellence.

Proven Expertise

Deep experience across talent management, compliance, M&A integration, and HR technology implementation.

Why Culture Propeller?

Measurable results that transform your HR function into a strategic competitive advantage.

Save Time

Focus on your core business while we handle the complexities of HR management and compliance.

Reduce Costs

Optimize your HR spend with efficient processes and strategic planning that maximizes ROI.

Attract Talent

Build an employer brand and culture that naturally attracts and retains top performers.

Drive Growth

Align your people strategy with business objectives to fuel sustainable organizational growth.

Get In Touch

Let's Start a Conversation

Ready to transform your HR function? Reach out to discuss your needs and discover how we can help.

Contact Information

Phone
(415) 439-0074
Email
culturepropeller@gmail.com
Location
Irvine, CA

Office Hours

Monday - Friday9AM - 6PM
Saturday10AM - 4PM
SundayClosed