Our Team

Julia Sebastian

MBA, CHRL, CEC

CEO

Julia Sebastian is the CEO of HR Off-Site and a trusted advisor to business leaders who want to grow thoughtfully, lead effectively, and build stronger organizations. With more than 20 years of human resources experience, she brings significant operational experience and a deep understanding of the complexities of organizational operations, paired with strategic leadership that supports employers in enhancing performance, strengthening leadership, and retaining top talent.

Julia works with organizations of all sizes across both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors, providing strategic, grounded advice informed by experience, sound judgement, and a clear understanding of how organizations operate.

Julia remains actively involved in her community, having served as the President and Chair on the Board of Directors for Community Addictions Services of Niagara and as Chair of the Human Resources Advisory Committee at Niagara College.

She holds the CHRL designation, an MBA from the Australian Institute of Business, a certification in Executive Coaching from Royal Roads University, and is a proud graduate of Niagara College’s Human Resources Management program.

Julia is known for bringing clarity, professionalism, and a genuinely human approach to every organization she supports.

Alexander Beck

HR Business Partner

Alexander Beck is HR Off-Site’s HR Business Partner, supporting clients with a range of day-to-day and strategic HR matters. He works closely with organizations to help address workplace challenges and implement practical, effective people solutions that support organizational success.

Alexander is a graduate of McGill University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, and is completing the Master of Industrial Relations and Human Resources (MIRHR) program at the University of Toronto. His academic training provides a strong foundation in labour relations, organizational behaviour, and human resources management.

He has a particular interest in workplace investigations and employee relations and has completed the HRPA Workplace Investigations Training and Certificate Program. Equipped with this knowledge, Alexander leads workplace investigation processes ensuring matters are handled in a fair, thorough, and objective matter.

At HR Off-Site, Alexander supports client engagements across both operational and strategic HR needs, working alongside leaders to deliver practical and forward-thinking HR solutions. 

Testimonials

  • Julia is a trusted partner and colleague who just ‘gets it.' She is at once direct, supportive and immensely knowledgeable. In times of change and transition she has meant the world to us as she helped the team at the FirstOntario PAC map out a future rooted in values and informed by best practices. For many smaller to mid-sized organizations who cannot afford a fully-resourced HR team, having a resource like Julia and her HR Off-site team consistently available for substantial projects or last minute emergencies is immeasurable.

    —Colleen A. Smith, CEO of First Niagara Performing Arts Centre

  • I was introduced to Julia through the Executive Recruitment process for my role with The Hope Centre. We have continued to work with HR Off-Site for multiple services including recruitment and training support and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone in need of HR support. Julia has always been quick to respond with knowledgeable and thoughtful support.

    —Jon Braithwaite, CEO of The Hope Centre

  • I have known Julia Sebastian at HR Off-Site, personally, and professionally, for many years. As the owner and President of Iron Will Raw, a fast-growing company, we have used HR Off-Site for many of our HR needs. They have assisted us with recruitment, market analysis and employment contracts. HR Off-Site responds quickly and efficiently to our needs, delivering ideal candidates through their exceptional recruitment and screening process. Julia’s depth of knowledge, professionalism and attention to detail has been critical when helping us. I would highly recommend her and the team at HR-Offsite.

    —Matt Bonanno, President of Iron Will Raw Inc.

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