Meet Our
Team

Matt brings over 10 years of experience in strategically managing compliance and other practical matters related to HR and employment issues. Matt has worked with Human Resources, Legal, and Talent Management professionals to effectively build and manage people operations, global mobility, compliance, risk management, and other business-critical programs. In his prior roles, Matt managed day-to-day responsibilities of legal and human resources functions while also regularly advising executive leaders, managers, and other senior level stakeholders on the viability and impact of workforce-related business decisions. Matt earned a Bachelor’s degree from Williams College and a Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School, where he concentrated in immigration law and international human rights law. Matt also earned a Master of Science degree in International Migration and Public Policy from the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Raised in a family that always worked in the tourism and hospitality industries, Matt has a lifelong passion for food, enjoying restaurants, and sharing new culinary experiences.

Born and raised in Monterrey, México, Marcela brings a dynamic and culturally rich background to her role at Hopdov. An international business major, she has lived in Quebec City, Toronto, Spain and Paris before finding her home in Boston where she pivoted her career into Human Resources, graduating with a master’s degree in human resources management from Northeastern University. 
Marcela previously worked in Human Resources for The John Fraser Restaurant Group and for Revolution Foods. Prior to that, she worked at several food-focused multinationals, based in Mexico. Marcela’s passion for cultivating relationships, entrepreneurial spirit, and service-oriented mindset helps her to establish lasting relationships with clients. Her approach is characterized by a blend of cultural sensitivity, strategic thinking, and a hands-on understanding of the human element in business.  Marcela is fluent in English, Spanish, and proficient in French.  

Mikayla’s passion for hospitality began at a young age when she started working in her family’s restaurants. Before joining Hopdov, Mikayla worked in Human Resources for Whole Foods and Aramark at Fenway Park. While working in corporate environments provided valuable experience, Mikayla has long desired to rejoin the hospitality industry and apply her knowledge of human resources. Mikayla graduated from Bryant University with a bachelor’s degree in business as well as a Human Resources Management Certificate. Mikayla enjoys partnering with clients to support their operations and create exciting places to work. She is a hands-on human resource partner who focuses on problem solving and leading with compassion.

Erin brings a multifaceted background rooted in the hospitality industry, with experience spanning event planning, executive level support, and operations management. Most recently, Erin served as Chief of Staff for an artisanal food company. Erin holds a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management from Endicott College and offers a unique blend of organizational and interpersonal skills aimed at enhancing the client experience. Erin has worked across various areas of the industry, including restaurants, catering, and food & beverage operations, giving her a well-rounded perspective on both front- and back-of-house dynamics. Known for her detail-oriented and people-first approach, Erin’s deep appreciation for hospitality extends beyond the workplace. She enjoys hosting at home and exploring New England’s vibrant dining scene. Her love for creating welcoming experiences translates seamlessly into her work, where she’s committed to helping teams thrive in dynamic, guest-focused environments.

Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sonia later lived in Rio de Janeiro before relocating to the Boston area. Sonia brings more than 15 years of experience across human resources, payroll, benefits, and finance, supporting fast-paced and people-driven organizations. Sonia has extensive experience working with ADP as well as a variety of other payroll platforms.

Sonia’s background includes experience working in hospitality as well as other industries, where she has overseen payroll and benefits operations for thousands of employees, ensuring timely and accurate payroll execution, streamlined benefits processes, and consistent employee support. She has also partnered closely with leadership teams to strengthen HR and payroll processes and to improve overall business operations.

Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Sonia brings a detail-oriented and collaborative approach to payroll and benefits support, helping Hopdov’s clients to improve and streamline processes, and to feel confident that the day-to-day is being handled smoothly behind the scenes. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling to warm destinations, spending time with her children, and coaching boxing on weekends.

Katie Iovino is a seasoned HR leader with more than 20 years of experience. A true HR generalist, she has led initiatives across every area of Human Resources from talent acquisition and employee relations to compliance, leadership development, compensation, and organizational strategy.

Katie believes the best HR teams don’t operate in a silo; they work alongside leaders as trusted business partners. Her collaborative, practical approach focuses on understanding each client’s goals and building people strategies that support their business, strengthen culture, and enable long-term success.

Before joining Hopdov, Katie served as Chief People & Operating Officer at Night Shift Brewing, where she partnered with leaders across the organization to align people strategies with business objectives and operational needs. Katie’s unique background spanning both HR and hospitality operations gives her a deep appreciation for the realities hospitality operators face every day. She believes HR should empower operations, not create unnecessary obstacles.

A lifelong Boston-area resident, Katie enjoys exploring New England’s dining scene, traveling, and cheering on Boston’s sports teams. Katie is a graduate of Assumption College and holds the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification. She is passionate about staying ahead of emerging HR trends and helping hospitality operators build and sustain workplaces where both people and businesses thrive.