Becca Groche

Hey there, I'm Becca Groche, the Ag HR Specialist at Harvust, and let me tell you, my journey to this role has been quite the ride!

I never imagined I'd end up in HR. In college, I started off studying Early Childhood Education, but quickly realized it wasn't for me. By a stroke of luck, I landed a job as a "Staffing Specialist" at a local staffing company, where the owner saw something in me and gave me a chance. That's how I dipped my toes into the world of HR.

I worked hard at that job to build a community of HR professionals in the Wenatchee Valley, and then I was off and running. A few years later, one of those HR professionals offered me a position at a large fruit grower in the Valley. It was there that I experienced firsthand the challenges of hiring and safety compliance in agriculture. I was beyond frustrated and desperate to find solutions for both the farms and the farmworkers. Then, by another stroke of luck, I stumbled upon a part-time job posting for Harvust. Little did I know, Harvust would turn out to be the answer to all the issues I was so passionate about fixing in the agricultural industry.

Transitioning to working full-time with Harvust was a game-changer for me. Not having a formal education sometimes triggers imposter syndrome, but I've learned to navigate it. With a naturally "Yes" personality, I tend to overwork myself, but seeing the positives in every situation keeps me going.

Working from home for Harvust has allowed me to maintain a healthy work-life balance, a first in my career. It's been a journey to find a balance where I can excel at my job without sacrificing my well-being. Anxiety has always been a significant struggle for me, but coupled with my flexible schedule, journaling and therapy have been lifesavers. Then, in 2021, I became a mother, and balancing work and motherhood has been the most rewarding experience of my life. Watching my daughter grow and learn fills me with pride every day.