Annemarie Penny Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

In startup culture, every hire is crucial. You need the best people, but you're limited by time, resources, inherent bias, and the attention span of your desired talent pool. Startup hiring is often reactive, but the path to success needs a clear plan and a systematic recruiting process that never loses its authenticity. That's why Dreamore is here! We bring humanity back to hiring. We've planned and led hiring for 1000’s of VC/PE/seed/self funded startups, SMBs, and startup divisions of major corporations (Disney, Fender, Petsmart, Live Nation, Apple, etc)As recruiters, we place most functions, professional level thru C-suite, in tech/media and other industries, with targeted search and extensive referral networks. As advisors, we offer a value-priced flexible solution to solve your hiring challenge exactly where you need it: 1. customized hiring plans that blend real world experience with an industry standard, systematic approach.2. targeted sourcing to introduce you to talent not easily found (or needing a personal touch)3. final candidate/co-founder vetting to inform your hiring decision and a more successful onboarding4. post-merger integration (just the people part)Our proprietary FounderSuccess tool informs decisions with data science, exclusively for startups.Highly ranked in Forbes “America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms”Women & Diversity Owned.

Austin, Tx, Us

Investor in a cryptocurrency hedge fund and ALSO a member in the general partnership of a related fund.

Remote, Us

Member of the executive team, hired to strategize and launch a recruiting division for this female/diversity led, purpose-driven services firm. Initially an advisor for the founders, pre-launch and in the early stages of growth.The Product Consult optimizes product development teams to accelerate product quality and growth, working with purpose-driven clients including consumer goods, retail/e-commerce, and nonprofit.85% diversity in the team with genuine work/life balance. Deepest admiration for the founders here, putting mission and values as the top priority (and the results speak for themselves!)

Los Angeles, California, Us

Re-positioned this boutique services firm to expand into new markets, brought in valuable strategic partnerships, improved corporate culture, gender balance and diversity. Though it was a challenging year in the middle of a pandemic, tax and business laws changing constantly - we were able to consistently deliver superior results at affordable pricing for grateful clients in a variety of industries, mostly venture backed startups and small public companies.As a result of a key partnership brought in, the company was able to remain in business and become profitable for the first time with a consistent revenue stream and new hires, including leadership and off-shore.Ultimately our service to our key partner was a contributor to their successful acquisition by a larger firm in 2022 ($MM undisclosed)

Forbes Magazine ranked Apex Direct Search #53 of America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms. I was also nominated for Lifetime Achievement and Best IT Recruiting Partner by the LA Business Journal. As founder, I was a top revenue producer also mentoring a highly ethical and diverse team with a relationship-oriented, consultative approach. Our clients included venture-backed startups, SMBs and Fortune 500. My previous recruiters are tech industry leaders or founders of their own companies now. I am proud of everything we did to contribute positively to our industry.On a personal note, my home was lost in the Woolsey fire November 9, 2018. The "Malibu Dream House" was a friendly place where diverse humans gathered together and made magic happen - for business, for love, and for creativity. Community and purpose has always been essential to our brand. The new name Dreamore is meant to reflect these values.

Wine is a complex and joyful product (when enjoyed responsibly). This was an important year for me to step back from other business pursuits, get closer to nature, and grow in ways I might not have otherwise. If you are visiting Paso Robles and want introductions, let me know!

Chicago, Il, Us

Client manager to help grow the Los Angeles office of Jobplex/DHR International, a top 5 retained search firm, with clients in consumer products, technology, and non-profit.

Santa Monica, California, Us

Joined this purpose-driven former client (I placed the president) to support the rebranding and launch of Prometa, a medical technology protocol for addiction treatment.

Co-Founded a company with my manager from the prior company, focusing on Fortune 500 consumer products, manufacturing, financial, and non-profit.Re-branded the firm to specialize in tech startups in southern California.Apex was the first recruiting company in Los Angeles to focus exclusively on this growth sector.I was quickly recognized as an industry expert, interviewed in the LA Times, MSNBC, CNBC, and other media, and became an active community builder in my home by the beach. Great memories!Collaborated closely with early stage startup founders and leaders to take them to the next level of success, beyond hiring needs, more of a partnership approach.Hired and trained a diverse team of successful recruiters while continuing my role as a working manager and top biller.As an investor, I angel funded a fiber optics startup, purchased and completely remodeled a home on the Strand, and executive produced three feature films that went into distribution.

Irvine, Ca, Us

Full service account manager for professional-level positions, serving Fortune 500 and major corporations in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County areas.

New York, Ny, Us

Provided all financial and accounting support for partners in tax, audit, and consulting for the national practice of Manufacturing, Retailing, and Distribution.