As a dedicated Director of HR and Talent Strategy, I specialize in crafting and implementing innovative recruitment and human resources strategies that drive growth and optimize organizational performance. My expertise lies in identifying and nurturing top talent, aligning HR practices with business objectives, and creating streamlined processes for scalable success.Key Responsibilities:Talent Acquisition: I develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber candidates across diverse industries, ensuring alignment with organizational culture and values.HR Strategy: I design and implement HR frameworks that enhance employee engagement, retention, and productivity, fostering a positive workplace environment.Process Optimization: I streamline HR operations by integrating efficient processes and technologies, improving efficiency and reducing costs.Change Management: I lead organizational change initiatives, guiding teams through transitions and fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement.Training and Development: I create and deliver customized training programs to enhance employee skills and support career growth, contributing to overall business success.Achievements:I successfully partner with Jaynes Physical Therapy, the inaugural sponsor of Work Your Career Wednesday, to build a scalable HR department and support their rapid expansion in the New Orleans area.I spearhead recruitment campaigns for high-demand roles, resulting in a significant increase in brand recognition and talent acquisition.I develop and implement relocation packages to attract top-tier professionals to key markets, enhancing organizational capabilities.Approach:With a focus on fun and professionalism, I bring creativity and strategic thinking to every project, ensuring that HR practices not only support business goals but also enhance employee satisfaction and well-being.

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I helped lead the recruiting efforts for the United States and European Union for Imubit, a Houston-based startup (est. 2015) backed by Silicon Valley Venture Capital which has invented a new machine learning paradigm for process industries. The company was founded by world-class machine learning scientists, globally renowned in process manufacturing, and serial entrepreneurs. Our clients are among the largest global energy, refining, and chemical operators.

As a Senior Recruiter, I drove strategic recruitment and talent acquisition initiatives, forging connections between top-tier professionals and industry-leading organizations. My expertise encompassed critical sectors, including:IT & Engineering: IT Project/Program Managers, Network & Cybersecurity Specialists, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Software Engineers, Data Scientists, Petroleum Engineers, Process Engineers, and more.Creative & Marketing: Agency and in-house Marketing Specialists, Creative Professionals.Operations & Leadership: Plant Supervisors, Operations Managers, Directors, and C-suite roles.Safety & Compliance: PSM, HSE, EH&S, EHSS Specialists.I spearheaded recruitment efforts across Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream Oil & Gas sectors, while also expanding our portfolio to include various engineering disciplines. My results-oriented approach consistently delivered exceptional talent, ensuring our clients built dynamic, high-impact teams that fueled growth and innovation.Industries Served:Utilities (Energy, Water/Wastewater)ConstructionOil & GasHealthcareEnergy TradingStructural Architecture & DesignManufacturingProfessional SportsEntertainment & MediaBy aligning recruitment strategies with business goals, I enabled organizations to achieve greater operational efficiency and long-term success.

Television/Radio PersonalityAssisted with Script Writing: Collaborated on developing engaging and compelling scripts for various broadcast segments.Voice Overs: Provided voice overs for lead-ins, bumpers, and openings, enhancing the overall production quality and listener experience.Host and Co-Host:Served as the Host for Building a Difference Radio, delivering insightful and dynamic content to the audience.Co-Hosted Building a Difference Vol. 3, contributing to the show's success with engaging discussions and interviews.Featured Score: Included a featured score from the Bradley Clark Band’s award-winning album Hold On in Building a Difference Vol. 3, adding a professional touch to the broadcast's audio experience.

Creative | Marketing | Engineering

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant, worked on contract to help fill mission critical roles for a variety of clients in several industries. Areas of Focus:Creative and Design: Web Developers, Animators, Graphic Designers, Creative Professionals (Creative Directors, Art Directors).Technology and Security: Systems Administrators, Network Engineers & Administrators, Systems Security.Data and Analytics: Biostatisticians, Business Intelligence (BI) Analysts, Data Scientists.Executive Leadership: C-Suite Executives.Industries Served:MedicalPharmaceuticalEntertainmentProfessional SportsAs a Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant, I specialize in connecting top talent with leading organizations across various sectors. My expertise encompasses a broad range of roles, from creative and design positions to technology, security, data analytics, and executive leadership. My approach involves a strategic and tailored recruitment process to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring the alignment of high-caliber candidates with organizational goals.

As part of the IT Search team, worked primarily a full desk. Responsible for account management, new business development, sourcing, and recruiting. Continually exceeded monthly candidate interview, account sourcing, company-in/out interviews, and sales goals. Worked with a variety of client companies including IT, software, firmware, VARs, OEM, medical equipment manufacturers, decision support, sports equipment manufacturers, insurance, construction, and various companies in the financial sector. Worked to build harmonious relationships between IT Search and the contract side of RHI Technology as well as the other industry specific divisions within Robert Half International.

Reporting directly to the VP of Operations, worked a full desk as well as grew the Milpitas direct-hire division from one to three recruiters. Responsibilities ranged from being a lead contributor to placement goals to mentoring and managing new staff.

Worked with a variety of IT Talent and client companies within the San Francisco Bay Area. Consistently exceeded all placement goals making San Francisco IT Search rank within the top three branches in California. Helped grow the IT Search division from being the sole Account Executive to six full time/direct hire AE's. Tasked with mentoring new hires, teaching the RHI process and direct-hire sales cycle. Honored as Rookie of the Year.