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Los Angeles, California, Us

Data Analysis Inc. and the O’Neil Family of Companies (William O’Neil+Co., O'Neil Digital Solutions, William O’Neil Securities, O’Neil Global Advisors, O’Neil Capital Management, & O’Neil Ventures) provides services & solutions in the financial services industry including equity research, trading services, capital funding, IT consulting, and investment advisory strategies. As Head of Talent Acquisition, I was responsible for oversight of all Talent Acquisition/Recruitment activities. Focused on developing talent, leadership, and culture for all our domestic companies and locations. In addition, I have worked at defining our company culture as well as creating and leading programs that celebrate and expand our ever-growing team. I have oversight for the programs for the organization with a focus on attracting and retaining top talent. After a brief but terrific run I was ultimately impacted by large reductions in force due to the downturn in the economy. - Led all recruitment activities across all domestic companies and locations for the purpose of bringing consistent recruitment practices across all O’Neil Family of Companies - Provided guidance to executive leadership team regarding recruitment strategies, guidelines, procedures, and programs to strengthen recruitment quality and effectiveness - Overhauled the TA processes (recruitment and onboarding) and systems (SAP SucccessFactors) to strengthen the building of talent pipeline - Built out as senior team of 7 Talent Acquisition Business Partners & 1 TA Specialist that was responsible for the hiring and onboarding of 300 new hires in 2022- Drastically reduced agency placement fees and usage year over year Worked closely with marketing team to develop and implement a talent brand strategy and content - Recruited and hired the Chief Human Resources Officer to the organization as well as a few other key senior level confidential searches

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Relocity is start-up tech & services provider in the global mobility industry that provides an AI-driven workforce mobility platform that brings together local experts and insightful content in their native mobile app to deliver an excellent user experience for people on the move. As Head of HR & Talent, I was globally responsible for oversight of Human Resources. Focused on developing talent, leadership, and culture for our domestic and international locations. In addition, I have worked at defining our company culture as well as creating and leading programs that celebrate and expand our ever-growing team. I am responsible for ensuring a safe, supportive, and productive environment for everyone. In addition, I have oversight for the benefits and compensation programs for the organization with a focus on attracting and retaining top talent. - Oversaw all HR activities including Recruiting, Organizational Development, Learning & Development/Training, Talent Management, and Compensation for entire company across six countries (United States, Ireland, United Kingdom, Germany, Singapore, and Australia) - Provided guidance to Executive leadership team regarding people strategies, guidelines, procedures, and programs - Built out a new salary structure and compensation strategy including benchmarking of all job titles to market data. Also designed a new sales commission plan for Sales & Business Development Teams. - Spearheaded benefits improvement project with Executive Team to improve employee benefits program - Developed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) program which support broader organizational goals and business strategies including AAP & OFCCP compliance - Worked closely with marketing team to develop and implement a talent brand strategy and content - Established immigration process and worked in partnership with leadership team & immigration attorneys to sponsor foreign nationals for work authorization in various countries

Torrance, California, Us

VectorUSA provides technical services and solutions including Network Infrastructure, Data Center, Physical Security, Wireless Solutions, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Audiovisual, and Managed Solutions. As Director of Talent Acquisition & Compensation I was responsible for oversight of talent acquisition (recruiting) & compensation across all business functions (IT & engineering, sales & sales engineering, marketing, field operations, finance & accounting, legal, HR, etc.) Partner with hiring managers across different business units in multiple technological and operations platforms for full life cycle recruiting. This includes sourcing, qualifying, interviewing, extending offers and negotiating compensation packages. Responsible for the compensation program for the organization. - Oversaw all recruiting activities for entire company including five offices in three states (California, Arizona, and North Carolina) - Provided guidance to business and HR leadership regarding talent acquisition and compensation strategies, guidelines, procedures, and programs - Built out a new compensation structure and compensation strategy including benchmarking of all job titles to market data through PayScale tool - Improved benefits in conjunction with ownership team to revamp employee benefits program including Health & Welfare, Preventative Health & Wellness Benefits, Retirement Savings & Planning Benefits, Financial & Compensation Benefits, Paid-Leave Benefits, Flexible Working Benefits, Housing & Relocation Benefits, and Employee Perks Program - Developed diversity and inclusion sourcing plans which support broader organizational goals and business strategies including AAP & OFCCP compliance - Implemented new applicant tracking system (Greenhouse) to help streamline recruitment process and enhance candidate & hiring manager experience

Tampa, Fl, Us

Kforce is a staffing solutions firm specializing in building and managing elite teams within Technology and Finance & Accounting with top employers nationwide. As Managing Director, I was responsible for oversight of the technology delivery (recruiting) process and ensured client satisfaction through the delivery of exceptional customer service characterized by mutual respect, understanding, and trust. - Oversaw all recruiting activities for two offices (Culver City and Glendale) supporting the Greater Los Angeles market - Responsible for the hiring, supervision, training, and career development of a team of 20+ recruiters, coordinators, and other staff as appropriate - Ensured accounts and job orders/requisitions were prioritized accordingly along with rebalanced recruiting workloads - Developed service and delivery plans in support of organizational strategies and objectives - Recommended improvement of strategies based on market research and competitor analysis - Analyzed operational and financial data; prepare forecasts and projections - Identified customer needs and was continuously alert and responsive to changing customer business environments and needs. Communicated to the account management team accordingly. - Provided sales support by accompanying sales team members to key client visits when appropriate

El Segundo, Ca, Us

Managed a team of 8-10 recruiters and coordinators whose primary focus was on recruiting the technology roles at the firm along with responsibility for supporting additional corporate business functions (marketing, sales, finance & accounting, legal, HR, etc.) as needed. Partnered with leadership and hiring managers across different business units and locations in multiple technological and operations platforms for full life cycle recruiting. This included sourcing, qualifying, interviewing, extending offers and negotiating compensation packages. - Coached/trained/mentored the enterprise team of full-cycle recruiters and sourcers - Worked to ensure that recruiters generated an extensive pipeline of qualified candidates and were proactive and proficient in identifying high quality candidates - Provided guidance to business and HR leadership regarding talent acquisition strategies, guidelines, procedures, and programs - Regularly attended Sr. VP level staff meetings and engaged in workforce planning discussions to identify both short and long-term staffing solutions based on organizational goals and objectives - Developed sourcing plans which supported broader organizational goals and business strategies - Provided direct sourcing functions (research, mining, direct recruiting) as well as worked with specialized technology vendors and agencies as needed - Provided oversight of all requisitions and candidates through company’s on-line applicant tracking system (Taleo) and helped bring about system efficiency and streamlined the recruiting process - Worked to reconcile all relocation and visa issues and worked in partnership with corporate global mobility to sponsor foreign nationals for work authorization in the US, including H-1B, L-1, J-1, and NAFTA-TN visas

Xi (pronounced “zai”) Financial is an independent wholesaling firm with a proven track record of success in financial products distribution for the last 10+ years. We have an extraordinary opportunity to grow in a new direction. Our goal is to work with the advisor in a consultative capacity. We educate and provide top quality sales support. With our support and external wholesaler's relationships our company stands out. We don't believe in aggressive sales tactics or gimmicky products. Our team can help provide advisors solutions.- Built a new start-up 3rd party distribution company focused on sales of investment products to financial advisors and institutions- Established relationships with product sponsors and negotiated compensation agreements for distribution of their products- Recruited and managed a wholesaling team of seven sales people for distribution of alternative investments to RIA’s, Family Offices, and Institutional clients across the U.S.

Pasadena, California, Us

- Primary focus is on recruiting the technology roles along with responsibility for supporting additional businesses as needed including investment operations, client services, etc. - Partner with hiring managers across different business units in multiple technological and operations platforms for full life-cycle recruiting. This includes sourcing, qualifying, interviewing, extending offers and negotiating compensation packages.- Work to generate an extensive pipeline of qualified candidates - be proactive and proficient in identifying high quality candidates- Perform an extensive interview and screening process to include vetting for culture, personality-fit and communications skills, as well as fundamental technical skills and competencies specific to each position- Provide sourcing solutions working with specialized technology vendors and agencies as well as direct sourcing functions (research, mining, direct recruiting)- Work with hiring managers to accurately identify needs and create effective job postings; coordinate the posting of all job listings on the company’s website, and various job boards- Disseminate job postings to the appropriate strategic sourcing partners (i.e., vendors, agencies) as needed- Manage all requisitions and candidates through company’s on-line applicant tracking system- Coordinate reference checks on all potential new hires including gathering the appropriate information from candidates or their representatives- Recognize relocation and visa issues and work in partnership with corporate global mobility to sponsor foreign nationals for work authorization in the US, including H-1B, L-1, J-1, and NAFTA-TN visas- Communicate effectively and timely with hiring managers and candidates throughout the recruitment process.- Passionately express the company’s business structure and culture to candidates

Centennial, Co, Us

In addition to recruiting was also responsible for the oversight of the technology processes and issues, including management of the outsourced information technology support firms. - Successfully researched, designed, and implemented a new customized CRM system (Salesforce.com) for sales, recruiting, and candidate tracking- Worked with phone vendors and telecommunications providers to converted phone system from analog to VOIP technology- Worked with video conferencing providers to upgrade video conference hardware from ISDN to Internet technology- Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving servers, personal computers, network, and software

Centennial, Co, Us

Executive recruiter for one of the premier executive search firms for the financial services industry. Responsible for recruiting and building relationships with Executive Management, Presidents/Heads of Distribution, Sales Management, Institutional Sales, Wholesalers, National Key Accounts, Internal Sales Management, Product Specialists, Sr. Marketing Roles, and Portfolio Advisors.- Led the recruitment process for professionals within the financial services industry- Discussed multiple investment products (mutual funds, separately managed accounts, variable annuities, ETF’s, hedge funds, structured products, REIT’s, and other alternative investments) with both candidates and prospective clients - Prospected, qualified, and networked with industry professionals, ensuring that all appropriate candidates were identified- Conducted detailed face-to-face interviews to screen applicants and determine if the candidate were a fit for the firms needs- Marketed to the key decision makers at investment management firms to identify openings and to obtain new search opportunities