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Okoboji, Ia, Us

United States

Founding Partner of Indago Search - a US based premier partner for IT staffing and recruiting needs.Full Desk Technical Recruiting/Account Management primarily in the Information Technology sectorResponsible for fee negotiations and primary driver in establishing the MSA between Indago and its clientsBuild a portfolio of enterprise, mid-size clients and developed long-term relationships with the decision-makersFocused recruiting efforts in software development (Java Script, Java, .NET, PHP, etc..)Recruitment in non-IT sectors with placements in Mechanical Engineering, ERP, and ConstructionResponsible for full cycle sales development beginning with lead generation and concluding with the closing of the saleResponsible for identifying skilled candidates through referrals, LinkedIn Recruiter, internal ATS and other recruiting avenuesGuide candidate through full cycle of recruitment process from initial outreach through onboarding with client

Irvine, California, United States

Remote full-desk recruiter/account manager role focused on business development in the recruitment industry. Here I was able to develop my skills in sales and in 18 months produced over half a million dollars in revenue with an average placement fee of $24,000.● Drove client satisfaction as an Executive Recruiter at CyberCoders by delivering tailored recruitment solutions, understanding client needs, and ensuring seamless communication throughout the hiring process, resulting in consistently positive feedback and repeat business.● Spearheaded sales development initiatives by prospecting and acquiring new clients, articulating CyberCoders' value proposition, and establishing long term partnerships, contributing to a steady increase in client base and revenue generation.● Demonstrated a client-centric approach to recruitment, actively listening to client feedback, addressing concerns promptly, and continuously refining recruitment strategies to enhance client satisfaction and solidify CyberCoders' reputation as a trusted recruitment partner in the tech hiring space.

Denver, Colorado, United States

Was brought on at DISH as their first outside recruiter hired for their brand-new wireless division. DISH’s mission was to change the way the world communicates by building a stand-alone 5G network. It was exciting technology to recruit for and enjoyed my time delivering exceptional customer service to the hiring managers I worked with.● Elevated candidate experience by implementing streamlined recruitment processes at DISH Wireless, fostering open communication, providing timely feedback, and ensuring a positive experience from initial contact through onboarding.● Collaborated closely with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and organizational culture, presenting highly qualified candidates that met both technical competencies and cultural fit, resulting in high levels of hiring manager satisfaction.● Employed a candidate-centric approach to recruitment, offering guidance and support to candidates throughout the interview process, resulting in increased candidate m engagement and satisfaction, and facilitating successful placements within DISH Wireless's technical teams.

Denver Metropolitan Area

Joined the Judge Group in late 2019 after meeting the regional director of the company at a luncheon.The Judge Group had superior recruiting technology, great professional development strategies and leadership I believed in. Unfortunately, my time was cut short due to the Covid-19 epidemic but not before I was named “MVP” of Q1’s new hire training class voted on by my peers.● Excelled as a technical recruiter within The Judge Group's fast-paced sales environment, consistently prioritizing client satisfaction by swiftly understanding and addressing their evolving hiring needs. ● Proactively engaged with clients to ensure a seamless recruitment process, leveraging effective communication skills and industry expertise to provide tailored solutions that exceeded expectations and fostered long-term partnerships.● Won “MVP” Award in recruiter training.

Denver Metropolitan Area

Returned to the recruiting world by joining KForce, who had an excellent history in candidate placements and in good standing in the industry. Here I was able to pick up where I left off at Insight Global and expand my IT recruiting skillset.● Provided exceptional customer service to both clients and candidates throughout the recruitment life cycle at KForce, serving as a primary point of contact and ensuring prompt resolution of inquiries and concerns.● Cultivated strong relationships with candidates, guiding them through the application and interview process with professionalism and empathy, fostering a positive candidate experience and promoting KForce as a trusted career partner

Denver Metropolitan Area

Stepped away from recruiting to explore a career path with Enterprise Holdings, in their Enterprise Rent-a-Car division. Here I was able to cultivate my customer service skills all the while maintaining a competitive sales quota.● Received comprehensive sales training at Enterprise Rent-A-Car , focusing on providing exceptional customer service as the cornerstone of sales success.● Demonstrated a commitment to exceeding customer expectations by actively listening to their needs, addressing concerns, and offering tailored solutions during the sales process.● Applied learned sales techniques and customer service skills to consistently achieve and exceed sales targets while ensuring a positive customer experience, contributing to the overall success of the team and organization

Joined Insight Global out of college as an entry level recruiter. Here is where I cut my teeth in the recruitment industry and provided a cornerstone for expanding my sales skills in the future. Insight Global provided state of the art training and development and cherished my time there helping open the Des Moines office before moving to Denver, Colorado.● Played a pivotal role in the establishment of Insight Global's Des Moines office, contributing to its successful launch and growth by recruiting top talent and building a cohesive team dynamic.● Led the team in achieving consistent weekly recurring revenue ($4,500/week), demonstrating effective leadership, and driving performance to establish Insight Global as a reputable presence in Des Moines.

Bachelor'S Degree, Management

Activities and Societies: President - Iowa State Enactus ClubHighly passionate and enthusiastic student working toward a business.

Study Abroad - Rome, Italy, Accounting, Senior

Study Abroad - Summer 2016 Managerial/International accounting Rome, Italy