As a Senior Account Executive specializing in direct placement recruiting, I was instrumental in driving strategic partnerships and spearheading Business Development efforts. I led the Sales Team in revenue closed in my tenure there and consistently achieved the highest sales activity. My focus was on cultivating strong client relationships, delivering customized recruitment solutions, and identifying new business growth opportunities, even in a challenging market.I successfully secured five large enterprise RFI's for a small company that had primarily operated in the small to midsize business space, significantly expanding its reach.In addition to Business Development, I established and nurtured a community of women in tech, promoting engagement and elevating brand awareness. This initiative enhanced our industry presence, strengthened client relationships, and fostered valuable connections. My passion for collaboration and strategic thinking has consistently delivered meaningful results for the companies and communities I work with.

***10K Fast Start Award Winner**As an Account Manager at Apex Systems, I partnered with GMs, Directors, Managers, and IT decision-makers in the Greater Seattle area to help them leverage modern technology and processes to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving technical landscape. Notably, I successfully broke into a critical organization at Microsoft, leading to significant accomplishments and new business growth.My approach centered on deeply understanding each client’s business goals, challenges, and ambitions, collaborating on strategies to enhance technology applications, infrastructure, processes, and teams in alignment with long-term objectives. By providing a tailored partnership, I worked to drive meaningful improvements that supported their success.What set us apart from other staffing and consulting agencies was our ability to offer comprehensive, end-to-end solutions. Our clients had access to top-tier technology talent, with the flexibility to adapt and scale as their project needs changed. From strategic planning to execution, we bridged critical gaps by delivering both full-scale solutions and highly skilled individual contributors.Our expertise spanned several key technology areas, including BioTech & Life Sciences, Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Technical PMO, Data & Analytics, Application Development, and Digital Experience and Mobile.

As part of Amazon’s Global Workforce Staffing Team, I managed a high-volume recruiting territory by leveraging innovative marketing tactics to meet dynamic hiring demands. I was responsible for creating detailed weekly marketing plans, strategically aligned with headcount targets derived from Salesforce reports.I collaborated closely with graphic designers, career site vendors, finance teams, and the advertising department to make data-driven decisions, ensuring that resources were allocated efficiently and that our recruitment efforts remained impactful. Additionally, I conducted in-depth market research and used insights to forecast future hiring needs, allowing us to stay ahead of labor market trends and maintain a steady talent pipeline.

During my contract with Microsoft, I played a pivotal role in implementing new processes for Marketing Communications that enhanced alignment with the core priorities and fiscal year goals of the Microsoft Surface Commercial Team.Key Responsibilities:Process Development: Developed and launched an end-to-end Surface Commercial Newsletter process, which included the creation of a call for content, submission template, editorial calendar, and a best practices guide to streamline communication and ensure consistency.Onboarding Playbook Creation: Designed an Onboarding Playbook for all roles within the Surface Commercial Team, equipping new hires with essential knowledge and resources to facilitate a smooth transition and enable them to contribute effectively from day one.Communication Management: Managed communications for monthly Communication Calls, creating comprehensive 100+ page decks that effectively conveyed critical information to stakeholders and enhanced team alignment.Content Creation: Produced engaging content for the bi-weekly Advocacy Wins Newsletter, highlighting key successes and fostering a culture of recognition within the team.This contract provided me with a unique opportunity to contribute to the Microsoft Surface Commercial Team by enhancing communication processes and supporting the onboarding of new team members, ultimately driving greater alignment and engagement across the organization.

At DreamBox Learning, a math software startup, I successfully launched and managed DreamBox Nation, an online community designed to identify advocates and engage customers effectively.Community Strategy Development: I created and executed a comprehensive strategy for the launch of our customer community, providing training for the entire organization on effective engagement and utilization of the platform.Customer Advocacy and Voice Enhancement: Within the community, I fostered the evolution of the voice of the customer by publicizing customer stories and implementing advocacy initiatives that expanded our user network and deepened customer loyalty.Digital Marketing Initiatives: I spearheaded digital marketing efforts aimed at our customer base, which included the relaunch of a new customer-facing newsletter and management of the content calendar, ensuring consistent and valuable communication.Event Execution and Growth: I executed a highly successful customer loyalty event, clearly communicating objectives and driving attendance. This resulted in a remarkable 250% increase in event participation compared to the previous year, generating an influenced opportunity of $1.8 million.My role at DreamBox Learning allowed me to leverage community engagement and digital marketing to strengthen customer relationships and contribute significantly to the company's growth trajectory.

As a Program Manager for Microsoft's MVP (Most Valuable Professional) team, I managed and optimized the operations for internal Product Group Interaction events, ensuring seamless engagement between Microsoft Business Groups and MVPs. My role focused on enhancing the overall event experience and communications, directly collaborating with product teams and external stakeholders to drive mutual value and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities:End-to-End Event Management: Oversaw the planning, execution, and reporting of up to 20 weekly interaction events, working with teams across Xbox, Windows, Outlook, Office 365, and more. Coordinated all logistics, ensuring smooth operations from setup to post-event analysis.Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnered closely with Microsoft Business Groups and MVPs to improve event outcomes, align strategic goals, and elevate the experience for MVPs across diverse technical communities.Reporting and Data Analysis: Developed comprehensive reports for internal stakeholders, providing actionable insights to drive improvements in client experience, operational efficiency, and future event strategies. Leveraged data analysis to refine processes and inform decision-making.Process Optimization: Led initiatives to enhance communication channels and streamline event operations, ensuring consistency and quality in every engagement.This role required exceptional organizational skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on delivering high-impact results for both Microsoft and its global community of MVPs. My contributions not only improved the internal operations but also strengthened the relationship between product groups and the influential MVP network.

As the recruiter for MetLife’s Financial Planning and Wealth Management division, I took full ownership of developing and executing strategic hiring initiatives. I worked closely with hiring managers to deeply understand the required skills, backgrounds, and business impact of each role, ensuring that every hire aligned with the firm’s long-term goals and cultural fit.I built and maintained a strong talent pipeline, continuously managing current headcount and potential hires. Over the course of 6 to 18 months, I successfully sourced and onboarded 12 financial advisors, a critical achievement in a highly competitive market.Additionally, I revamped the recruitment process, significantly reducing the time required to process Securities licenses by introducing streamlined workflows and hiring a coordinator to support these efforts. I partnered directly with the Managing Director and senior leadership to implement new tracking systems, sourcing strategies, and hiring processes, resulting in greater efficiency and a more effective talent acquisition strategy across the firm.