Kara Shea Cowan Email & Phone Number

Kara is an entrepreneur and seasoned recruiting & talent acquisition executive with over 21 years of expertise in recruiting and talent management, serving a diverse range of organizations from startups to enterprise-level companies. Her comprehensive knowledge includes Human Resources, Technical Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Strategy, Talent Development, Management Training, and hiring process optimization. Kara excels in scaling companies by building effective teams and enhancing employee engagement and growth. She has specialized expertise in niche industries such as biotech, pharma, medical device, healthtech, cleantech, aerospace, AI and government services.The recruiting landscape is evolving, but one thing is certain: AI isn’t replacing recruiters; it’s empowering recruiters who know how to use it. At Akoto, we’ve gone beyond adopting AI tools—we’ve developed our own in-house AI/ML technology, purpose-built to transform how startups and scaling companies hire.Here’s what that means for you:1. Faster Hiring, Lower Costs: Our proprietary AI/ML tool enables us to cut time-to-hire significantly by identifying the best-fit candidates faster and more accurately than traditional methods. This efficiency translates directly into cost savings, giving VC and angel-backed companies more capital to reinvest in growth.2. More Than a Recruiting Partner: At Akoto, we don’t just recruit people; we’re constantly scouting AI technologies and startups to partner with, offering our clients solutions that go beyond talent acquisition. From optimizing workflows to reducing operational overhead, we help your company achieve more with less.3. A Model Built for Startups: Unlike traditional agencies, we don’t charge exorbitant placement fees. We work on a monthly retainer model that aligns with your budget and your goals, giving you predictable costs and a partner invested in your long-term success.4. Deep Expertise in High-Stakes Industries: Whether you’re in biotech, healthtech, aerospace, or another specialized field, our recruiters understand the nuances of technical talent. AI helps us work smarter, but it’s our human insight and industry knowledge that ensure every hire is a perfect fit.We’re not just using AI—we’re already there and moving beyond. Akoto is redefining the recruiting process by integrating cutting-edge technology with a human-centered approach. We’re here to help VC and angel investors maximize the potential of their portfolio companies by offering cost-effective, scalable hiring solutions that deliver results.

Listed skills include Recruiting, Human Resources, Temporary Placement, Leadership, and 46 others.

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  Midamerica Nazarene University

  Human Resources Management