Boutique upholstery shop that reflected my desire to take a short break from corporate life. While I enjoyed myself immensely, I learned that turning your hobby into your vocation isn't always the best idea. Plus, as a natural, commission-driven hunter type of personality, I missed the competition and rewards of corporate sales. Happy to have learned the trade but happier still to keep it just for fun.

• Managed a hands-on, full-cycle recruitment desk from source to close• Created and executed sourcing strategy and talent management plan for external and internal hiring at this 200+ employee software company, resulting in 47 hires in 2014• Reduced cost per hire by over 50% • Reduced time to fill from 73 to 38 days by developing a robust talent pipeline• Championed the HealthcareSource employment brand by building a sophisticated presence on social media and coordinating employee referral program (32% new hires were referrals) • Pioneered homegrown “Fireside Chat” video program which increased organic applications to positions by 20% - see sample below...I know, there's no fireplace...

Managed full-cycle recruiting in all groups as sole recruiter. Successful completed searches included: Solution Architects, Solution Consultants, Software Developers, Graphic Designer, Network Administrator, Math Developer, Corporate Marketing Director. Maintained recruiting database using Jobvite. Sourced, phone screened, interviewed, managed schedules, negotiated offers and closed candidates. Partnered with senior management to establish and understand position descriptions; utilized excellent writing skills to craft effective job descriptions and recruitment copy.

Noted as an experienced, independent contingency recruiter with wide-range industry experience. A leader, mentor and dynamic presence on teams. Problem solver who quickly but thoughtfully assessed needs and worked effectively to understand corporate culture. Relationship builder who made lasting connections with client companies, sourcers, and other independent recruiters. Took a consultative approach to business development, keenly observing human behavior and nature. Initiated sole-proprietorship to staff professionals on a contingency basis in a variety of companies.

Sales leader at leading Boston-based contingency recruitment firm. Built lasting relationships with corporate clients by cold-calling executives and human resource leaders at prestigious firms in Greater Boston.