As the Senior Director/Head of Talent Acquisition at Progressive Leasing, a publicly traded financial technology lease-to-own company, I am a key driver in steering strategic talent acquisition initiatives for our organization and our subsidiaries. In addition to leading (P&L) responsibilities for talent acquisition, I actively contribute to the overall success of our organization by aligning recruitment strategies with the businesses key objectives.In my versatile role, I spearhead all recruiting related advertising campaigns, utilizing digital marketing strategies to elevate our brand presence and attract top-tier talent. My responsibilities extend to overseeing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), where I play an integral role in building and designing the recruiting tenant within the Workday platform for our new implementation. This technological enhancement ensures our talent acquisition processes align seamlessly with the cutting-edge financial technology environment we operate in.Further emphasizing my role, I manage a comprehensive onboarding processes and navigate immigration-related matters, facilitating the seamless integration of new hires into our dynamic company culture and ensuring compliance for our international team members.Moreover, I extend my expertise to provide recruiting support for our subsidiary sister companies under our parent company. This entails collaborating across entities to ensure cohesive talent acquisition strategies that meet the unique needs of each business unit.

In my tenure as an Executive Technical Recruiter at Brilliant Chemistry, I spearheaded the creation of a world-class web and mobile software development team. My role involved overseeing the entire recruitment lifecycle for the technical teams, ensuring that only the most exceptional talent contributed to the company's success.At Brilliant Chemistry, a trailblazing company dedicated to guiding businesses and startups through the intricacies of building custom applications, I played a pivotal role in assembling a team that excelled in app strategy, design, and development. It was a dynamic and rewarding experience, contributing to the company's reputation for excellence in delivering innovative solutions to its clients.

During my time at Vigilant Technologies, I took the lead in providing top-notch recruitment services that went beyond the ordinary. I tackled various challenges using a mix of traditional and innovative methods, ensuring we connected with the best talent out there. Not stopping there, I played a role in sharing best practices by training team members in the latest and greatest in recruiting and internet sourcing.My impact went beyond the usual recruitment tasks. I actively sought out new staffing opportunities, contributing to the growth and diversity of our team. One notable achievement was successfully implementing a new Applicant Tracking System (ATS), making our recruitment processes smoother and more efficient.In the dynamic environment at Vigilant Technologies, I wore many hats, handling diverse responsibilities across the company. It was a time marked by hands-on involvement, adaptability, and a commitment to making positive changes. My goal was simple: to enhance recruitment and make a meaningful impact.

During my impactful tenure at Quicken Loans, I spearheaded and owned all aspects of Technical Recruiting for the organization. As the sole Technical Recruiter at the time, I orchestrated the growth of Quicken's technical team from a hundred employees to an expansive force of hundreds of technologists, contributing significantly to the company's technological prowess.My responsibilities extended beyond technical recruitment, encompassing the hiring of top-tier candidates across various business functions, including Marketing, Finance, Legal, Executive Management, Operations, and HR. In a multifaceted role, I played a key part in supporting talent acquisition efforts not only within Quicken Loans but also across its sister companies, including TitleSource, FatHead, Bizdom U, and others.This experience was more than just building teams; it was about driving strategic growth and cultivating excellence across diverse functions, contributing to the overall success and innovation of the Quicken Loans family of companies.