Zac Engler Email & Phone Number

Saint Paul, Mn, Us

As the Founder of Bhodi AI, I am passionate about optimizing small businesses by leveraging cutting-edge AI solutions and process automation. In my role at Bhodi AI I'm dedicated to providing enterprise-grade AI tools that streamline operations, enhance customer interactions, and drive sales—all at a cost accessible to small teams. It's time to bridge the gap between small businesses and advanced technology. Together, we'll find novel ways to maximize your team's potential without sacrificing agility. With a focus on innovation, strategy, and impactful solutions, I aim to make AI a powerful ally for every small business leader.

Vancouver, Bc, Ca

● Built-out international Recruitment, People Operations, and Leadership Training functions● Decreased company average time to fill from 89 to 33 days, personally completing 1,300+ interviews ● Automated interview transcription with Metaview AI, saving 340 labor hours; integrated to Lever ATS● Boosted avg. applications/month from 350 to 2,500 through social marketing and campus strategy● Optimized Diversity hiring through strategic sourcing, compliance education, and policy roll-out● Implemented candidate experience surveys, boosting satisfaction from 3.7 to 4.3 out of 5 YoY● Streamlined machine learning and software engineering hiring with live-coding interviews and team training allowing for a 583% increase in hiring capacity YoY; deployed generative AI tools for hiring● Delivered bi-annual manager training sessions on Situational Leadership and Skill/Will Coaching● Secured LinkedIn’s 2023 Top 15 Startups in Canada Award

Shoreview, Mn, Us

● Established nationwide Recruiting function; university recruiting, hiring workflow, ADP ATS updates, KPIs, recruitment marketing, schedule automation, manager interview training, and candidate surveys● Pioneered revolutionary Referral program; double bonus for Diversity hires, Bitcoin optional payout (now 2x value)● Increased passive candidate sourcing/hiring 20% for Corporate, Sales, Engineering, and DEI initiatives● Decreased agency spend $500k, decreased time to fill 30 days, and increased hires 17% in 2021● Secured indeed.com Responsive Employer Award, representing top 20% of companies on Indeed

Milan, It

● Innovated new talent sourcing strategies and pioneered cross functional lead-gen for US Sales Teams● Managed Executive recruitment; SVP-level hiring for Marketing, IT, Operations, Finance, Sales, and HR

Milan, It

● Managed talent acquisition strategy & systems: Researched & implemented new tools that enhance recruiter workflow (Artificial Intelligence, Psychological Assessments, ATS), complete/oversee reporting on Recruiting KPI's, celebrate numbers that drive excellence● Led recruitment marketing & communications: Develop & maintain careers websites, social media pages, content curation strategies, and employee social media advocacy program (Amplifiers)● Empowered team development: Guide project management and leading change initiatives, oversee & collaborate in competency-based development plans, and help innovate passive candidate outreach & sourcing techniques that double YoY performance

Milan, It

● Develop a recruitment marketing strategy that includes social media editorial planning, brand awareness campaigns, and passive candidate recruiting strategies (via LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.)● Drive Boolean recruiting strategies, consistent candidate communication, and creation of Behavioral/Situational Interviewing Guide for hiring managers● Grow nationwide talent acquisition for the Miracle-Ear Academy YOY by coaching, developing, and enhancing the performance of tenured & new recruiter staff● Provide full life-cycle recruitment services while developing efficient and reliable corporate recruiting processes for Amplifon Americas

Cupertino, California, Us

● Collaborated with 34 regional store partners on talent acquisition and hiring event strategy● Oversaw recruiting, interviewing, and training of new hire staff while managing 20 direct reports● Consistently led sales team to exceed revenue forecast (24% YoY FY 2013 to 2014)● Empowered team development with Leading Change initiatives and multi-level project management

Cupertino, California, Us

● Sourced and recruited candidates through campus recruiting, hiring events, and Virtual Edge ATS systems● Inspired career engagement for over 300 employees through 'iDevelop' training and SL II coaching ● Remodeled mentor team structure that enhanced collaboration, training, and effectiveness

● Recruited, interviewed, hired, and trained employees using LinkedIn Recruiter & SL II coaching● Created and managed Web & Social Media sites increasing notoriety and clientele● Increased brand recognition by facilitating networking events, community projects, and trade expos

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

● Trained onsite mangers in ADP HRIS payroll processing, benefits enrollment, and leave administration● Revised policy field guides for 26 national businesses, fostering greater uniformity and utilization● Innovated corporate tracking system for employee leaves and worker’s compensation cases

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

● Developed and led guest service initiative and deescalation training coaching peers to deliver a superior guest experience; helped boost 2008 call quality from 81% to 92%● Enhanced team communication through Office Communicator training and problem solving● Mentored colleagues with action oriented development plans that lead to growth and visibility

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

● Instructed international team members on HR policy and processing operations● Decreased average process time by streamlining FMLA/Disability forms and leave administration ● Innovated Work Environment Enhancement Project for decreasing center-wide turnover by increasing the amount of team building activities and services available to employees

● Diversified company business with non-retail projects● Improved company brand recognition through online media● Calculated office budget and updated company financials

Mba, International Business

B.A., Fine Arts & Business