Manager, Lead and Senior Producing Technical Recruiter with over 20 Years’ Experience in leading and building, Technical Talent Acquisition Organizations in High-Performing, Customer-Focused, and Value-Driven Cultures.
Innovative and accomplished Master SME Technical Recruiter and Senior Resource Manager with a proven track record of excellence in delivering top-tier talent and optimizing workforce deployment. Renowned for surpassing goals through strategic insight, persuasive communication, and relentless pursuit of top-tier candidates. Proficient in leading high-performance teams and collaborating with stakeholders across all levels to achieve organizational objectives.
Key Competencies: Mindful Recruitment | Strategic Workforce Planning | Conflict Resolution | Market Trends Talent Acquisition | Leadership & Mentorship | Client-Centric Assessments | KPI Optimization Project Planning | Communication Excellence | Master in Rapport | Compensation Strategies |
Executive Recruiting | SME on Client and Candidate pairing | Candidate Whisperer |
Professional Experience:
VERIZON Atlanta, GA 2020 – 2023
Senior Resource Deployment Manager
• Orchestrated the selection of global cyber security talent, bolstering the growth and impact of the Professional Services division.
• Guided weekly staffing consultations to align managerial best practices and optimize assignments for 6 US Security teams encompassing 250 staff.
• Leveraged SFDC, Clarity, Excel, and SAP for forecasting and utilization reports, and harnessed Tableau for data-driven insights that streamlined decision-making.
• Collaborated with analysts to categorize projects as closed, stalled, or in the pipeline, enabling efficient resource allocation.
• Pioneered daily troubleshooting efforts, boosting mediation efficiency and realizing a 100% resolution rate.
TECHNICAL TALENT ADVISOR, LLC International 2017 – Present
Master Technical Recruiter/Talent Acquisition
• Spearheaded recruitment for diverse tech roles including Product Managers, Venture Architects, Designers, and Engineers with startup experience.
• Achieved rapid talent placement with a 2.5-week average time to fill, consistently exceeding industry norms.
• Cultivated a reputation as a focused and tenacious expert, renowned for consistently delivering qualified engineers ahead of deadlines.
LAB1886 Atlanta, GA 2018
Lead Technical Talent Acquisitions – Mercedes Benz Incubator
• Pioneered the Atlanta branch, swiftly staffing 15 positions within 3 weeks during the startup phase.
• Managed recruitment, contract negotiation, and leadership of 7 contractors in this pioneering role.
STAFFING TECHNOLOGIES Atlanta, GA 2015 – 2017
Lead/Senior Technical Recruiter
• Orchestrated full-cycle recruitment, applying diverse strategies including job board sourcing, cold calling, and networking.
• Distinguished as a top recruiter with the highest GPM across 4 branches, achieving exceptional results through innovative recruitment techniques.
• Mentored and trained new hires, consistently fostering a positive and productive onboarding experience.
GULF COAST ENTERPRISES United States 2014 – 2015
Technical Talent Acquisitions Manager
• Revitalized the DOD DMDC Contract recruitment process, phasing out multiple staffing firms and achieving a $100K cost savings.
• Oversaw the hiring of 50+ technical staff that met AB1 disability quotas, while significantly improving diversity and inclusion.
TIGER TEAM CONSULTING Washington, DC 2006 – 2013
Technical Recruiting Manager (Virtual)
• Managed full-cycle recruitment of Software Engineers and Developers for R&D roles, consistently exceeding SLAs and achieving high-quality hires.
• Optimized the recruitment process, slashing external vendor expenses by $300K annually through strategic sourcing and networking.
Education & Certifications:
• Bachelor of Science in Social Work, FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
• Resource Management Certified Professional, RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
Affiliations:
• TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA, TAG Member
• WOMEN IN TECHNOLOGY (WIT), Member
• AMERICAN STAFFING ASSOCIATIONS, Member
• ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE UNIONS INTERNATIONAL (ACUI)
BILLIARDS CHAMPION, Florida State University - Region 6
Sales
Internet Recruiting
Communication Etiquette
Leadership Development
LinkedIn Recruiting
IT Recruiting
Sourcing
Staff Recruitment & Management
Recruiting Process Consulting
Human Resource Management
Candidate Interviewing
Recruiting