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Regina H.
Alpharetta, GA

Candidate Whisperer and Lead Technical Recruiter/Manager.

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
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Skills

  • Recruiting
  • Recruiting Process Consulting
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Sourcing
  • IT Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Communication Etiquette
  • Internet Recruiting

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