Wendy Starkand

813-***-**** Orlando, Florida ****4 ad3zwo@r.postjobfree.com linkedin.com/in/wendystarkand/ PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

My passion lies in cultivating high-performing teams while championing diversity and inclusion. I deliver top talent 30% faster through innovative sourcing and genuine relationship building. By securing 20% more hires and a 95% offer acceptance rate, I empower organizations to build strong identities and achieve exceptional results. EXPERIENCE

Talent Consultant - Contract

Mathews’ HR & Safety Consulting Services, October 2023 – Present Customized HR, Risk, and Safety Services and Training for clients Tri-City Electrical Contractors, May 2023 – Present Electrical Contracting, Communications & Service

Talent Acquisition Lead

American Auto Shield October 2022 – July 2023

Home and vehicle service contract development and claims administration

• Leveraged proactive engagement cultivating lasting relationships, to secure top exempt talent in Finance, IT, HR, Legal, and other departments.

• Maximized hiring efficiency by actively managing open positions, optimizing resources, and securing top talent within budget and timeframe.

• Developed and facilitated behavioral interview training for all managers leading to a 95% offer acceptance rate.

• Implemented streamlined processes and programs, resulting in a 10% productivity boost and cost savings. Human Resources Recruiter

American Auto Shield June 2022 – October 2022

• Identified top talent through efficient screening of 800+ applications, resulting in adding 10+ successful hires weekly.

• Implemented a collaborative recruitment process, partnering with stakeholders for recruitment strategies and optimal candidate selection.

• Leveraged sourcing strategy, utilizing job boards, social media, resume databases, and professional networks to attract a diverse talent pool.

Human Resources Recruiter

Strada Services February 2022 – June 2022

Full-service electrical, security, and air conditioning contracting company

• Consistently filled 15+ HVAC, Electrical, and Warehouse positions weekly, managing 75+ requisitions across 12 locations.

• Increased application numbers by 5% through innovative social media branding campaigns.

• Designed and delivered comprehensive recruiter training which reduced time-to-fill by 7%, optimizing efficiency. Recruiting Lead

OneTouch Direct September 2020 – February 2022

Domestic & International BPO Business Process Outsourcing Company-Call Centers

• Leveraged robust screening skills to review 1,000+ resumes daily, identifying and hiring top non-exempt talent for diverse high-volume departmental needs.

• Led virtual team to surpass hiring goals by 8% via strategic leadership & process improvement.

• Created and led ATS training program that drove 15% hiring improvement: faster hiring & better candidate experience.

• Crafted compelling social media campaigns which enhanced brand visibility and increased applicant rate by 30%.

• Reduced training turnover by 2% by developing a sales role-play interview process for telemarketing representatives. Hiring Consultant - Contract

Nutritious Lifestyles December 2019 – September 2020 Nutrition and food services consulting

• Leveraged strong sourcing and screening skills during COVID-19, filling 20+ nationwide dieticians in 3 months.

• Conducted data analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement, reducing time-to-fill by 29 days.

• Built a high-engagement social media presence designing compelling ads, for a 30% decrease in advertising spending. Recruiting Consultant

Tri-City Electrical Contractors January 2018 – November 2019 Electrical Contracting, Communications & Service

• Implemented weekly hiring events, resulting in 40+ electrician, superintendent, project manager and estimating hires monthly, enhancing diversity and hiring efficiency.

• Increased Electrical helper hires by 128% through technical schools and organization partnerships, expanding talent pool.

• Restructured job descriptions for ADA and EEOC compliance, enhancing competencies and career advancement. ESL Instructor

VIPKID January 2017 - December 2019

A global leader in online English education

• Conducted virtual English sessions, improving written and spoken skills for Asian learners aged 4-15. Senior Recruiting Specialist

AdventHealth March 2015 - November 2017

Network of National Nonprofit Hospitals

• Spearheaded action-based interviewing training for leaders, driving a 15% surge in successful quality hires.

• Achieved a 38-day time-to-fill metric, hiring diverse RN, Allied Health, and Retail positions.

• Delivered Taleo ATS and hiring training, equipping new recruiters for successful onboarding and improved efficiency.

• Introduced unit interview days, hiring 210+ Graduate Nurses yearly and cultivating trust with Nurse Managers. Manager of Recruitment, Training and Engagement

Pyramid Healthcare Solutions July 2010 – January 2015 Nationwide Full Revenue Cycle Outsourcing

• Achieved a 30-day average time-to-fill for nationwide, multi-unit Revenue Cycle roles by streamlining processes.

• Strategic recruitment initiatives enabled the hiring of 60 remote inpatient coders, 60 days early, ensuring operational readiness.

• Developed a culture-focused orientation video and collaborated on dynamic convention booth design.

• Launched a multi-state employee newsletter, keeping teams engaged with company updates and contests.

• Strengthened company culture through the design and execution of employee events and contests. PREVIOUS

Blockbuster Video – Regional Trainer

Capital One Services - Technical Trainer

Starbucks Coffee - Senior Store Manager and Corporate Trainer (market openings) – Atlanta GA, and Miami, FL EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

SKILLS

• Applicant Tracking Systems

• Tactical Candidate Sourcing

• New Hire Onboarding

• Candidate Engagement

• Collaborative Partnering

• Strategy Development

• Negotiation Skills

• Social Media Marketing

Recruitment Tools:

Taleo, iCIMS, BambooHR, Workable, UKG, ADP, E-Verify, LinkedIn Recruiter, Skill Survey, eSkill, Predictive Index, HireVue, Criteria Corp, Signal Hire, Contact Out, Victig

Office and Collaboration Software:

Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Google Suite, ChatGPT, Harpa.AI, Gemini, Slack, Zoom, Skype, SharePoint, Canva

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