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***** * ********* ****, *******, United States, 85338 adzvqn@r.postjobfree.com 480-***-**** Professional summary

Experienced Talent Leader with 10+ years of experience in corporate functions, Finance, risk and compliance, and Technology. Known as a Talent Guru and excellent stakeholder manager, with a strong focus on driving process optimization and building out talent programs to support Diversity and culture. Saving companies over 62% in placement fees by implementing effective sourcing strategies and optimizing the recruiting process. Result- oriented, resourceful, and adaptable, able to deliver impactful results in fast-paced environments. Employment history

Senior, Talent Partner & DEI Lead

Trusted Health, San Francisco — Nov, 2021 - Aug, 2023 Successfully built out an entire finance and product team from the top down. Saving the company over 300k in placement fees

Voted in as a DE&I Executive Chair to sponsor and successfully launch and support ERGS leaders and programs for the company

Able to hire over 26+ employees within the first 90 days of being hired into the company Supported Finance, Marketing, HR POPs, and Product and Eng, Executive, and Sr. level exempt positions Managed a full cycle desk, with a requisition load of about 20-30 positions Sourcing and screening candidates to ensure alignment and the best fit for hiring managers Develop and implement strategic diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to attract and retain a diverse talent pool.

Collaborate with hiring managers to develop and refine job descriptions to attract top talent in the market. Create and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, universities, and other talent pipelines to proactively source and attract diverse candidates for open positions. Implement data-driven recruitment strategies to optimize the hiring process and ensure a high-quality candidate pipeline.

Tasha Ford

Talent Leader

VP, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant

MUFG - Union Bank, Tempe, AZ — Dec, 2019 - Nov, 2021 Serve as a Talent lead to determine current and future talent requirements. Managed and supported all Recruiting and onboarding support personnel Managed a full cycle desk, with a req load of about 35-40 requisitions. Supported all Corporate Functions including Risk and Compliance, Trade Services, Investment Banking, CRE, and Fraud.

Led RPO relationship to meet and exceed hiring goals and ensure alignment with the senior stakeholders Created a Diversity Sourcing strategy to specifically target and bring diversity to the organization Develop and maintain effective relationships with hiring managers by advising hiring executives on effective search strategy, compensation, interviewing, and new-hire management Was able to successfully manage a Geo relocation project from zero to one, successfully hiring over 200+ to our compliance and risk teams within 15 months

Corporate Recruiter - Contractor

Bank of the West, Tempe, AZ — Jun, 2019 - Dec, 2019 Created targeted sourcing strategies for executive, exempt, and non-exempt positions; conducted industry and candidate prospect research; identified and utilized multiple recruitment sources, especially cold calls, to identify qualified and interested candidates.

Managed a full cycle desk, with a req load of about 40-45 requisitions Supported all KYC compliance and risk roles within Corporate Functions, from Senior Leaders to Mid-level associates

Developed and maintained effective relationships with hiring managers by advising on effective search strategies, compensation, interviewing, and new-hire management. Sourced, screened, evaluated, and recommended candidates; along with maintaining a solid network of contacts within the industry.

Collaborate with hiring managers to develop a comprehensive understanding of their hiring needs and objectives, and provide guidance on best practices for attracting top talent in the market. RPO Recruiting, Lead

Cielo, Brookfield, WI — Aug, 2015 - Jun, 2019

Managed a team of Recruiters and Coordinators supporting the sales, tech, and marketing teams in Arizona, Utah, Florida, and Philadelphia

Talent attraction in Media & Advertising Sales, Project Managers, and all Field Engineers and technical roles Develop and implement strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the recruiting process, including streamlining workflows, implementing new technologies, and optimizing recruitment metrics. Develop and implement efficient and effective recruiting processes and procedures Lead cross-functional projects to enhance the candidate experience and employer brand Identify and implement best practices for candidate screening and selection to ensure the hiring of high-quality talent.

Create and maintain a talent pool database to proactively identify and engage with potential candidates Analyze and optimize the cost of the recruiting process to ensure maximum ROI for the employer Lead the implementation of a new applicant tracking system to automate and streamline the recruitment process

Regional Sales Recruiter

Wells Fargo Bank, Phoenix, AZ — Aug, 2012 - Aug, 2015 Developed and executed innovative strategies to attract top sales talent in the Banking / Mortgage industry, including using social media platforms and networking events. Managed a high-volume candidate pipeline, while simultaneously providing a positive candidate experience and exceptional customer service.

Built and maintained relationships with local universities and career centers to develop a pipeline of top sales talent.

Named top Sales Recruiter 3x in a row within the first year of employment. Trained all entry-level and mid-managers on using different sourcing techniques through LinkedIn and Indeed. Develop and implement strategies to attract top sales talent and meet regional recruiting goals. Talent Consultant

Self Employed, Phoenix, AZ — Jul, 2011 - Aug, 2012 Identify and anticipate talent gaps in the market and provide strategic solutions to attract, develop, and retain top talent.

Leverage data analytics to assess the effectiveness of talent acquisition strategies and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.

Provide ongoing support and guidance to clients in implementing talent acquisition strategies and programs. Collaborate with Fortune 500 Companies to develop customized recruitment and retention strategies that align with their specific industry and market needs

Senior Admission Advisor

Kaplan University, Phoenix, AZ — Feb, 2009 - Jul, 2011 Develop and implement strategies to increase student enrollment and retention rates. Develop strategies to promote student engagement and improve retention rates for online degree programs. Collaborate with marketing team to create targeted campaigns that attract potential students Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify potential opportunities for student recruitment and retention.

Staffing Client Manager

Appleone/Act 1, Mesa, AZ — Mar, 2008 - Feb, 2009

Establish and maintain effective communication channels with clients to understand their staffing needs and provide customized solutions.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients to understand their staffing needs and provide strategic solutions

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance and expertise on staffing industry trends and best practices.

Conduct regular check-ins with clients to ensure their staffing needs are being met and address any concerns or issues that arise.

Collaborate with internal teams to develop customized staffing solutions that meet the specific needs of each client.

Identify and develop upsell opportunities with existing clients to increase revenue and expand the scope of services provided.

Analyze client feedback and identify areas for improvement in the staffing process Education

Associate of Computer Science

AIBT, Tucson, AZ — Feb, 1998 - Aug, 2001

B.S. Health Science

Kaplan University, Phoenix, AZ — Jan, 2009 - Oct, 2013 B.A. Human Resource Management

Colorado Technical University — Mar, 2017 - Sep, 2020 Skills

Sourcing strategies Process optimization

Stakeholder management Resourcefulness

Adaptability Diversity and culture

Building talent programs

Links

www.linkedin/in/tashafordhr

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