Kevin Howard (He/Him/His)

Recruiter

Los Angeles, California, United States10 yrs 6 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Over 12 years of global talent acquisition experience.
  • Expert in aligning hiring strategies with organizational goals.
  • Passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Leader with expertise in SaaS and Healthcare industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionStrategic SourcingGlobal RecruitingTechnical RecruitingTeam ManagementEngineering Leadership

Other Skills

Active SourcingApplicant Tracking SystemsAttention to DetailBenchmarkingBoolean SearchingCandidate ExperienceClosing CandidatesCoaching & MentoringCollaborative LeadershipCommunicationCompliance RegulationsConfidentialityCorporate RecruitingCreative Problem SolvingCustomer-Focused Service

About

A self-driven, scrappy, resourceful Talent Acquisition Leader with over 12 years of global experience, renowned for expertly managing recruitment processes and strategically sourcing top-tier talent. Adept at aligning hiring strategies with organizational goals and company culture while balancing speed, quality, and a seamless candidate experience. A proven problem-solver, relationship-builder, and connector of people, with a successful track record in growing high-performing teams. Expertise in designing and executing end-to-end recruiting processes, from sourcing and pitching to screening and closing top global talent. Passionate about fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), I drive initiatives that create a more inclusive workforce. Proficient in leveraging a wide array of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) including Greenhouse, Ashby, JazzHR, Rippling, BambooHR, Bullhorn, iCIMS, and Workday, I streamline recruitment processes for optimal efficiency. At the heart of my work is a genuine enthusiasm for connecting with ambitious professionals, empowering them to exceed expectations and achieve their career aspirations. Matching dreamers with opportunities that ignite their passion is not just my job—it's my calling. Hiring Managers scroll down to view the recommendations I have received!

Experience

10 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 9 mos
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Kyruus health

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (Company Acquired)

Aug 2025Oct 2025 · 2 mos · Los Angeles, California, United States · Remote

  • Kyruus Health is a Series D enterprise HealthTech company Acquired by RevSpring dedicated to improving patient access and care coordination via a SaaS platform focused on provider data management.
  • Owned full cycle recruiting for all functions of the business as the sole recruiter.
  • Please request a copy of my resume for full details of my responsibilities

Hopskipdrive

Talent Acquisition Partner (Reduction in Force)

Jul 2024Jun 2025 · 11 mos · United States · Remote

  • HopSkipDrive is a high-growth, Series D technology platform focused on providing safe, equitable, and scalable transportation solutions for schools, kids, and vulnerable populations.
  • Owned full-cycle recruiting across multiple departments, consistently filling top-priority roles by proactively sourcing and cultivating high-caliber talent in a competitive market.
  • Please request a copy of my resume for full details of my responsibilities
External RelationshipsInternal RecruitmentHigh-growthStrategic SourcingMarket AnalysisGrit+17

Defense unicorns

Sr. Recruiting Generalist (Reduction in Force)

Apr 2023Mar 2024 · 11 mos · United States · Remote

  • Defense Unicorns is a high-impact GovTech company that builds open-source software and AI delivery platforms, specializing in delivering mission-critical capabilities to the U.S. Department of Defense's most secure and air-gapped environments
  • Owned full-cycle recruitment for all functions of the business (Go-to-Market, G&A, Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Legal, R&D, and People)
  • Please request a copy of my resume for the full list of responsibilities during my tenure.
External RelationshipsGlobal RecruitingEngineering LeadershipBenchmarkingRecruitingHigh Sense of Urgency+42

Telesign

Technical Recruiting Manager (Reduction in Force)

Mar 2020Feb 2023 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Marina del Rey, California, United States · Remote

  • TeleSign is a global Communication Platform as a Service (CPaaS) Series D company that delivers digital identity verification, fraud prevention, and secure communications through powerful APIs to protect the world's largest online brands.
  • Acted as the primary technical recruiter and strategic partner for all technical hiring, including Engineering, Product, Technical Operations, Data/ML/AI, and Design, partnering closely with senior leadership to develop and drive, tailored, scalable solutions aligned to department growth.
  • After my first year, I recruited, hired, managed and mentored a high performing team of full-cycle global technical recruiters.
  • Please request a copy of my resume for the full list of responsibilities during my tenure.
External RelationshipsGlobal RecruitingEngineering LeadershipTeam ManagementGlobal Talent AcquisitionBenchmarking+70

Honorhealth

Principal Technical Recruiter (Relocated to LA)

Feb 2019Mar 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo · Phoenix, Arizona Area · Hybrid

  • HonorHealth is one of Arizona's largest non-profit, integrated healthcare networks, operating nine acute-care hospitals and over 200 primary and specialty care locations across the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.
  • Owned the entire full-cycle technical recruitment cycle as the sole technical recruiter for executive leadership, technical, and healthcare operations roles, including headcount planning, strategic sourcing, and offer acceptance.
  • Please request a copy of my resume for the full list of responsibilities during my tenure.
External RelationshipsEngineering LeadershipTeam ManagementRecruitingLinkedIn RecruiterHigh Sense of Urgency+63

Mindbody, inc.

Lead Recruiter

Sep 2017Feb 2019 · 1 yr 5 mos · Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

  • MINDBODY is the leading software-as-a-service provider for the global wellness and fitness industry, offering cloud-based business management tools for scheduling, payments, and client management for gyms, studios, and spas.
  • Delivered full-cycle GTM and EPD (Engineering, Product, Design) recruitment for this early to mid-stage SaaS startup, consistently exceeding time-to-fill and quality-of-hire benchmarks by leveraging data from Greenhouse and custom dashboards from job creation to offer acceptance.
  • Please request a copy of my resume for the full list of responsibilities during my tenure.
External RelationshipsTeam ManagementGlobal Talent AcquisitionBenchmarkingRecruitingLinkedIn Recruiter+64

Homesite insurance

Human Resources Generalist (3 month Temporary Assignment)

Mar 2017Jun 2017 · 3 mos · Greater Phoenix Area · On-site

  • Managed new hire orientation, onboarding, and staff integration processes to ensure smooth transitions and early employee engagement.
  • Interpreted and implemented HR policies for attorneys and staff, offering clear guidance on procedures and compliance standards.
  • Acted as a primary contact for internal and external HR inquiries, providing timely and solutions-oriented support across the employee lifecycle.
  • Administered leave of absence programs, including STD, LTD, and FMLA, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.
  • Advised managers on performance issues, drafted disciplinary documents, and supported employee development plans and performance improvement plans (PIPs).
  • Led offboarding processes for voluntary and involuntary terminations, including conducting exit interviews and managing documentation.
  • Maintained accurate employee records (digital and physical) to support audits, reporting, and compliance needs.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with Recruiting, Compensation, Payroll, HRIS, and Talent Development to ensure alignment and consistency in people processes.
  • Processed key HR documents, including personnel action forms, payroll changes, and unemployment claim responses.
  • Monitored compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, offering recommendations to update policies and mitigate risk.
External RelationshipsWorkday RecruitingDeal ClosureAttention to DetailEngaging PeopleCompliance Regulations+18

Petsmart

Talent Acquisition Partner

Dec 2014Jan 2017 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Phoenix, Arizona Area · On-site

  • PetSmart is North America's largest specialty pet retailer, offering a wide array of products and services including grooming, training, and veterinary care with over 1,600 locations across the U.S. and Canada.
  • Owned the end-to-end recruiting process from sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding across EPD, Media, E-Commerce, G&A, People, Finance and Sales functions.
  • Please request a copy of my resume for the full list of responsibilities during my tenure.
External RelationshipsGlobal Talent AcquisitionBenchmarkingRecruitingLinkedIn RecruiterHigh Sense of Urgency+49

Bny

Contract Technical Recruiter

Nov 2012Nov 2014 · 2 yrs · Greater Pittsburgh Area · On-site

  • BNY Mellon is an American international financial services company and the country's oldest bank, specializing in investment management and investment services with trillions of dollars in assets under custody and/or management.
  • Owned full cycle recruitment for Engineering.
  • Please request a copy of my resume for the full list of responsibilities during my tenure.
External RelationshipsEngineering LeadershipRecruitingHigh Sense of UrgencyWorkday RecruitingStrategic Sourcing+39

S&t bank

Bank Teller

Apr 2010Nov 2012 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Greater Pittsburgh Area

  • Promoted the bank's services, answering questions regarding banking matters, and directs customers to other departments for specialized services.
  • Identified customer needs through profiling each customer with Computer Inquiry System for other services expanding relationships, and developing new customers to increase market share and improve profitability for the bank.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently, as well as working as a team player to contribute to the success of the Penn Hills branch.
  • Accepted checks, deposits, and all other banking duties were also performed.
  • Heavy data entry of account information and processing.
Attention to DetailEngaging PeopleProblem SolvingOrganization SkillsIndependent ThinkingRelationship Building+1

Education

University of Pittsburgh

Oct 2011Oct 2012

Community College of Allegheny County

Bachelor's degree

Jan 2009Jan 2011

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