Jul 2022 – Jun 2025 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Denver, Colorado, United States · Hybrid

• Lead both Technical and Functional Crypto Recruiting. My role involves full life cycle recruiting/sourcing of passive candidates for both technical and functional crypto positions across Fidelity’s Digital Assets, LABS, and FCAT business units, with a focus on blockchain, compliance, risk, legal, product development, RWA, yield, staking, trading platform dev, quant, trading, on-chain/off-chain data and FinTech/DeFi initiatives.
• In my position, I manage the recruiting process from top of the recruitment funnel, identifying and engaging with highly skilled professionals, to closing candidates. My responsibilities include developing and executing comprehensive sourcing strategies, leveraging advanced techniques and tools to build robust pipelines of qualified candidates. I collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand their specific needs, refine job descriptions, and provide strategic insights to optimize the recruitment process.
• Additionally, I conduct in-depth candidate assessments, manage the candidate pipeline, and ensure a seamless recruitment process from initial contact. My efforts are instrumental in attracting top-tier talent to Fidelity, supporting the company’s innovative projects and maintaining its competitive edge in the financial technology sector.
• As part of the Crypto Center of Excellence, I stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring that our recruitment strategies align with the latest advancements in cybersecurity, crypto and blockchain. I represent Fidelity at various crypto and start up technology conferences and meetups to further our outreach in finding exceptional candidates.
• I am also the Colorado Ambassador for both Fidelity's Crypto Club and the Denver Chapter of Off-Chain a Global blockchain organization. I hold a Blockchain Certification from Cornell, as well as, an HRMS Certification, that have helped me further my expertise in talent acquisition in the Cybersecurity, Crypto, FinTech Industry.

Mar 2022 – Aug 2022 · 5 mos · Virtual

• At Crypto.com, we are on a mission to put cryptocurrency in every wallet, accelerating the world’s transition to digital currency. As a key player in this transformative journey, I collaborate with our North and South American technology teams to scout and secure the best minds in Quant Development, Quant Research, Front and Backend Development, Cyber Security, Blockchain Development, Mobile Development, and Application Development.
• My role involves leading and crafting innovative sourcing and recruiting strategies that span across the Americas, ensuring we attract top-tier technical talent for our diverse business units. I excel in building robust pipelines of highly qualified, screened candidates, tailored to meet the unique needs of our crypto-focused openings. By working closely with hiring managers, I facilitate seamless compensation negotiations and deliver exceptional talent that drives our technological advancements.
• With a deep understanding of the cybersecurity, crypto and blockchain landscape, I provide valuable market insights on talent acquisition for niche positions, helping hiring managers make informed decisions. My expertise in crypto recruiting and sourcing top talent globally positions me as a vital asset in Crypto.com’s mission to revolutionize the financial world. Through my efforts, I ensure that we continue to lead the industry with a team of innovative and skilled professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of cryptocurrency.

Mar 2013 – Mar 2022 · 9 yrs · Virtual - Denver, CO

• PeopleScout RPO is a leading expert in human resources, consulting services, benefits administration, and business process outsourcing. I support Truist.com, a T-Mobile, Bank of Montreal, RockTen, and other PeopleScout clients as a subject matter expert in technical recruiting and sourcing.
• In my role, I manage the development and execution of comprehensive sourcing strategies, consult with hiring managers, and oversee the end-to-end sourcing and recruiting process. My responsibilities include handling a diverse range of IT positions, such as Full Stack Java Developers, Software Development Managers, Digital Payments Specialists, Crypto Blockchain Developers, RPA (Robotic Process Automation) Professionals, Splunk/ELK Experts, IT Business Analysts, API Developers, Product Managers, Python Developers, Mobile Developers, and Database Professionals.
• Additionally, I have managed international sourcing teams for client engagements, ensuring targeted pipelines of candidates are developed and monitored for optimal results. I also lead monthly global training sessions on sourcing techniques for teams in North America, Canada, and India, enhancing our collective expertise and effectiveness in talent acquisition. I developed sourcing strategies for specific client projects that PeopleScouts sales team used to open new accounts.
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Jan 2000 – Mar 2013 · 13 yrs 2 mos · Remote · Remote

• I’ve worn every hat in the talent acquisition wardrobe—sometimes all at once. 🎩 Whether I was leading teams of 25+ Recruiters, Sourcers, and Coordinators, or rolling up my sleeves to personally close a tough technical role, I’ve always remained hands-on and deeply involved.
• My career spans the full spectrum of TA—from full-cycle recruiting to global team leadership—across fast-paced, high-tech environments. I’ve filled thousands of roles, ranging from deeply technical to techno-functional, both nationally and internationally. 🌍
• I cut my teeth in the Web 1.0 boom with pioneers like MapQuest.com and Achieve.com, then leveled up recruiting for AAA game titles at Microsoft Studios and Electronic Arts—think Halo, Madden, Star Wars, and FIFA 👾—as well as social games at Tagged and cutting-edge AR/VR roles at Unity. 🤖 Oh, and I also led the talent strategy that helped stand up EA’s first North American data center. No big deal. 🎮
• I’ve held key in-house roles with top-tier tech companies during some of the most competitive eras for technical talent, bringing strategic insight and high-volume execution in equal measure. 💻
• It’s been a wild, rewarding ride—and every challenge along the way has sharpened my TA instincts. I’ve built, led, optimized, and scaled… 🤓