Ila Shah

As the first non-founding Partner at Edgility I led and oversaw the Talent Equity team in the following ways:

• Led strategy development and implementation of new product offerings
• Hired and manged the Talent Equity Team
• Served as the lead sales person for the organization, raising 1.5M in revenue last year
• Oversaw client projects (specifically compensation related) for 50+ clients including Greenpeace USA, Planned Parenthood, National Women's Law Center, Digital Promise Global, and DonorsChoose
  
  *In March of 2024 I stepped down from my role and now serve as a Senior Advisor on strategy and client management.

As Managing Director I held the following responsibilities:

• Increased overall organizational performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
• Developed business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
• Optimized resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments.
• Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
• Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.

• Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized search strategies and tailored candidate recommendations.
• Contributed to company growth by closing new business deals with potential clients.
• Assisted clients in defining precise job requirements, resulting in accurate and effective searches.
• Stayed current with industry trends through ongoing professional development activities, ensuring knowledge of best practices and emerging tools in the search field.

• Expanded organizational presence in national markets through strategic partnerships with local NPOs and School Districts.
• Oversaw talent acquisition efforts, attracting top social sector leaders and contributed to the growth of those individuals through training and coaching.
• Enhanced employee engagement through targeted training programs, mentoring opportunities, and performance management systems.
• Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating collaboration and fostering a productive work environment.
• Established effective communication channels within the organization, promoting transparency and timely information sharing among team members.