Jessica C. DiGiovanni
Manalapan,NJ
Summary
Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in talent acquisition.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Solana Talent Group
01.2017 - Current
- Lead executive search engagements and full-cycle recruitment efforts across a range of industries, placing talent from entry to C-level.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, designing and executing scalable hiring strategies, employee development initiatives, and retention plans.
- Spearhead business development efforts, cultivating long-term partnerships and consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Deliver strategic consulting on talent acquisition trends, market conditions, and customized recruitment solutions.
- Champion candidate experience and employer branding to enhance client visibility and hiring effectiveness.
Sourcing Team Lead – Implementation
WilsonHCG
01.2011 - 10.2016
- Lead sourcing initiatives and oversee team performance in a fast-paced, metrics-driven RPO environment.
- Successfully execute recruitment strategies aligned with client goals; consistently recognized for high submit-to-hire ratios.
- Mentor and train new team members to achieve performance goals and build strong recruiting pipelines.
- Serve as a key point of contact for internal teams and client stakeholders, communicating progress and pipeline data effectively.
- Spearhead initiatives that improved team sourcing productivity and candidate quality.
Senior Client Relationship Manager
Solana Talent Group
01.2017 - 10.2022
- Managed client relationships across the Greater NYC area, supporting high-volume and executive recruitment needs.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to refine job requirements, build talent pipelines, and streamline recruiting processes.
- Partnered with internal teams to optimize search performance and ensure alignment with client goals.
- Consistently recognized for delivering high-quality placements and strengthening client retention.
Recruiting Sourcer
Merrill Lynch
07.2006 - 07.2007
- Sourced and screened candidates for roles in Sales, Finance, Marketing, and Technology, including executive-level searches.
- Partnered with hiring managers to manage the full-cycle recruitment process from requisition to offer.
- Facilitated recruitment events and networking initiatives across NJ to attract passive and active talent.
- Reduced time-to-fill for hard-to-source roles and consistently surpassed team placement goals.
Recruiter – Finance & Accounting
Michael Page International
11.2004 - 05.2006
- Recruited top talent for pharmaceutical clients, placing candidates from Analyst to Director level.
- Built and maintained relationships with key decision-makers and consulted on hiring strategy.
- Led candidate sourcing, interviews, and salary negotiations while meeting monthly placement targets.
- Delivered consistent results in a high-volume, competitive recruiting environment.
Regional Sales Manager & Director of Corporate Training
LA Weight Loss
08.2001 - 10.2004
- Directed sales operations across NJ and NY regions, managing 5 supervisors and 30+ staff.
- Achieved 43% revenue growth YOY by driving team performance and improving customer engagement.
- Designed and led corporate training programs; trained trainers across multiple states.
- Presented at the 2003 National Sales Conference on sales strategy and training effectiveness.
Regional Corporate Trainer
LA Weight Loss
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Developed and delivered sales training for 15+ centers.
- Improved staff performance and retention through hands-on coaching and workshops.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and revenue across assigned territory.
Area Supervisor
LA Weight Loss
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Oversaw five centers, implementing operational strategies and sales improvements.
- Achieved 27% increase in sales year-over-year.
- Mentored employees and introduced product training initiatives.
Education
Business and Marketing Program
The Stuart School of Business
Skills
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Client relationships
- Account management
- Project management
Timeline
Managing Director
Solana Talent Group
01.2017 - Current
Senior Client Relationship Manager
Solana Talent Group
01.2017 - 10.2022
Sourcing Team Lead – Implementation
WilsonHCG
01.2011 - 10.2016
Recruiting Sourcer
Merrill Lynch
07.2006 - 07.2007
Recruiter – Finance & Accounting
Michael Page International
11.2004 - 05.2006
Regional Corporate Trainer
LA Weight Loss
01.2002 - 01.2003
Regional Sales Manager & Director of Corporate Training
LA Weight Loss
08.2001 - 10.2004
Area Supervisor
LA Weight Loss
01.2001 - 01.2002
Business and Marketing Program
The Stuart School of Business
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