Jessie Feilen
Chicago,IL
Summary
Talent and business development professional with a strong track record of partnering with hiring managers and recruiting teams to identify, evaluate, and present top talent across accounting, finance, HR and IT roles. Experienced in reviewing candidate profiles, assessing qualifications, and aligning talent with business needs. Known for building trusted client relationships, managing high-volume pipelines, and delivering strategic insight on hiring trends and candidate markets. Passionate partnering with leaders to build high-performing teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Business Development
Creative Financial Staffing (Hybrid)
Chicago, IL
01.2026 - Current
- Partner with recruiters and client hiring managers to identify hiring needs and align candidate skillsets with business objectives.
- Provide strategic insight on talent availability, compensation benchmarks, and market trends across accounting, finance, and IT roles.
- Review candidate resumes and professional profiles to evaluate qualifications and present relevant talent options to clients.
- Collaborate closely with recruiting teams to ensure strong candidate alignment and a seamless hiring process.
Business Development Manager
Creative Financial Staffing
05.2023 - 01.2026
- Managed relationships with 250+ client accounts, advising hiring managers on talent needs, workforce planning, and market conditions.
- Evaluated candidate resumes and professional profiles daily, pitching relevant skillsets and experience to clients across accounting, finance, and IT roles.
- Partnered closely with internal recruiters to align candidate pipelines, interview processes, and hiring expectations to ensure strong candidate fit and a positive hiring experience.
- Generated $400K+ in gross profit in the first year and was awarded Rookie of the Year (2025) for achieving the highest revenue billed among new hires company-wide.
English Language Arts Educator
Gahanna Middle School South
Columbus, OH
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed daily classrooms of 75+ students, fostering communication and engagement among students, parents, and staff.
- Improved standardized test scores by 10% through data analysis and targeted instruction strategies.
- Cultivated relationships with students, parents, and staff while effectively prioritizing and meeting deadlines.
Instructional Designer (Contract)
Dignified Learning
Columbus, OH
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Designed engaging, ADA-compliant eLearning materials incorporating written, visual, and multimedia instructional content.
- Translated complex concepts into accessible learning materials aligned with best practices in education and training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education
Ohio University
Athens, OH12.2020
Skills
- Hiring Manager Partnership
- Recruiting collaboration
- Market Insights
- Compensation Insights
- Talent Evaluation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Relationship Management
- Resume Review
Websites
Timeline
Director, Business Development
Creative Financial Staffing (Hybrid)
01.2026 - Current
Business Development Manager
Creative Financial Staffing
05.2023 - 01.2026
Instructional Designer (Contract)
Dignified Learning
05.2022 - 08.2022
English Language Arts Educator
Gahanna Middle School South
05.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education
Ohio University