Kara Kramer
Leland,NC
Summary
Executive Recruiting Manager with extensive experience at Sinecure.ai, placing over 115 specialized candidates. Proficient in AI recruitment tools and diversity hiring initiatives, resulting in over $4 million in salary placements. Recognized for strategic talent acquisition and building strong client relationships, delivering significant results in competitive markets.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Recruiting, Manager
Sinecure.ai: Strategy Source Executive Search, Inc
Leland, North Carolina
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Placed over 115 specialized candidates in data analytics and technical roles within four years.
- Achieved $4 million+ in total salary placements for approximately 45 candidates in first year.
- Maintained a diversity ratio of 43% across all candidate placements.
- Utilized AI tools to enhance candidate search efficiency, achieving response rates exceeding 63%.
- Leveraged analytics expertise to match qualified candidates with open positions.
- Consistently averaged 2.3 placements per month throughout tenure.
- Supported recruitment efforts across various sectors including Martech and Adtech.
Consultant
Kramer Konsulting
Chicago, Illinois
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Developed project evaluation process to enhance successful delivery and provide relevant recommendations.
- Reviewed business needs to identify key factors for positive project outcomes.
- Recommended project plans addressing business needs and overcoming potential obstacles.
Director, Account Manager
Research Now (Dynata)
Chicago, Illinois
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with departments to deliver innovative solutions, resulting in client recommendations.
- Facilitated year-over-year business growth with a 51% sales increase in 2017.
- Enabled team members to confidently engage clients by leveraging industry trends.
VP- ADVERTISING SOLUTIONS/CPG LEAD
NIELSEN (NiQ)
Chicago, Illinois
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Developed and executed comprehensive business strategies to drive company growth.
- Directed cross-functional teams to implement innovative market research solutions.
- Oversaw client relationships to align with evolving consumer insights.
- Created custom strategies for high-profile consumer product goods and quick service restaurant clients.
- Mentored team members to enhance client service delivery.
- Produced $10 million in media efficiencies while boosting campaign effectiveness by $5 million.
- Assessed client needs to develop innovative media solutions using Nielsen's marketing tools.
Senior Account Director, Strategic Accounts
comScore, Inc.
San Francisco, California
10.2013 - 11.2015
- Managed $8 million in research solutions, boosting client sales by over 10% annually.
- Developed strategic client relationships to enhance business growth and satisfaction.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver integrated marketing solutions effectively.
- Integrated innovative customized products with current research methodologies to meet client needs.
- Established and maintained strong trust with client stakeholders across all levels.
- Guided research analysts in understanding clients' business needs from their perspective.
- Analyzed market trends to uncover new opportunities for client businesses.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, Socio-Economic Studies
State University of New York at Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NYSkills
- Recruiting and talent acquisition
- Applicant tracking systems
- AI recruitment tools
- LinkedIn recruiter expertise
- Candidate sourcing strategies
- Salary negotiation techniques
- Diversity hiring initiatives
- Audience segmentation and evaluation
- Executive search and recruiting
- Contract negotiation skills
- Full-cycle recruitment processes
- Thought leadership in recruiting
- Business intelligence applications
Affiliations
- Advertising Research Foundation
- ComScore, Inc. Advisory Board
- Media Research Club of Chicago
- Media Ratings Council
- Kantar/TNS Advisory Board
Accomplishments
- White Paper: ARF “What Women Want: How to Message to Women” (2003)
- AOL, Hispanic Cyberstudy, 2004, 2005, 2006
- AOL Black Cyberstudy, 2006
- AOL, CEO of the Household, presented to clients by Maria Shriver
Timeline
Executive Recruiting, Manager
Sinecure.ai: Strategy Source Executive Search, Inc
08.2021 - 08.2025
Consultant
Kramer Konsulting
07.2018 - 07.2021
Director, Account Manager
Research Now (Dynata)
02.2017 - 06.2018
VP- ADVERTISING SOLUTIONS/CPG LEAD
NIELSEN (NiQ)
11.2015 - 12.2016
Senior Account Director, Strategic Accounts
comScore, Inc.
10.2013 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Arts - History, Socio-Economic Studies
State University of New York at Stony Brook