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Lisa LaPenna

Mountain City,TN

Summary

Dynamic Talent Acquisition Partner 12+ year progressive career across Clinical, Pharmaceutical and Biotech industries. Insightful and creative with strengths in partnering with cross-functional business executives to strategize new and backfill job openings. Known for identifying improvement opportunities and spearheading projects to drive effectiveness.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Talent Acquisition Partner (Remote)

SomaLogic (Biotech)
11.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw full cycle recruiting for 14 different departments including but not limited to: Assay Services, Chemistry, Manufacturing, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain.
  • Active member of DEI committee and led Immigration Policy education in Talent Acquisition.
  • Implemented 2nd annual Intern Program
  • Streamlined the talent acquisition process by implementing an applicant tracking system and improving candidate experience.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for critical roles with strategic sourcing techniques and efficient interview scheduling.
  • Developed strong relationships with hiring managers and business partners, understanding their unique needs and providing tailored recruitment solutions.
  • Enhanced employer brand by creating targeted social media campaigns, resulting in increased candidate engagement and interest.

Regional Recruiter (Remote)

Syneos Health Commercial Solutions (Biopharma)
09.2015 - 11.2021
  • Full cycle recruiting for pharmaceutical sales, access/reimbursement, management for direct hire and contract sales force opportunities with top pharmaceutical companies
  • Coach/Mentor to two new hires on the team, including training and best practices
  • Participated in career fairs, committees to discuss best practices in recruiting, and cross collaborated with other teams including clinical operations
  • Successful performance ratings each consecutive year
  • 2020 brought in $320k in revenue and 108 starts

Promoted to Recruiter

Professional Case Management (Home Health Care)
01.2013 - 08.2015
  • Responsible for full cycle recruitment of RN’s, LPN’s, Nurse Aides, Administrative, and management positions in a 12 state region
  • Assess candidate qualifications through application/resume screening, conducting behavioral based telephone and personal interviews
  • Defined sourcing opportunities such as newspaper, internet, direct mail, and Universities
  • Consultant to hiring department on final candidate selection
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships while gaining trust and respect

Staffing Coordinator

Professional Case Management
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Initially started staffing and scheduling for three states and increased territory to more than 8 states
  • Oversees all shift nurses including call offs, changes in client hours, and client requests
  • Update and run staffing management reports, client sheets, and credentials
  • Constant communication between HR, recruiting, and clinical team to provide the utmost care to clients
  • Follow up with concerns, complaints, and clinical issues with the appropriate department to ensure all matters are resolved.

Store Manager

Bakers Footwear Group
05.2009 - 12.2010
  • Forecast scheduling needs to meet customer demand and create work schedules
  • Delegate daily workload among associates to meet merchandising and visual presentation standards
  • Coordinate the overall supervision of retail staff to ensure sales performance goals are met and procedures are followed accurately
  • Drive store sales by ensuring that all customers are acknowledged, customer needs are met, and concerns are resolved quickly
  • Hire, train and develop retail staff with goals for growth and success in their positions, provide performance feedback and recognize accomplishments.

Staffing Specialist (Onsite)

Interim Healthcare (Home Health Care)
10.2008 - 05.2009
  • Worked independently to staff multiple facilities and homecare settings
  • Coordinated and supervised field staff
  • Weekly rotations in HR, scheduling, recruiting, and marketing
  • Took all intake calls and referrals
  • Acted as a contact liaison with all outside agencies, health professionals, and field staff
  • Effectively identified opportunities for business growth
  • Acknowledged for developing and starting the psych division in homecare
  • Promoted new clients and sales growth by expanding marketing approach.

Store Manager

Target (Optical Dept)
04.2008 - 10.2008
  • Co-managed store full-time
  • Completed payroll on a weekly basis
  • Structured, maintained and exceeded sales plan every week
  • Collaborated with Optometrist and booked appointments/check-ups
  • Structured store objectives and new promotions
  • Acknowledged for increasing sales and exceeding sales plan.

Guest Service Team Lead

Super Target
10.2006 - 04.2008
  • Front end supervisor for cashiers, guest service, food avenue, and cart attendants
  • Ongoing team lead training and developed an individual development plan
  • Provided and documented constructive feedback and coaching to all team members
  • Helped floor team leads with projects/sale ads
  • Interviewed potential team members and provided insight to store manager
  • Created incentives and games to promote and increase credit card sales.

Education

Marketing

University of Phoenix (Online)
Denver, CO
2006

Associate's Degree -

Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO
05.2005

Skills

  • Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
  • Hiring Manager/ HR Business Partner Collaboration
  • Candidate Assessment
  • Talent Management
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Full Cycle Recruiting

Leadership Roles

  • Active member of DEI Committee
  • Implemented SomaU Intern Program
  • Executive Leadership Recruiting
  • Mentor to new hires at Syneos Health and SomaLogic
  • Nominated by the VP of HR to help organize and plan events for Professional Case Management
  • Developed and initiated the Psych division at Interim Healthcare which generated new business/accounts.

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Partner (Remote)

SomaLogic (Biotech)
11.2021 - Current

Regional Recruiter (Remote)

Syneos Health Commercial Solutions (Biopharma)
09.2015 - 11.2021

Promoted to Recruiter

Professional Case Management (Home Health Care)
01.2013 - 08.2015

Staffing Coordinator

Professional Case Management
01.2010 - 01.2013

Store Manager

Bakers Footwear Group
05.2009 - 12.2010

Staffing Specialist (Onsite)

Interim Healthcare (Home Health Care)
10.2008 - 05.2009

Store Manager

Target (Optical Dept)
04.2008 - 10.2008

Guest Service Team Lead

Super Target
10.2006 - 04.2008

Marketing

University of Phoenix (Online)

Associate's Degree -

Front Range Community College

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