Mersed Brodlic
Sandy,UT
Summary
Experienced Talent Acquisition professional with a comprehensive background in diverse roles and operations, adept at addressing corporate staffing needs at all levels.
Easily cultivates strong relationships with executives to ensure alignment with organizational goals and requirements. Passionate about training team members to enhance skills and maximize potential. Committed to delivering tailored solutions that drive success and meet the unique needs of each organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Partner
WholesomeCo (Vireo Growth Inc)
Bountiful, UT
09.2022 - Current
- Hired on as the first Talent Acquisition employee to help facilitate the continuous growth of the organization.
- Sourced the first Chief Financial Officer, along with securing wins in the hiring of leadership that included a Director of Supply chain, Director of Marketing and more recently a Director of Facilities.
- Collaborated and trained our mid level managers in “Hiring Best Practices”.
- Built upon our newly implemented ATS (JazzHR) by designing scorecards, interview flows, questionnaires, etc.
- Fully staffed our Supply Business Unit that houses everything from Processing & Cultivation to Inventory & Fulfillment.
- Total headcount growth in the first 12 months increased from 109 employees to 250, with the current totaling 350.
- Worked with our sister company, Arches (Launched in 2024) to hire the first Data Scientist, as well as additional engineering help.
Talent Acquisition Partner
R.S. Hughes Company, Inc
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented talent acquisition strategies as the company's first dedicated internal TA employee.
- Managed ATS (Hirecentric) all job boards as well as all recruiting activity for the organization
- Coordinated hiring initiatives across 49 divisions, handling 65-75 job requisitions in the U.S. and Mexico regions.
- Oversaw implementation of LinkedIn Recruiter and Handshake to optimize recruitment strategies. Led initiatives to integrate new platforms into existing workflows for improved candidate engagement. Championed training sessions for team members on effective use of recruitment tools.
- Engaged with executive leadership to establish effective processes and procedures for maximizing internal impact while preserving successful partnerships with outside agencies.
- Facilitated compensation discussions with human resources and hiring managers to promote internal and external equity.
Talent Acquisition Manager
NOWCFO
Murray, UT
12.2019 - 08.2021
- Led a team of six diverse talent acquisition specialists, including two remote members.
- Analyzed employee retention metrics, achieving a reduction in corporate turnover from 86% to 53% on a rolling 12-month scale.
- Achieved successful team formation and expansion in new markets across the nation. Cultivated talent from business development to managing directors, enhancing operational efficiency. Drove cross-departmental collaboration to maximize team effectiveness.
- Established and analyzed recruitment and administrative performance metrics to identify trends and assess progress toward strategic goals.
Senior Corporate Recruiter
NOWCFO
Murray, UT
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed end-to-end recruitment activities, ensuring alignment with company goals and culture.
- Collaborated with diverse partners across 20+ locations nationwide to address current operational needs.
- Facilitated consulting hires, direct placements, and temp-to-perm solutions for diverse client base.
- Assisted in utilizing ATS for candidate tracking and management. Supported recruitment efforts through platforms like ZipRecruiter, Indeed, and LinkedIn. Engaged with social media to enhance candidate outreach.
- NOW CFO is a "roll-up our sleeves" full service outsourced CFO, operational accounting, and financial consulting firm with a singular focus on your company’s success. Our employees are skilled professionals who fix the accounting and finance problems all companies face.
Lead Driver Recruiter
CR England
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Engaged with candidates to facilitate enrollment in CR England Driving School.
- Guided candidates through the entire CDL process to ensure successful completion and compliance with regulations.
- Guided and motivated team of 4 recruiters to excel in competitive recruitment rankings.
- Contributed to recruitment efforts, resulting in an average placement of 4th in year-to-date hires across 25-27 pods nationally.
Account Executive
ListenClear
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted comprehensive sales calls, addressing inquiries and promoting products to potential clients.
- Assisted in promoting products through television, radio, and billboards. Supported outreach efforts via cold calling to engage potential clients.
- Identified optimal solutions for customers through in-depth personal problem-solving techniques.
Shipping/Receiving and Sales
Northwest Research
05.2011 - 08.2015
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTHigh school diploma - undefined
East High School
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Talent Acquisition Management & Strategies
- Workforce Labor Planning & Analysis
- Leadership Experience & Development
- Networking and Partnership Development
- Training Development and Execution
- Strong Sourcing of Passive Talent
- Corporate & Placement Recruiting
- Employment Data Tracking
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Partner
WholesomeCo (Vireo Growth Inc)
09.2022 - Current
Talent Acquisition Partner
R.S. Hughes Company, Inc
08.2021 - 08.2022
Talent Acquisition Manager
NOWCFO
12.2019 - 08.2021
Senior Corporate Recruiter
NOWCFO
02.2018 - 12.2019
Account Executive
ListenClear
11.2016 - 05.2017
Lead Driver Recruiter
CR England
09.2015 - 12.2017
Shipping/Receiving and Sales
Northwest Research
05.2011 - 08.2015
High school diploma - undefined
East High School
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Western Governors University