Tasha Ford
Goodyear,AZ
Summary
Corporate recruiting expert with strong track record in talent acquisition and strategic workforce planning. Skilled in sourcing top-tier candidates, fostering team collaboration, and driving successful recruitment initiatives. Known for adaptability, reliability, and results-driven approach in dynamic environments. Proficient in leveraging data-driven insights and HR technologies to optimize hiring processes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Partner
Paychex Inc
Tempe, AZ
12.2023 - Current
- Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, from job posting creation to offer negotiation and acceptance.
- Developed strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their unique needs and providing tailored recruitment solutions. (Supported new company build-out for Inside Sales Hub- Nationally, resulting in hiring over 120+ new hires in 65 days)
- Served as a trusted advisor to both candidates and hiring teams by providing guidance on role requirements, interviewing tips, and career development opportunities.
- Led diversity and inclusion initiatives within the talent acquisition team, promoting an inclusive work environment for all employees. (Increased DE&I effort by partnering with ERBG and local workforce community partnerships)
- Established a robust talent pipeline through networking events, career fairs, and proactive outreach efforts.
- Reduced time-to-fill for critical roles with strategic sourcing techniques and efficient interview scheduling. (Selected as SME for new AI tool - Findem, trained all colleagues and leaders, increasing sourcing efforts and minimizing time to fill by 46%)
- Enhanced employer brand by creating targeted social media campaigns, resulting in increased candidate engagement and interest.
- Championed employee referral programs, incentivizing current staff members to recommend high-quality candidates for open positions. (Hired over 30% of new staff via ERP)
Senior, Talent Partner & DEI Lead
Trusted Health
San Francisco, United States
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Successfully built out finance and product teams from the top down, saving the company over 300k in placement fees
- Selected and voted in as a DE&I Executive Chair to sponsor and successfully launch ERGs and to support ERGs leaders and programs for the company
- Hired 26+ employees within the first 90 days of being onboarded into the company
- Supported Finance, Marketing, HR POPs, Product and Engineering, Executive and C-suit (Hired first female CTO and CFO to the company)
- Managed a full cycle desk, with a requisition load of about 30+ positions
- Sourcing and screening candidates to ensure alignment and the best fit for hiring managers
- Develop and implement strategic diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to attract and retain a diverse talent pool
- Collaborate with hiring managers to develop and refine job descriptions to attract top talent in the market
- Create and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, universities, and other talent pipelines to proactively source and attract diverse candidates for open positions
- Implement data-driven recruitment strategies to optimize the hiring process and ensure a high-quality candidate pipeline
VP, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant
MUFG - Union Bank
Tempe, United States
12.2019 - 11.2021
- Serve as a Talent lead to determine current and future talent requirements
- Managed and supported all recruiting and onboarding support personnel
- Managed a full cycle desk, with a req load of 35-40 requisitions
- Supported all Corporate Functions including Risk and Compliance, Trade Services, Investment Banking, CRE, and Fraud
- Successfully managed a geo reallocation project from zero to one, hiring over 200+ to our compliance and risk teams within 15 months
- Led RPO relationship to meet and exceed hiring goals and ensure alignment with the senior stakeholders
- Created a diversity sourcing strategy to specifically target and bring diverse talent to the organization (Implemented Diversity Recruitment Program called D.A.R.T.S.)
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with hiring managers by advising hiring executives on effective search strategy, compensation, interviewing, and new-hire management
Corporate Recruiter - Contractor
Bank of the West
Tempe, United States
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Created targeted sourcing strategies for executive, exempt, and non-exempt positions; conducted industry and candidate prospect research; identified and utilized multiple recruitment sources, especially cold calls, to identify qualified and interested candidates
- Managed a full cycle desk, with a req load of about 40-45 requisitions
- Supported all KYC compliance and risk roles within Corporate Functions, from Senior Leaders to Mid-level associates (Built out 3 KYC teams from top down in 4 months, totaling 3 leaders and 25 associates)
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with hiring managers by advising on effective search strategies, compensation, interviewing, and new-hire management
- Sourced, screened, evaluated, and recommended candidates; along with maintaining a solid network of contacts within the industry
- Collaborate with hiring managers to develop a comprehensive understanding of their hiring needs and objectives, and provide guidance on best practices for attracting top talent in the market
RPO Recruiting, Lead
Cielo
Brookfield, United States
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Managed a team of recruiters and coordinators supporting the sales, tech, and marketing teams in Arizona, Nevada, Florida, and Philadelphia (4 Recruiters and 2 Recruiter Coordinators)
- Collaborated with HR team to improve employee retention through targeted onboarding initiatives.
- Developed tailored interview questions, enhancing assessment of candidate qualifications and cultural fit.
- Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
- Talent attraction in Media and Advertising Sales, Project Managers, Field Engineers, and technical roles
- Develop and implement strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the recruiting process, including streamlining workflows, implementing new technologies, and optimizing recruitment metrics
- Lead cross-functional projects to enhance the candidate experience and employer brand
- Identify and implement best practices for candidate screening and selection to ensure the hiring of high-quality talent (Created a strategic selection process by implementing technical assessment to funnel talent)
- Analyze and optimize the cost of the recruiting process to ensure maximum ROI for the employer (Responsible for a recruiting marketing budget of 25k per year)
- Lead the implementation of a new applicant tracking system to automate and streamline the recruitment process (Launched new Workday Recruitment ATS with client)
Regional Sales Recruiter
Wells Fargo Bank
Phoenix, United States
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Developed and executed innovative strategies to attract top sales talent in the Banking / Mortgage industry, including using social media platforms and networking events
- Managed a high-volume candidate pipeline, while simultaneously providing a positive candidate experience and exceptional customer service
- Built and maintained relationships with local universities and career centers to develop a pipeline of top sales talent
- Named Top Sales Recruiter 3x in a row within the first year of being on the team
- Trained all entry-level and mid-managers on using different sourcing techniques through LinkedIn and Indeed
- Develop and implement strategies to attract top sales talent and meet regional recruiting goals
Talent Consultant
Self Employed
Phoenix, United States
07.2011 - 08.2012
- Identify and anticipate talent gaps in the market and provide strategic solutions to attract, develop, and retain top talent
- Leverage data analytics to assess the effectiveness of talent acquisition strategies and make data-driven recommendations for improvement
- Provide ongoing support and guidance to clients in implementing talent acquisition strategies and programs
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 Companies to develop customized recruitment and retention strategies that align with their specific industry and market needs
Senior Admission Advisor
Kaplan University
Phoenix, United States
02.2009 - 07.2011
- Develop and implement strategies to increase student enrollment and retention rates
- Develop strategies to promote student engagement and improve retention rates for online degree programs
- Collaborate with marketing team to create targeted campaigns that attract potential students
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify potential opportunities for student recruitment and retention
- Worked with financial aid office to verify student's' applications and discuss payment options.
- Assessed student's abilities and recommended degree programs to highlight strengths.
- Fostered a positive team culture by facilitating regular meetings, setting clear expectations, and celebrating successes together as a group. (Selected as Director of Employee Engagement where we launched "Best Places to work" initiative by increasing employee engagement scores)
Staffing Manager
Appleone/Act 1
Mesa, United States
03.2008 - 02.2009
- Establish and maintain effective communication channels with clients to understand their staffing needs and provide customized solutions
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients to understand their staffing needs and provide strategic solutions
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance and expertise on staffing industry trends and best practices
- Conduct regular check-ins with clients to ensure their staffing needs are being met and address any concerns or issues that arise
- Identified and developed upsell opportunities with existing clients to increase revenue and expand the scope of services provided (Billing over 35k weekly with clients, generating over 1.2 million the first year)
- Analyze client feedback and identify areas for improvement in the staffing process
- Provided exceptional customer service to both clients and candidates throughout the entire placement process by maintaining timely communication channels at all stages of engagement.
Education
B.A. - Human Resource Management
Colorado Technical University
09.2020
B.S. - Health Science
Kaplan University
Phoenix, AZ10.2013
Associate - Computer Science
AIBT
Tucson, AZ08.2001
Skills
- Diversity and culture
- Building talent programs
- Leadership
- Onboarding process management
- Team management
- Recruitment software implementation
- Sourcing strategies
- Recruitment budget management
- Process optimization
- Stakeholder management
- Resourcefulness
- Data-driven decision making
Websites
Personal Information
Title: Talent Leader
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Partner
Paychex Inc
12.2023 - Current
Senior, Talent Partner & DEI Lead
Trusted Health
11.2021 - 08.2023
VP, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant
MUFG - Union Bank
12.2019 - 11.2021
Corporate Recruiter - Contractor
Bank of the West
06.2019 - 12.2019
RPO Recruiting, Lead
Cielo
08.2015 - 06.2019
Regional Sales Recruiter
Wells Fargo Bank
08.2012 - 08.2015
Talent Consultant
Self Employed
07.2011 - 08.2012
Senior Admission Advisor
Kaplan University
02.2009 - 07.2011
Staffing Manager
Appleone/Act 1
03.2008 - 02.2009
B.S. - Health Science
Kaplan University
Associate - Computer Science
AIBT
B.A. - Human Resource Management
Colorado Technical University