Vladimir Ari Valstánd
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic recruiting and business development expert with a strong track record in full-cycle recruiting and stakeholder management. Built and scaled client and candidate pipelines through strategic sourcing, successfully entering international markets while delivering specialized talent solutions for high-growth tech companies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Coordinator
The Illumination Lab
05.2026 - Current
- The Illumination Lab
- Lifestyle, Sports & Entertainment content.
Realtor
Beverly & Co., BHHS
12-1900, 12-1900
11.2024 - 03.2026
- Conducted market analyses to identify trends and opportunities, aiding client decision-making.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms for clients, enhancing client satisfaction.
Recruiter
Creare Mahlen Sieg, LLC
06.2018 - 08.2024
- Developed a self-owned recruiting business to connect clients with specialized talent in construction and interior design.: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cmahlensieg
- Specialized in hard-to-find Construction & Interior Design talent.
- Built client & candidate pipelines from scratch through strategic sourcing, networking, and market research.
- Partnered directly with hiring leaders to understand organizational needs and align talent strategies.
- Expanded presence into Toronto, MN, NY, and London, fostering international business relationships and talent networks. .
Recruiter & Account Executive
LTD Consulting, Inc.
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Built and launched a new recruiting vertical focused on architecture, engineering, and construction talent.
- Managed full sales and recruiting lifecycle, from client acquisition through candidate placement.
- Cultivated consultative relationships with hiring managers and executives, enhancing delivery of specialized talent solutions.
- Secured 55+ new client accounts and successfully placed 20+ senior-level professionals within 18 months.
Branding & Sponsorship Specialist
Kosmic Consulting
01.2007 - 05.2015
- Secured strategic brand partnerships with Apple, Ford, Fuji, Jaguar, Soju, Sony Creative, driving collaborative marketing opportunities.
- Enabled client to generate $700K+ in new partnership revenue within first 5 months of initiative.
- Specialized in product placement and experiential marketing campaigns, enhancing brand visibility and consumer engagement.
- Events & venues worked with, include: LA Film Festival, UCLA.
Education
Certificate - Product Management
Microsoft XBox
Remote10-2026
Bachelor of Science - IT
DeVry University
Pomona, CA07-2011
Skills
- Technical Recruiting
- Sourcing & Talent Mapping
- Full-Cycle Recruiting
- Pipeline Development
- Market Intelligence & Research
- Stakeholder Management
- B2B Sales
- ATS, CRM & HRIS Systems
- Project management
- Negotiations skills
Software Skills
- Business: Lever, LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft (Dynamics, Office), Salesforce, SAP, Tableau
- Multimedia: Adobe Creative Cloud, Cinema 4D, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools
Languages
- English
- Chinese (Mandarin)
Timeline
Content Coordinator
The Illumination Lab
05.2026 - Current
Realtor
Beverly & Co., BHHS
11.2024 - 03.2026
Recruiter
Creare Mahlen Sieg, LLC
06.2018 - 08.2024
Recruiter & Account Executive
LTD Consulting, Inc.
05.2015 - 12.2017
Branding & Sponsorship Specialist
Kosmic Consulting
01.2007 - 05.2015
Certificate - Product Management
Microsoft XBox
Bachelor of Science - IT
DeVry University