Professional Overview
Gabriela Centanino is an experienced Talent Acquisition Consultant with a proven track record of success in the recruitment and human resources industry. Leveraging over a decade of diverse professional experience, she specializes in talent acquisition, recruitment strategy, and culture development for companies across various sectors.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As a Talent Acquisition Consultant, Gabriela partners with companies to develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies that attract, engage, and retain top-caliber candidates. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in sourcing, screening, and onboarding to build high-performing teams that drive organizational success.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Gabriela held several progressive positions in the recruitment and human resources field. As a Recruiting & Culture Manager at Foria, she led all talent acquisition and employee engagement initiatives, directly contributing to the company's rapid growth and positive company culture. Earlier in her career, Gabriela served as a Recruitment and Culture Specialist at Heat Makes Sense, Inc. and a Corporate Recruiter at Internet Brands, where she honed her skills in strategic workforce planning, employer branding, and talent pipelining.
Academic Background
Gabriela holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she double-majored in Marketing and Communication.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent acquisition and recruitment strategy
- Employer branding and candidate experience
- Workforce planning and talent pipeline development
- Employee onboarding and culture integration
- Relationship management and stakeholder engagement
- Data-driven decision making and process optimization
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Gabriela has made significant contributions to the organizations she has served. Notable achievements include:
- Implemented a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that resulted in a 35% increase in qualified candidate applications for critical roles at Foria.
- Developed and launched an employee engagement program that boosted retention rates by 22% and improved overall employee satisfaction at Heat Makes Sense, Inc.
- Spearheaded the creation of a robust university recruitment program at Internet Brands, leading to a 40% increase in the company's entry-level talent pipeline.
Conclusion
With her comprehensive industry experience, strategic mindset, and data-driven approach, Gabriela Centanino is positioned to serve as a trusted partner in transforming talent acquisition and human resources practices for her clients. She is committed to driving business impact through innovative talent solutions and fostering dynamic, high-performing teams.
