Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Jeff Nguyen is an experienced talent acquisition professional with a proven track record of success in university recruiting and talent management. As a university recruiter at Amazon, he plays a key role in identifying and attracting top-tier talent to the company. He also serves as the founder of BobaTalks, a platform that fosters community and professional development among Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) professionals.
Experience Summary
Current Roles
University Recruiter @ Amazon (2024-10-01 to Present)
- Develops and executes strategic university recruiting initiatives to identify and hire top-tier graduate and undergraduate talent
- Collaborates cross-functionally with hiring managers to understand evolving business needs and build a robust talent pipeline
- Leverages data-driven insights to optimize recruiting strategies and improve hiring outcomes
- Represents Amazon at university career fairs and campus events to promote the company's employer brand
Founder II at BobaTalks (2024-11-01 to Present)
- Oversees the strategic direction and growth of BobaTalks, a community platform for AAPI professionals
- Fosters a supportive network and facilitates professional development opportunities for members
- Drives initiatives to increase visibility and representation of AAPI voices in the tech industry
Career Progression
Prior to his current roles, Jeff held various recruiting and talent acquisition positions, including:
- Lead Program Manager at BobaTalks (2022-07-01 to Present)
- Consultant at Girls Who Code (2023-06-01 to 2023-08-01)
- Technical Recruiter at Google (2022-06-01 to 2023-02-01)
- Technical Recruiter at Amazon (2021-10-01 to 2022-06-01)
- Recruiting Coordinator | Technical Sourcer at Amazon (2020-04-01 to 2021-10-01)
- Prime Video Catalog Specialist at Amazon (2019-11-01 to 2020-04-01)
Academic Background
Jeff holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington.
Areas of Expertise
- University and campus recruiting
- Talent acquisition strategy and execution
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Community building and engagement
- Data-driven decision making
- Cross-functional collaboration
Professional Impact
- Developed and implemented innovative university recruiting programs that resulted in a 20% increase in graduate hires at Amazon
- Launched BobaTalks, a thriving community platform that has engaged over 5,000 AAPI professionals and hosted over 50 educational and networking events
- Served as a consultant for Girls Who Code, contributing to the organization's efforts to inspire and empower young women in technology
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in talent acquisition, community building, and a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, Jeff Nguyen is a valuable asset to both Amazon and the broader AAPI professional community. As he continues to excel in his current roles, he is poised to make a lasting impact on the tech industry.
