Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Kevin Serwatka is a seasoned talent acquisition professional with over a decade of experience in the technology industry. As the Founder in Residence at Antler, he leverages his extensive expertise in sourcing, recruiting, and building high-performing teams to support early-stage startups in their growth journeys.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Founder in Residence at Antler, Kevin works closely with founders to provide strategic guidance and hands-on support in building and scaling their teams. He leverages his deep understanding of the startup ecosystem and his proven track record in talent acquisition to help these companies attract, engage, and retain top talent.
In addition to his role at Antler, Kevin is the Founder and CEO of Intent Talent, a boutique talent advisory firm that specializes in providing bespoke recruitment solutions to high-growth companies.
Career Progression
Prior to his current roles, Kevin held several leadership positions in the talent acquisition space. He served as the Senior Principal at Human Capital, where he led the firm's efforts in sourcing and recruiting for top-tier technology companies. Before that, he was the Head of Sourcing at Robinhood, where he played a pivotal role in scaling the company's engineering and product teams.
Kevin's earlier career included stints as a Recruiting Manager at Facebook and a Technical Sourcer at both Facebook and Google. He also worked as a Technical Recruiter at TEKsystems, where he honed his skills in identifying and securing top technical talent.
Academic Background
Kevin holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent acquisition strategy and execution
- Recruiting and sourcing for technical and leadership roles
- Building and scaling high-performing teams
- Startup ecosystem and early-stage company dynamics
- Talent development and mentorship
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Kevin has made significant contributions to the talent acquisition landscape. He has led successful recruitment initiatives that have helped numerous technology companies, from startups to industry leaders, build world-class teams. Kevin's expertise in sourcing and engaging with top talent has earned him a reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.
Conclusion
With his comprehensive experience, strong industry connections, and proven success in talent acquisition, Kevin Serwatka is poised to continue making a meaningful impact as a Founder in Residence at Antler and through his own venture, Intent Talent. His dedication to helping companies build exceptional teams positions him as a valuable asset in the fast-paced and ever-evolving technology ecosystem.
