Leah Evans

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Professional Overview

Leah Evans is a seasoned Talent Acquisition Specialist with over 15 years of experience in human resources and recruitment across diverse industries. She is known for her strategic approach to talent management, data-driven decision making, and strong collaboration with business leaders to build high-performing teams.

Experience Summary

Current Role

Leah currently serves as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at the Weingart Foundation, where she is responsible for developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent. In this role, she partners closely with hiring managers to understand their workforce needs, source qualified candidates, and streamline the hiring process. Leah's expertise in applicant tracking systems, employer branding, and interviewing techniques has enabled her to consistently deliver top-tier talent that aligns with the organization's values and goals.

Additionally, Leah holds a concurrent position as a Human Resources Business Consultant at Docs In a Dash, where she provides strategic HR advisory services to support the company's growth and employee engagement initiatives.

Career Progression

Prior to her current roles, Leah held several progressive HR and recruitment positions, including Senior Recruiter at the Braille Institute of America, Talent Acquisitions Specialist at American Honda Motor Company, and Human Resource Specialist at Future Transitions. Throughout her career, Leah has demonstrated a strong track record of successfully building and leading diverse talent pipelines, optimizing hiring processes, and developing innovative talent acquisition programs.

Academic Background

Leah holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management from the University of Southern California, where she graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Talent Acquisition and Recruitment

• Applicant Tracking Systems and HR Technology

• Employer Branding and Candidate Experience

• Workforce Planning and Analytics

• Interviewing and Candidate Evaluation

• HR Consulting and Business Partnering

Professional Impact

Leah's contributions have been recognized throughout her career. At American Honda Motor Company, she spearheaded a company-wide employee referral program that resulted in a 25% increase in qualified applicants. During her tenure at the Braille Institute of America, she implemented a robust onboarding process that improved new hire retention by 30%.

Conclusion

With her extensive experience, strategic mindset, and dedication to talent excellence, Leah is poised to continue making a significant impact in the human resources and talent acquisition field. She is committed to leveraging her expertise to help organizations build and retain the best-in-class talent, driving business success and growth.