Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Linda Newnham is an experienced Talent Acquisition Director with a proven track record of driving successful hiring strategies and building high-performing teams. With a focus on the APLA region, North America, and the Global Jordan Brand at Nike, she leverages her deep industry expertise and strategic acumen to attract top talent and support the company's growth initiatives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Talent Acquisition Director for APLA, North America, and Global Jordan Brand at Nike, Linda is responsible for leading the end-to-end talent acquisition process, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding of key personnel. She collaborates closely with cross-functional stakeholders to align hiring efforts with business objectives and ensures the implementation of efficient and innovative recruitment practices.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Linda served as the Talent Acquisition Director for the APLA region at Nike, where she was instrumental in developing and executing talent strategies to support the company's expansion in the Asia-Pacific market. Before joining Nike, she held various talent acquisition roles at prominent technology and e-commerce companies, including Criteo, Lenovo, and Google, where she gained extensive experience in global recruitment, HR business partnering, and talent management.
Academic Background
Linda holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with Honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent acquisition strategy and execution
- Global recruitment operations
- Workforce planning and talent management
- HR business partnering and stakeholder management
- Data-driven decision making and workforce analytics
- Employer branding and candidate experience optimization
Professional Impact
During her tenure at Nike, Linda has played a pivotal role in building and leading high-performing talent acquisition teams, driving innovative recruitment initiatives, and contributing to the company's overall business success. Her strategic approach and data-driven insights have been instrumental in attracting and retaining top-caliber talent, which has enabled Nike to achieve its growth and performance objectives in the APLA region and beyond.
Conclusion
With her comprehensive expertise in talent acquisition, strong leadership skills, and deep industry knowledge, Linda Newnham is a valuable asset to the Nike organization. She is committed to continuously enhancing the company's recruitment capabilities and fostering a diverse, talented workforce to support Nike's global expansion and market leadership.
