Marisa Locke

Senior Recruiter - Talent Acquisition

Professional Overview
Marisa Locke is a seasoned talent acquisition professional with over a decade of experience in the retail and technology industries. As a Senior Recruiter at Gap Inc., she plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's talent strategy, driving innovative sourcing methods, and delivering high-impact hires to support the organization's growth and innovation.

Experience Summary

Current Role
At Gap Inc., Marisa serves as a Senior Recruiter within the Talent Acquisition team. In this role, she is responsible for end-to-end recruitment for key business functions, including sourcing, screening, and facilitating the hiring of top-tier candidates. Marisa's expertise in identifying and securing high-caliber talent has been instrumental in helping Gap Inc. build diverse, cross-functional teams that drive the company's strategic initiatives.

Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Marisa held various talent acquisition roles at industry-leading companies. As a Senior Sourcer at Tesla, she spearheaded innovative sourcing strategies to build the pipeline for critical roles, contributing to the company's rapid growth. Her previous experience as a Senior Internal Recruiter at Nike, where she supported the Finance & Strategy and Innovation, Category, Product, Design & Merchandising teams, equipped her with a deep understanding of talent acquisition best practices and cross-functional business needs.

Academic Background
Marisa holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Oregon, with a concentration in Human Resources Management. Her academic achievements include Dean's List honors and active involvement in the university's HR student organization.

Areas of Expertise

• Talent Sourcing and Pipelining

• Candidate Screening and Assessment

• Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

• Employer Branding and Recruitment Marketing

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives

• Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Optimization

• Talent Acquisition Strategy and Process Improvement

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Marisa has consistently delivered tangible results for her employers. At Tesla, she developed and implemented a comprehensive sourcing strategy that enabled the company to fill key engineering and technical roles quickly, contributing to the successful launch of new product lines. At Nike, Marisa's ability to understand business priorities and align talent acquisition efforts accordingly led to significant reductions in time-to-fill and improved hiring quality metrics.

Conclusion
Marisa Locke is a strategic and data-driven talent acquisition professional with a proven track record of driving impactful hiring outcomes for leading retail and technology organizations. Her deep industry expertise, coupled with a passion for developing innovative talent acquisition solutions, positions her as a valuable asset in supporting the growth and competitive advantage of her employers.