Professional Overview
Name: Natalie Kostoglanis Shumate
Current Position: Business Development Director
Company: Talent.com
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Natalie Kostoglanis Shumate is an experienced Business Development Director with a demonstrated history in the recruitment software and advertising industry. She has extensive work experience in various roles and industries, showcasing a robust background in business development and sales.
Career Timeline
- June 2022 - Present: Business Development Director at Talent.com
- September 2019 - June 2022: Business Development Manager at Talent.com
- 2018 - 2019: Senior Account Executive at CareerBuilder
- 2015 - 2018: Software Sales Executive at CareerBuilder
- 2013 - 2015: Marketing Intern at SmithAmundsen LLC
- 2012 - 2013: Student Fundraising Representative at DePaul University
- 2011 - 2012: Teacher/Intern at UCAN (Chicago)
- 2008 - 2011: Sales Associate and Party Leader at Build-A-Bear Workshop
Educational Background
- Pleasant Valley High School: Graduated in 2009
- DePaul University: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), majoring in English with a concentration in creative writing and a minor in environmental studies (2009-2013)
Key Achievements and Skills
- Business Development and Sales: Proven track record of success in driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships.
- Fundraising and Marketing: Excelled in raising funds for student scholarships and promoting marketing initiatives.
- Customer Service: Provided exceptional customer service and engagement in her role at Build-A-Bear Workshop.
- Recruitment Industry Expertise: Extensive experience gained through roles at CareerBuilder and Talent.com, focusing on software sales and account management in the staffing and recruiting industries.
Notable Activities and Updates
- Recruiting Initiatives: Natalie actively participates in Talent.com's hiring processes, particularly focusing on HR roles in Chicago, indicating her involvement in both internal team growth and talent acquisition strategies (e.g., LinkedIn post about hiring a Human Resources Generalist in Chicago).
Professional Network and Related People
- Luke D.: Business Development Director, Diagnostics at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Kevin J. Zakus: Business Development Director at FaithLife Financial
- Matteo Salvadori: Business Development Director US | Global BD - Associate Partner at PQE Group
- Amit Wagadia: Senior Business Development Director at Altasciences
- Stefano Graziadei: Senior Business Development Director at Veristat
LinkedIn Profile: [Natalie Kostoglanis Shumate on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-kostoglanis-shumate)
Talent.com Org Chart: [Org Chart at Talent.com](https://theorg.com/org/talent-com/org-chart/natalie-kostoglanis-shumate)
Summary
Natalie Kostoglanis Shumate brings a blend of strategic business development acumen and robust sales experience to her role as Business Development Director at Talent.com. Her extensive background in the recruitment software and advertising industry, combined with her proactive approach to team expansion and talent acquisition, positions her as a key player in driving Talent.com's growth initiatives.
