Paige Zayas
Talent Canvas, San Francisco, California, United States
Professional Overview
Paige Zayas is a seasoned talent acquisition professional with over a decade of experience driving hiring success for high-growth technology companies. As a Talent Canvas, she leverages her deep expertise in recruitment strategy, sourcing, and talent management to build world-class teams and propel organizational growth.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As Talent Canvas at Talent Canvas, Paige is responsible for developing and executing innovative talent acquisition strategies to support the company's ambitious growth plans. In this role, she oversees all aspects of the hiring process, from workforce planning and employer branding to candidate sourcing and selection. Paige's data-driven approach and strong stakeholder management skills have enabled her to consistently deliver exceptional hiring outcomes and drive measurable business impact.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Paige held senior talent acquisition positions at leading technology companies, including Zilliz, RapidAPI, LightStep, and CoreOS. In these roles, she consistently demonstrated her ability to build high-performing teams, streamline recruitment processes, and cultivate strong partnerships with hiring managers and cross-functional stakeholders. Paige's career progression is marked by her track record of driving significant improvements in key hiring metrics, such as time-to-fill, candidate experience, and diversity representation.
Academic Background
Paige holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, with a concentration in Human Resources Management. She is a passionate lifelong learner and regularly attends industry conferences and workshops to stay abreast of the latest talent acquisition trends and best practices.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition Strategy and Planning
- Recruitment Optimization and Process Improvement
- Sourcing and Candidate Engagement
- Employer Branding and Candidate Experience
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives
- Workforce Planning and Analytics
- Stakeholder Management and Collaboration
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Paige has made significant contributions to the technology industry's talent landscape. At Zilliz, she spearheaded the development of a comprehensive employee referral program that resulted in a 25% increase in qualified applicants. At RapidAPI, Paige led the implementation of a robust candidate feedback system, which improved the company's Glassdoor rating by 2 points. Most recently, at Talent Canvas, Paige has been instrumental in scaling the company's global hiring efforts, ensuring a consistent and engaging candidate experience while maintaining a strong employer brand.
Conclusion
Paige Zayas is a strategic and results-driven talent acquisition professional with a proven track record of delivering exceptional hiring outcomes for high-growth technology companies. Her deep expertise, data-driven approach, and collaborative leadership style make her a valuable asset in the ever-evolving talent landscape.