Tamin Castellano
Talent Acquisition Executive with Extensive Retail and Fashion Industry Experience
Professional Overview
Tamin Castellano is an accomplished Talent Acquisition Executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic talent initiatives across the retail and fashion industry. As the Director of Talent Acquisition at Victoria's Secret, she is responsible for leading all talent acquisition operations, including developing and executing recruitment strategies, building diverse talent pipelines, and optimizing hiring processes to support the company's rapid growth and expansion.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Talent Acquisition at Victoria's Secret, Tamin is instrumental in shaping the company's talent acquisition function. She oversees a team of recruitment professionals, establishing best practices and driving operational excellence to ensure the organization attracts, assesses, and hires top talent across all business units. Under her leadership, Victoria's Secret has enhanced its employer brand, improved the candidate experience, and optimized its talent pipeline to support the company's ambitious growth plans.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Victoria's Secret, Tamin held progressive talent acquisition roles at leading fashion brands, including Tory Burch and Old Navy. As the Director of Talent Acquisition, North America at Tory Burch, she led the company's recruitment strategy and talent initiatives across the region, contributing to the brand's rapid expansion and market share growth. Earlier in her career, Tamin honed her expertise in retail recruitment as a Talent Acquisition Manager at Hudson's Bay Company and BCBG MaxAzriaGroup.
Academic Background
Tamin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Florida, where she graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition Strategy and Execution
- Recruitment Process Optimization
- Employer Branding and Candidate Experience
- Talent Pipeline Development and Management
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Hiring
- Retail and Fashion Industry Expertise
Professional Impact
Under Tamin's leadership, Victoria's Secret has significantly enhanced its talent acquisition capabilities, leading to improved quality of hires, reduced time-to-fill, and higher retention rates. She has spearheaded the implementation of innovative recruitment technologies and data-driven decision-making, resulting in more efficient and effective hiring processes. Tamin's deep understanding of the retail and fashion industry, combined with her strategic vision and collaborative approach, have made her a valuable asset to the organizations she has served.
Conclusion
Tamin Castellano is a seasoned Talent Acquisition Executive with a proven track record of driving transformative change and delivering measurable results within the retail and fashion industry. Her expertise, leadership, and commitment to building high-performing teams position her as a strategic partner in supporting the growth and success of leading brands.
