Ben Nagrani

Summary

I'm a mission-driven Talent Acquisition professional with over 12 years of experience building high-performing teams across AI/ML, Platform Engineering, GTM, and Leadership functions. Based in the U.S. (Pacific Time), I've played a pivotal role in scaling VC-backed startups and enterprise SaaS organizations — often stepping in as the founding recruiter or a trusted partner to executive leadership. I bring a founder’s mindset paired with a recruiter’s precision. I don’t just fill roles — I design and execute talent strategies that drive business outcomes. Whether it's a stealth startup or a hyper-growth scale-up, I’ve hired top-tier talent across North America, LATAM, EMEA, and APAC. My approach is deeply collaborative, operationally sharp, and fueled by urgency. I've built recruiting playbooks, streamlined hiring funnels, and implemented tools like Ashby to improve speed, visibility, and candidate experience. As a full-cycle recruiter, I thrive in ambiguity, manage high-volume pipelines with clarity, and always prioritize a high-touch experience for both candidates and stakeholders. Right now, I'm also exploring how AI is transforming recruiting. From writing AI-driven talent playbooks to launching digital marketplaces and hiring platforms, I’m focused on building what’s next in talent acquisition — with creativity, scalability, and automation at the core. My Strengths Include: Global hiring across technical and business roles (Product, Engineering, GTM, Leadership) Startup team building and zero-to-one recruiting Recruiting operations, systems, and candidate experience (Ashby and beyond) Fast, high-ownership execution Embedding AI into recruiting workflows Driving thought leadership in hiring strategy and the future of work In short, I’m a recruiter, builder, and business partner — all in one. I love rolling up my sleeves to help teams grow, and I thrive at the intersection of innovation, speed, and meaningful impact. If you’re building something bold and need a recruiter who moves fast, thinks strategically, and always leads with integrity — let’s talk. E: ben.nagrani@gmail.com