Christopher L.

Talent Acquisition Leader | Executive, GTM & Technical Searches | Aerospace, Automotive, C-Suite, GTM, Software, R&D, Hardware, Data Science, Design |

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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

ex-Vitamin T

ex-HomeAdvisor

I’m a Senior TA professional and full desk recruiter who builds high-impact teams across automotive, enterprise SaaS, commercial space, and consumer tech.
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I’ve placed engineers for self-driving tractor companies, recruited a CISO and senior engineering leadership for a 10K-employee SaaS org, hired Sales & Marketing leaders for a commercial space-station startup, sourced engineers for Meta, Netflix and Microsoft, and recruited digital pros for Comcast and Bank of America. I combine deep networks, data driven sourcing, and hands-on vetting to deliver confidential, culture-fit candidates who scale organizations whether you need a single strategic hire or to stand up an entire function. If you're looking to connect, please include a message with your invite—help me understand your mission and how I can support your journey! Cheers! Work Experience: With a diverse background spanning Human Capital Management, Business Development, Talent Acquisition, Full Cycle Recruitment, and Diversity & Inclusion Sourcing, I bring a comprehensive skill set to the table. Known for my fierce work ethic, professionalism, selflessness, teamwork, and outgoing personality, I am passionate about driving success through strategic talent acquisition and human resources initiatives. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my expertise to achieve organizational goals. I have served clients of all sizes and across various industries, including Vast, Rivian & Volkswagen, Atlassian, Microsoft, Canada Goose, Facebook, Netflix, Comcast, Bank of America, Ford, FCA, Goodyear, WWE, Accenture, Razorfish, and Travelers. In total I bring 15+ years of... Talent acquisition & Human Capital Management I have served as a: Principal Executive and Leadership Recruiter for Tech/Engineering/Design/Security, Data Science and C-suite hiring Sr Director Tech Recruiting / Director Global Recruiting, Sr Technical Recruiter and Corporate Recruiter RPO Talent Acquisition specialist Full-cycle recruiter for full time/contract roles National Exec Search Recruiter Staffing Agency Regional Director of Business Development. Roles hired: CISO, Software Engineers, Data Scientists, Tech Leads, Engineering Leads, Machine Learning Engineers, Supplier Quality Engineers, Supplier Capacity and Logistics specialists, Maintenance Engineers, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials and Monitoring, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Accounting/Finance, SEM/SEO; IT, Directors of Talent, Marketing, Digital, UX,Front & Back End Development, Creative along with C-Suite and Executive Level searches through out the USA.

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Job: Vitamin T — Director, Business Development - Account Director · 2011-11 – 2013-04 — Director, Business Development / Account Director at Vitamin Talent
Job: HomeAdvisor — Corporate Technical Recruiter - Engineering - Contract · 2015-03 – 2015-08 — Angi -> HomeAdvisor is the nation's largest online marketplace for local screened home professionals. HomeAdvisor has connected more than 30 million homeowners to the company's network of over 85,000 home service and improvement professionals in more than 500 categories. HomeAdvisor offers homeowners a comprehensive suite of tools, products and services such as ProFinder, Pro Reviews, Cost Guide, Instant Booking, and DesignMine. Access to all of the site’s features is free to homeowners, with no membership fees. Additionally, the field service management software mHelpDesk helps professionals streamline their business through scheduling, managing, and invoicing tools. Recruited: Java Deve…
Job: Atlassian — Principal Executive Leadership Recruiter, R&D, Engineering, Security, Design, Data Science · 2021-10 – 2024-04 — Roles served: Sr Manager, Data Science Sr Data Scientists, Marketing & Customer Analytics Principal Data Scientist Sr Director of Product Design Head of Experience Design Head of Engineering DevOps Head of Engineering, Marketplace Head of Security, Risk & Detection CISO, Head of Engineering, Jira Head of Experience Design Head of CTO Engineering Operations Senior Engineering Manager, Growth Senior Engineering Manager, Identity Senior Engineering Manager, Cloud Storage Senior Engineering Manager, Customer Support Technology Senior Engineering Manager, FedRamp Senior Engineering Manager, Confluence Impact: Atlassian Foundation Council: Global Partner with Genesys Works, Braven and Careervill…
Job: Realtime Media — Manager, Business Development & Strategy · 2010-06 – 2011-11 — Realtime Media is a global leader in driving customer acquisition and engagement through creative applications of technology. Its proprietary solutions -- including custom promotions, loyalty campaigns, instant-win games, contests and sweepstakes -- engage customers and prospects while gathering valuable marketing data and producing metrics-based results. The solutions enable Realtime’s clients to reach audiences across mobile, social, location-based, traditional and online media. Our capabilities and services can be turnkey or a la carte and include: Strategy and Concept, Design and Development, Hosting and Execution and all Fulfillment, Rules and Regulatory. Clients Served: Ascend Ther…
Job: Peak Recruitment Partners — Executive & Leadership Search Managing Partner - R&D, GTM, Data Science and Eng. · 2024-04 – present — Peak Recruitment Partners is a boutique Leadership and Executive search consulting firm dedicated to connecting top-tier executive talent with leading tech and start up organizations. At PeakRP, we understand the critical importance of hiring the right leaders to drive organizational success. With a seasoned professionals and a deep understanding of the leadership search landscape, we are committed to delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our partners. Our approach is rooted in collaboration, transparency, and integrity. We work closely with our partners to gain a comprehensive understanding of their hiring objectives, culture, and leadership requirements. Leveraging…
Job: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies — Lead Technical Recruiter, Special Projects (Software & Hardware focus) · 2026-01 – present — Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technologies that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world. As a Lead Recruiter, Special Projects I'll run full desk hiring on roles focused around Embedded Software Engineering, Hardware Systems, Mechanical Design, RF Test Engineering, Reliability Engineering and Electronic Design to name a few... Roles Served: Hardware Systems Performance Architects Hardware Systems Performance Lea…
Job: JBCconnect | Creative Technology Talent — Senior Director, Technical Recruitment · 2019-08 – 2020-03 — JBCconnect is a global recruiting agency focused on the creative, product, marketing and technology industries. JBC is a full-service resource delivering exceptional freelance, contract and direct-hire talent to the world’s most innovative agencies, progressive consumer players and tech-forward companies. Our specialized recruiters are strategically positioned in New York, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Seattle, Dallas, Austin, London, Amsterdam, Paris and other various locations. With locations across North America and Europe (New York, Philadelphia, Miami, Chicago, Dallas, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Barcelona, Amsterdam and London) we are well positio…
Job: JBCconnect | Creative Technology Talent — Director, Global Search & Recruiting · 2017-01 – 2020-03 — JBCconnect is the most dynamic global recruiting agency focused on the creative, product, marketing and technology industries. We’re a full-service resource delivering exceptional freelance, contract and direct-hire talent to the world’s most innovative agencies, progressive consumer players and tech-forward companies. Founded in 2012, we’re passionate, business-minded people networked at the highest levels with the worldwide connections you need to take the next step in your career. Our specialized recruiters are strategically positioned in New York, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Seattle, Dallas, Austin, London, Amsterdam, Paris and other various locations. With…
Job: ADP — ADP RPO - Senior Recruiter / Client Relationship Manager · 2015-08 – 2017-01 — ADP RPO is an industry leader in recruitment process outsourcing. Harnessing the power of our proprietary technology, ADP RPO offers innovative, scalable solutions, along with unique sourcing strategies that help clients find, recruit, hire, and retain top talent. Dedicated to recruitment leadership, technology and outsourcing, ADP RPO offers recruiting solutions to small, medium and large organizations, serving many of the world's leading companies. In a changing talent landscape, ADP RPO prides itself on providing cutting-edge technology, sourcing solutions, and customized services in line with our clients' goals and needs. Core RPO services include: Recruiting and Sourcing Specialized…
Job: Onward Search | Digital Marketing and Creative Staffing — National Executive Search Recruiter - Creative, Dev, Search, Online Marketing & Tech. · 2013-04 – 2015-03 — Onward Search (www.onwardsearch.com) is a provider of internet marketing and creative services talent. Onward specializes in placing search marketing, interactive design, digital strategy, social media, mobile, and related creative services and technology professionals to companies nationwide.
Job: VAST — Staff Full Desk Recruiter for Sales & Marketing, Legal, Design, Mission Mgmt and Engineering · 2024-10 – 2026-01 — Vast is developing humanity’s most capable space stations, pioneering the next giant leap toward long-term living and thriving in space. Join the only Space station company fully funded to design, manufacture, launch, and visit the world's first commercial space station in the United States. At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space — a future in which the human population and our resources expand far beyond our current imagination. Our mission is to create next-generation habitats that allow humanity to thrive long term in space using artificial gravity. Here is our roadmap to get there. 1) 2025: Haven Demo - In-orbit test…
Job: Atlassian — Senior Technical Sourcer Core Engineering / Recruiting Program Mgr 1 · 2020-03 – 2021-10
School: Saint Joseph's University - Erivan K. Haub School of Business — Bachelors, Marketing
School: The Wharton School — Leadership and Management Certificate Program, Organizational Leadership

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