Deja Taylor

As owner and consultant of a boutique HR firm, I assist candidates globally in securing desired roles and partner with startups to establish or scale their HR departments. I curate talent pools, provide in-depth analysis on employment law, and implement Inclusion and Diversity strategies to meet company needs.

As a Tech Talent Acquisition Specialist, I am responsible for sourcing and recruiting top-tier talent for various tech roles. I collaborate with hiring managers to understand their needs and ensure a smooth recruitment process.

Collaborated with management and HR generalists to maintain a consistent candidate pipeline and managed all HR-related paperwork through ADP Workforce/Solutions, including onboarding, offboarding, and performance reviews. Additionally, trained staff on client engagement, documentation, and selling techniques to enhance personal brands.

Managed a $2M business, overseeing the implementation of the UKG platform and transitioning from Paychex software. Developed a client-centric selling environment using Endear and focused on people development through SMART goals to align employee training with company objectives.

Managed an 11k sqft location with a team of 12 sales associates, a sales lead, assistant manager, and store manager. Created a client-centric selling atmosphere by training staff on company selling approaches, coaching on style cards, and building clientele to improve KPIs such as traffic, credit card capture, and loyalty conversion.

Managed a top-performing retail location, overseeing 3 managers and 17 sales associates. Hosted monthly visits from the Regional Operations Manager and periodic visits from home office personnel, providing comprehensive business information including KPIs, staffing levels, financial data, and recruitment strategies.

Responsible for creating visually appealing merchandise displays and maintaining store aesthetics. Collaborated with the sales team to ensure product presentation aligned with company standards and promotions.

Pioneered global talent acquisition strategies for IT, Crypto/Web3, and Blockchain roles, building specialized talent pools to meet unique partner requirements. Streamlined recruitment processes, significantly reducing time-to-hire while maintaining high-quality candidate matches and fostering strategic partnerships.

Managed a 50k sqft location with 39 employees, including coaching and training an HR manager on people management. Promoted to Operations Lead during company realignment, traveling to various stores to reinforce new company structures and train on onboarding, documentation, and employee review procedures.

Managed department operations, including sales performance, inventory management, and staff supervision. Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while fostering a positive work environment.

Pursued an MBA with a specialization in Human Resources Management, acquiring advanced skills in strategic HR practices. Focused on developing comprehensive strategies for people management and organizational development.

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree, focusing on Project Management and Fashion Marketing and Management. Gained foundational knowledge in project execution and marketing strategies within the fashion industry.