April Shepard
Talent Acquisition, Head of GTM for Cisco & Splunk, HR/Marketing/Comms, & Director Plus Recruiting at Cisco | Folsom, California, United States
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April Shepard is a seasoned leader in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources, currently serving as the Head of Sales and Director Plus Recruiting at Cisco. With over 15 years of experience in the technology and retail sectors, April has honed her expertise in strategically aligning talent acquisition efforts with business objectives, ensuring that Cisco attracts and retains top-tier talent across its diverse operations.
In her role overseeing Sales Recruiting, April leads a dynamic team of over 30 recruiters dedicated to fulfilling the hiring strategies for Cisco's Sales Organization across Latin America, Canada, and the broader Americas region. Her leadership is pivotal in driving the recruitment process, from identifying high-potential candidates to executing effective hiring strategies that align with Cisco’s growth ambitions. April’s commitment to fostering a first-class recruiting environment not only enhances the candidate experience but also strengthens Cisco’s position as an employer of choice in the competitive tech landscape.
Additionally, as the leader of the Director Plus Recruiting team, April is responsible for end-to-end recruitment across critical functions, including Engineering, Sales, and Customer & Partner Experience. Her ability to leverage analytical skills and performance management techniques ensures that the recruitment process is both efficient and effective, yielding high-quality hires that contribute to Cisco’s innovative culture. With a strong foundation in marketing and IT service management, April is adept at utilizing applicant tracking systems and new business development strategies to optimize recruitment outcomes. Her multifaceted approach to talent acquisition not only supports Cisco's strategic goals but also cultivates a diverse and inclusive workforce that drives organizational success.
Talent Acquisition, Head of GTM for Cisco & Splunk, HR/Marketing/Comms, & Director Plus Recruiting at Cisco in December 2024 to Present
Talent Acquisition, Head of Sales & Director Plus Recruiting at Cisco in November 2023 to December 2024
Talent Acquisition, Head of Sales & Marketing- Americas at Cisco in March 2022 to November 2023
Head of Talent Acquisition at Central Garden & Pet in January 2021 to January 2022
Sr. Director Executive Recruiting & Employment Branding at Dollar General in June 2020 to June 2021
Sr. Director of Executive Recruiting/TA & Human Resources at Dollar General in March 2018 to June 2020
Director of Executive Recruiting/TA & Human Resources at Dollar General in January 2013 to March 2018
Corporate Vice President/Talent Acquisition (Executive Staffing Firm) at Culver Careers in January 2000 to February 2013
Regional Vice President at Culver Careers in March 2006 to March 2009
Sr. Managing Director at Culver Careers in January 2003 to March 2006
Managing Director at Culver Careers in September 2001 to January 2003
Branch Development Manager at Culver Careers in September 2000 to September 2001
Recruiter/Trainer at Culver Careers in January 2000 to September 2000
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Capella University, Bachelor of Science (B.S) Business Administration
California State University-Sacramento, Business Administration
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Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
Succession Planning
Recruiting
Executive Search
Onboarding
Sales Management
Screening
Sales Process
Permanent Placement
College Recruiting
Marketing
Hiring
Business Development
Technical Recruiting
Software Industry
IT Service Management
Competitive Analysis
Benefits Negotiation
Professional Services
Software Engineering
IT Recruitment
Corporate Branding
Strategy
Internet Recruiting
Applicant Tracking Systems
SaaS
Enterprise Software
Talent Management
Training
Leadership
Management
Cold Calling
Coaching
Organizational Development
Executive Management
Building Relationships
Strategic Partnerships
Cross-functional Team Leadership
New Business Development
Networking
Sales Recruitment
Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
Collaborative Leadership
Employee Relations
Performance Management
Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)
Change Management
Analytical Skills
Communication
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April Shepard works for Cisco
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April Shepard is Talent Acquisition, Head of GTM for Cisco & Splunk, HR/Marketing/Comms, & Director Plus Recruiting
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