Michael Thore

Talent Acquisition Leader
Seattle, US.

About

Dynamic Talent Acquisition Leader with over a decade of experience, including 5+ years managing high-performing technical recruiting teams in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Proven expertise in scaling global talent acquisition functions, driving diversity initiatives, and implementing data-driven strategies that align recruiting efforts with key business objectives. Adept at enhancing candidate experiences and building scalable, efficient processes to consistently achieve ambitious hiring goals.

Work

Nortal
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Head of Talent Acquisition, Americas

Remote, Americas, US

Summary

Led comprehensive technical recruiting efforts across North and Latin America, collaborating with executive leadership to align talent acquisition strategies with long-term organizational growth.

Highlights

Directed technical recruiting across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, successfully staffing critical roles to support regional expansion.

Collaborated with executive leadership to align hiring strategies, ensuring talent acquisition efforts directly supported immediate and long-term organizational goals.

Designed and implemented data-driven recruiting workflows, improving time-to-hire by 30% and significantly enhancing overall candidate quality.

Mentored and developed a diverse team of recruiters, fostering career growth and improving retention rates.

Drove cross-functional collaboration between talent acquisition and people strategy teams, enhancing scalability and operational efficiency.

Enhanced employer branding strategies, increasing candidate engagement and application rates by 25%.

Nortal
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Head of Talent Acquisition, Global Engineering

Remote, Global, US

Summary

Directed a global team of 12 recruiters, specializing in technical talent acquisition for engineering roles and optimizing hiring processes worldwide.

Highlights

Directed a global team of 12 recruiters, successfully filling technical engineering roles across multiple regions.

Simplified and standardized validation processes, reducing inefficiencies and significantly improving candidate experience.

Partnered with engineering leadership to refine hiring profiles and build talent pipelines aligned with product roadmaps and future business needs.

Introduced and tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) for team performance, including time-to-hire, offer acceptance rates, and diversity metrics, driving continuous improvement.

Nortal
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Director of Talent Acquisition, Americas

Remote, Americas, US

Summary

Led talent acquisition for the Americas region, expanding the team and establishing new development centers while championing diversity and inclusion.

Highlights

Grew the U.S.-based talent acquisition team from 2 to 7 members, including sourcers and recruiters, to support rapid organizational expansion.

Led successful recruiting efforts for a new development center in Guadalajara, Mexico, ensuring critical talent acquisition for market entry.

Partnered with cross-functional leaders to develop and execute a comprehensive two-year workforce plan, anticipating future talent needs.

Personally hired key executives and technical leaders, including a Chief Growth Officer and senior engineers, directly impacting leadership strength.

Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, achieving a 20% increase in underrepresented talent and improving team representation.

Talent Network - Seattle
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Founder & Managing Partner

Seattle, WA, US

Summary

Founded and scaled a boutique recruitment agency specializing in executive and technical placements across diverse industries, driving talent acquisition strategies and emphasizing diversity.

Highlights

Built and scaled a boutique recruitment agency, achieving successful executive and technical placements across technology, marketing, and design sectors.

Partnered closely with hiring managers to define precise hiring needs, develop comprehensive job descriptions, and identify ideal candidate profiles.

Successfully placed numerous executive-level talents across multiple industries, enhancing leadership teams for diverse clients.

Designed and executed targeted sourcing strategies to attract top talent, consistently emphasizing diversity and inclusion outcomes.

West Monroe Partners
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Sr. Manager, West Coast Talent Acquisition

Remote, West Coast, US

Summary

Managed comprehensive recruiting operations for multiple West Coast offices, focusing on technology, digital transformation, and operational excellence.

Highlights

Managed recruiting operations for multiple West Coast offices, successfully hiring across technology, digital transformation, and operational excellence domains.

Developed and implemented standardized processes, significantly improving overall hiring efficiency and candidate experience.

Fostered strong collaboration among hiring managers, aligning recruiting strategies directly with business objectives to meet talent needs.

Filter Digital
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Director of Strategic Search

Remote, Nationwide, US

Summary

Built and led a nationwide team focused on executive and technical leadership hiring, developing comprehensive strategies to attract top-tier talent.

Highlights

Built and led a nationwide team specializing in executive and technical leadership hiring, achieving significant placements.

Developed comprehensive hiring strategies tailored to diverse client needs, ensuring optimal cultural and professional fit for candidates.

Partnered with senior leaders to enhance the employer brand, successfully attracting and securing top-tier talent.

Volunteer

Central Washington University
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Advisory Board Member

Ellensburg, WA, United States of America

Summary

Served on the Advisory Board for Central Washington University, providing industry expertise to ensure curriculum relevance for graduates.

Highlights

Contributed as an Advisory Board member, ensuring Central Washington University's courses were commercially relevant for graduates from 2014-2024.

Skills

Talent Acquisition & Leadership

Full-Cycle Recruiting, Executive Recruiting, Technical Recruiting Leadership, Talent Development & Mentorship.

Strategic HR & Operations

Diversity & Inclusion Strategies, Data-Driven Recruiting Metrics, Workforce Planning, Process Optimization, Stakeholder Management, Employer Branding.