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Shana Gray

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Principal Talent Access Partner @ SharkNinja | Negotiation Mastery
Rolesville, North Carolina, United States

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  • SharkNinja
    Senior Talent Sourcer
    SharkNinja
    Feb 2026 - Current (9 months)
  • SharkNinja
    Principal Talent Access Partner
    SharkNinja
    Feb 2026 - Current (9 months)
  • SharkNinja
    Talent Access Partner
    SharkNinja
    Jun 2025 - Current (1 year 5 months)
    At SharkNinja, I specialize in connecting imaginative talent with roles that redefine consumer experiences. My focus on Creative and Marketing hiring allows me to drive impactful recruitment strategies that align with the company's innovative culture.
  • Betts Recruiting
    Fractional Recruiter
    Betts Recruiting
    Mar 2025 - Jul 2025 (5 months)
    Leveraged my network and sourcing expertise to identify qualified candidates for SDR, AE, CSM, Marketing Manager, and GTM leadership positions

    ✨ Passionate about building relationships, making meaningful matches, and helping candidates find roles where they can thrive.
  • Edelman
    Global Talent Attraction and Engagement Manager
    Edelman
    Aug 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 6 months)
    As a member of our Center of Excellence (COE) at Edelman, I spearheaded transformative projects in areas such as global sourcing and pipelining, future-facing talent pipelines, and global employer branding. These efforts significantly enhanced our ability to attract and retain top-tier talent in competitive markets.
    Global Sourcing and Pipelining: Developed and executed innovative talent sourcing strategies, resulting in an increase in pipeline efficiency and improved alignment of talent pools with business needs.
    Future-Facing Talent Pipeline: Established predictive talent models that proactively addressed workforce demands, reducing time-to-fill for critical roles.
    Employer Branding: Revitalized Edelman’s global employer br
  • Edelman
    Senior Manager Talent Acquisition
    Edelman
    Feb 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year 7 months)
    Spearheaded the development and implementation of Edelman's first-ever Global Talent Attraction and Engagement Service Offering, a transformative initiative aimed at revolutionizing the way we attract, engage, and retain top-tier talent worldwide.

    Managed Multi-Domain Recruitment: Orchestrated end-to-end recruitment for diverse domains including Health, Tech, B2B, and EGA sectors, while aligning with diversity and inclusion (DEI) objectives. Identified top talent, and executed tailored hiring strategies.

    Supported Workstreams: Partnered with DEI and University Relations workstreams to align recruitment with organizational priorities, fostering a culture of inclusivity and nurturing university talent pipelines.
  • Seven Talent
    Senior Sourcer (Contract)
    Seven Talent
    Sep 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 2 months)
    Expertly Sourced Talent: Leveraged advanced sourcing techniques and tools to identify and engage passive candidates across multiple industries, contributing to successful talent placement.

    Client Collaboration: Collaborated closely with clients to understand their unique talent needs, devised tailored sourcing strategies, and delivered high-quality candidate profiles.

    Provided Market Insights: Conducted in-depth market research to provide clients with valuable insights and trends, enabling informed decision-making in their talent acquisition processes.
  • Aquent
    Recruiter
    Aquent
    Aug 2017 - Jan 2020 (2 years 6 months)
    Managed Full-Cycle Recruitment: Oversaw full-cycle recruitment for creative and marketing professionals, from initial sourcing to final placement, ensuring clients' talent needs were met efficiently.

    Cultivated Candidate Relationships: Built and maintained relationships with candidates, provided career guidance, and facilitated professional development, resulting in long-term partnerships.

    Analyzed Talent Markets: Conducted ongoing analysis of the creative talent market to advise clients on competitive hiring strategies, ultimately supporting their business goals.
  • Creative Artists Agency
    Corporate Recruiter (Contract)
    Creative Artists Agency
    Feb 2017 - Aug 2017 (7 months)
    Specialized in Entertainment Industry Talent: Executed targeted recruitment in the entertainment industry, identifying talent across various roles and departments to meet the agency's unique needs.

    Managed Contractual Talent Acquisition: Successfully managed short-term, high-impact recruitment projects, ensuring timely fulfillment of talent requirements during peak demand periods.

    Maintained Candidate Relationships: Built rapport with candidates and maintained a talent pool, enhancing the agency's ability to quickly respond to changing talent demands.
  • Eleventh Hour
    Recruiting
    Eleventh Hour
    Mar 2016 - Jan 2017 (11 months)
    Leveraged Talent Sourcing and Assessment: Strategically sourced and assessed candidates for creative and marketing roles, aligning talent with clients' specific project needs.

    Collaborated with Clients: Collaborated closely with clients to understand their immediate staffing requirements, delivering on-demand talent solutions to meet project deadlines.

    Nurtured Talent Pipeline: Actively built and nurtured a pipeline of industry-specific talent, facilitating faster response times for clients' talent requests.
  • Age of Learning
    HR Generalist and Executive Assistant
    Age of Learning
    Nov 2014 - May 2015 (7 months)
    Provided Executive Support: Delivered comprehensive support to the CEO, managing calendars, travel, expenses, and serving as the primary point of contact between executive leadership, employees, and clients.

    Enhanced Administrative Processes: Streamlined executive processes, created quarterly board decks, and implemented best organizational practices to optimize executive efficiency.

    Managed Special Projects: Successfully managed special projects assigned by the executive team, demonstrating adaptability and a proactive approach to complex tasks.
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    Director Of Recruiting
    Chick Fil A Hollywood
    Jun 2013 - Nov 2014 (1 year 6 months)
    Led and Managed Teams: Led and managed a recruiting team, oversaw hiring processes, and ensured compliance with company policies and standards.

    Developed Talent Acquisition Strategies: Developed and executed recruitment strategies to attract and retain talent in the quick-service restaurant industry, contributing to the growth of the franchise.

    Cultural Alignment: Ensured candidates' alignment with Chick Fil A's unique culture and values, resulting in a cohesive and motivated team.
  • Brightwood College
    Career Services Advisor
    Brightwood College
    Nov 2012 - Jun 2013 (8 months)
    Employer Partnership Development: Cultivated and maintained relationships with companies to facilitate job placements and internship opportunities for students and graduates.

    Professional Development Workshops: Conducted workshops on resume building, interview preparation, and job search strategies to empower students and recent graduates in their job searches.

    Leveraged Social Media: Leveraged social media platforms as effective career and professional development tools to assist candidates in securing employment opportunities.
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  • Virginia Commonwealth University  School of Business
    Bachelor's of Science, Finance, Finance
    Virginia Commonwealth University School of Business
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
    Bachelors of Science, Finance, Finance
    Virginia Commonwealth University
    Bachelors of Science in Finance
  • Harvard Business School Online
    Certificate, Negotiation Mastery: Unlocking Value in the Real World, Negotiation Mastery: Unlocking Value in the Real Wo
    Harvard Business School Online
    Equipped with the skills to close deals that might otherwise be deadlocked, maximize value in the agreements I reach, and resolve differences before they escalate into costly conflicts.
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