Abbey Fortney

About Abbey Fortney

Innovative, strategic and solutions-oriented Talent Acquisition leader and HR professional with 15+ years of demonstrated success. Passionate and tenacious recruiter with rare combination of account management and graphic design experience who believes recruiting is so much more than just filling a role, it\'s building teams and inspiring others. Ability to provide leadership to internal and external teams. Seasoned in all aspects of talent acquisition with extensive experience within the marketing and creative space. Project management and integrity are strong team recognized attributes.Blended Talent Acquisition and HR Generalist with ability to wear many hats. Worked in both small, independent shops to large pubic agencies under holding company models. Covering multiple markets and servicing employee base ranging from 300 - HR specialties include Talent Management, Onboarding/Orientation, Learning & Development, Compensation Strategies, Performance Management and Talent Acquisition. My passion - building strong teams and enhancing culture within the organization.

Experience

1. Senior Director, Talent

   Avōq

   Jan 2026 — Present · Washington, DC, US

Education

• Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Graphic Design

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Social Media Marketing
• Brochures
• Brand Development
• Time Management
• Layout
• Temporary Placement
• Marketing
• Creative Direction
• Graphic Design
• Account Management
• Branding & Identity
• Temporary Staffing
• Internet Recruiting
• Logo Design
• Recruiting
• Direct Mail
• Permanent Placement
• Sales
• Online Advertising
• Pre-Press
• Cold Calling
• Email Marketing
• Advertising
• Graphics
• Project Management
• Copywriting
• Web Design