Maria Huicochea
Branch Manager | Matching Talent with Career Opportunities | Growing High-Performing Teams
- Role
- Branch Manager - Team Leader at AppleOne Employment Services
- Location
- Irvine, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Maria Huicochea
As a Branch Manager with 13 years experience in the staffing industry, I am driven to…
Experience
Branch Manager - Team Leader
Sep 2012 — Present · Orange County, CA, US
AppleOne Employment Services is a full-service staffing solutions organization, providing clients with temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire solutions that drive productivity and profitability. At the same time, we offer candidates meaningful job opportunities that align with their skills and goals. AppleOne is a proud member of the Act-1 Group of Companies.As a Branch Manager, I am responsible for growing, managing, and leading a team of staffing professionals while also building lasting partnerships with clients and candidates. I am a firm believer in “clients for life” and focus on creating consultative, results-driven solutions that meet hiring goals and strengthen long-term business success.My role blends business development, recruiting strategy, and leadership, allowing me to make an impact on multiple levels:Leadership & Team Development-Coach, mentor, and develop a team of recruiters and staffing associates to exceed KPIs and deliver outstanding client results-Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning-Lead by example through consistent prospecting, client visits, and performance trackingAccount Management-Strategically identify, prospect, and secure new client partnerships-Negotiate service agreements and establish long-term business relationships-Consistently meet and exceed branch sales and performance quotas-Provide personalized staffing strategies to help clients improve productivity and retentionRecruiting & Talent Solutions-Recruit top candidates through social media, referrals, networking, and career platforms-Conduct thorough screening, interviewing, and reference checks to ensure strong client matches-Deliver resume support, interview prep, and career coaching to empower job seekers-Support clients and candidates through the full recruitment cycle, ensuring an excellent experience for both
Education
California State University-Fullerton
Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing
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