Kennedy S. Ward
Senior Recruiter @ OpenGov | Building High-Performing Sales Teams
- Role
- Senior Recruiter at OpenGov Inc.
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kennedy S. Ward
Impact-driven Senior Recruiter with 5+ years of full-cycle experience, currently focused on hiring high-performing Sales talent (SDRs and AEs) at OpenGov. Partner closely with GTM leadership to build and scale teams in a high-growth SaaS environment, balancing both high-volume hiring and strategic, niche searches. Experienced in managing pipeline health, prioritization, and hiring outcomes through data-driven recruiting practices. Known for proactive sourcing, strong candidate calibration, and delivering talent that aligns with both performance expectations and long-term team success. Trusted partner to hiring managers, bringing a thoughtful, consultative approach to building high-impact sales organizations.
Experience
Senior Recruiter
Mar 2026 — Present · Chicago, IL, US
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor's degree, Journalism w/ Minors in Business and Black Studies
2014 — 2019
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