Mendie Hawkes

About Mendie Hawkes

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner/Recruiter with over 22 years of experience, I specialize in full life cycle recruiting across diverse industries, particularly in renewables and transportation/logistics. My passion lies in problem-solving and connecting with top-tier talent, while nurturing a diverse pipeline for future opportunities.I excel in talent management, interviewing, and customer-focused HR, with a strong emphasis on effective communication and onboarding. A key aspect of my role is building relationships with management, candidates, and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and collaboration throughout the hiring process. My experience in digital sourcing, honed over a decade of remote work, enables me to optimize processes and foster positive connections.I thrive in networking events and am dedicated to upholding sensitive information throughout the recruitment process. My methodical and detail-oriented approach has consistently been valued in driving the growth and vision of forward-thinking organizations.

Experience

1. HR Manager

   Interactive Experience Unleashed

   Nov 2025 — Present · Myrtle Beach, SC, US

   At Interactive Experience Unleashed, I support both the people and operational sides of the business, blending HR leadership, recruiting strategy, payroll coordination, and retail operations into one cohesive role. I played a key part in the company’s transition and rebranding, ensuring continuity across HR systems, compliance processes, and day‑to‑day operations. My work centers on building strong employee experiences, maintaining compliance, optimizing workflows, and supporting the organization through rapid change and growth.

Education

• ACADIANA HIGH SCHOOL

  General Studies

Skills

• Transportation
• Logistics Management
• Trucking
• Freight
• Truckload Shipping
• Transportation Management
• Ltl
• Truckload