Melissa Fuhrer

About Melissa Fuhrer

Hi There! At work, I am a relationship-driven extravert with a passion for organization, details, DEI, communication and consistent results. I offer two decades of leadership, organization, and operational excellence representing SaaS companies, fintech, healthcare and global brands. With managerial courage, passion, and integrity, I am committed to working with a team to achieve success in the industry. Technology & Healthcare Talent Acquisition is my jam!#FinderofKeepers #OrganizationBuilder #CulturePromoterAt home, I enjoy dabbling in photography, interior design, exploring wine country and hiking with my husband and dogs Pliny & Daisy.

Experience

1. Lead Recruiter

   BrightStar Care

   Jul 2024 — Present

   Lead full-cycle recruitment, ensuring timely and quality placements across 13 locations in 4 states.~ Develop and implement proactive recruiting strategies, aligned with best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.~ Champion employer branding initiatives to maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates.Partner with hiring managers and HR to understand staffing needs and deliver effective recruitment solutions.~ Manage a team of 7 Recruiters and 3 TA Coordinators.~ Uses ADP ATS and Indeed for sourcing.Results: 95% close rate, 10-day average time-to-fill.

Education

• Portland Community College

  Assoc., Business Marketing

  2000 — 2002

• George Fox University

  Business Marketing

  1999 — 2003

Skills

• Customer Service
• Merchandising
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Photography
• Project Management
• Event Planning
• Inventory Management
• Retail
• Commercial Construction
• Management
• Public Speaking
• Process Improvement
• Marketing
• Commercial Real Estate
• Facebook
• Visual Merchandising
• Training
• Promotions
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Social Media
• Project Coordination
• Leadership
• Project Planning