Blessing Okon

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ABOUT BLESSING OKON

As a Talent Acquisition Leader, I specialize in designing and executing scalable, high impact hiring strategies that drive business growth and workforce transformation. With over 12 years of global experience in talent acquisition, employer branding, and workforce planning, I partner with executives and business leaders to build agile, data-driven talent strategies that align with organizational objectives.Currently at Lumentum, I focus on optimizing recruitment operations, enhancing candidate pipelines, and leveraging AI-driven hiring solutions to ensure we attract and retain top-tier talent in competitive markets. By integrating recruitment analytics, AI-driven talent intelligence, and process automation, I help organizations reduce time-to-fill, improve quality of hire, and elevate the overall candidate experience.My expertise spans: Strategic workforce planning—aligning talent strategies with business growth Global talent acquisition—building high-performing teams across diverse markets Employer branding & DEI—driving inclusive hiring strategies that strengthen culture Technology & AI in hiring—leveraging Workday, HiredScore AI, and recruitment analytics for predictive hiringAs an SPHR & SHRM-SCP-certified leader, I bring a forward-thinking approach to talent transformation, succession planning, and leadership pipeline development. My passion lies in building future-ready talent functions that not only meet hiring demands but also proactively shape the workforce of tomorrow.