Teri Pendland

About Teri Pendland

Inspiring, people-driven talent acquisition and workforce strategy leader with deep experience transforming how organizations attract, hire, develop, and retain talent across Fortune 500, nonprofit, and start-up environments—both in-house and through provider partnerships. I specialize in enterprise Talent Acquisition leadership, recruiting operations, skills-first hiring, and designing scalable workforce solutions that improve experience, strengthen diversity, and accelerate business outcomes.Recognized as a thought leader in HR and TA transformation, I bring proven success in modernizing recruiting processes, optimizing workforce ecosystems (FTE, contingent, and contract), enhancing candidate and hiring manager experience, and leading high-volume and executive hiring strategies.I’m passionate about lifelong learning, building inclusive and high-performing teams, expanding career pathway access for STARs and underrepresented talent, and championing the human experience in the world of work. I’m known for using data, insights, and responsible technology to drive decisions, elevate performance, and deliver measurable outcomes in quality, efficiency, and engagement.A trusted systems-thinking partner and advisor, I influence across HR, business leadership, and the C-suite—drawing on deep business acumen in sales, marketing, product, and $100M+ P&L leadership. I model authenticity, trust, and new ways of working while building capabilities and cultures and thrive in dynamic, growth focused environments.Areas of Expertise: Talent Acquisition Leadership | Recruiting Operations | Workforce Strategy | Skills-First Inclusive Hiring | Inclusive Hiring | TA Technology & Workday | Employer Brand | Talent Attraction | Executive Search | High-Volume Hiring | Change Leadership | Strategic Partnerships | Data & Insights | Organizational Transformation | People Leadership | P&L Management | C-Suite Partnership | Contingent Workforce Strategy (CWS)| Vendor Management | MSP/RPO Partnerships

Experience

1. Future Skills Board Member Advisor

   General Assembly

   Jan 2026 — Present

   As a member of General Assembly\'s Future Skills Board, I am enabling enterprises and students for a fast-moving future of work and helping GA build best-in-class curricula, so that every person has the skills they need to succeed. The landscape of work is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements, global shifts, and changing societal needs. GA is a global pioneer in tech training and talent solutions focusing on the most relevant and in-demand skills across AI, data, UX design, business, and technology. GA is committed to closing the global tech skills gap through award-winning best-in-class instruction and innovative opportunities across diverse communities. GA works with students online and in person across the globe, and partners with top employers to help companies source, assess, and transform talent.

Education

• Lubar College of Business

  Executive Leadership Program

• The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business

  Executive Leadership Program

• Iowa State University

  Bachelor of Science

Skills

• Staffing Services
• Human Resources
• Event Management
• Sales Process
• Marketing
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Vendor Management
• Temporary Placement
• Product Marketing
• Executive Management
• Outsourcing
• Enterprise Software
• Sales Management
• Channel Partners
• Training
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• Strategy
• Leadership
• Talent Analytics
• Temporary Staffing
• Sourcing
• P&L Management
• Public Speaking
• Strategy Implementation
• Sales
• Healthcare
• Business Development
• Executive Search
• Talent Acquisition
• Social Media
• Strategic Planning
• Leadership Development
• Account Management
• Managed Services
• Workforce Planning
• Change Management
• Hiring
• Business Process Improvement
• Product Management