Sidney Fagan

About Sidney Fagan

I’m a results-driven Talent Acquisition Leader specializing in Executive and Leadership recruiting with a proven track record of placing senior leaders who drive transformation and growth. With deep experience in both corporate and external search, I operate at the intersection of strategy, insight, and influence. I’ve led high-impact executive searches across industries, built internal search capabilities, and delivered nearly $6M in cost avoidance while elevating the candidate experience and strengthening employer brands.I’m passionate about building diverse leadership pipelines, advising senior stakeholders, and aligning talent strategy with long-term business goals. Whether leading a team, optimizing process, or mapping future-ready talent, I thrive in fast-paced, complex environments where discretion, insight, and business acumen matter. I have a bachelor’s degree from the University of the South (Sewanee) and I had an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF).Specialties: I have built solid relationships throughout my career with clients and candidates in particular. I thoroughly enjoy working with those in the job market and playing a part in assisting them in achieving their own career goals- Senior Talent Acquisition/Executive Recruitment - Lead the Talent Acquisition Team- Project Manager - Ability to Identify, Assess and Attract Passive Talent - Aggressive and well-trained Talent Acquisition Leader that excels in executive recruitment - LinkedIn Consultant : Coach to Executives/Users on Consulting Basis

Experience

1. Executive Recruiting Leader

   BECU

   Aug 2023 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Established and built the executive search function at BECU, significantly reducing Board reliance on external search firms. Became a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership, driving strategic alignment on hiring, talent management, and succession planning- Design and lead enterprise-wide executive recruiting strategy, reducing external search firm usage by 90% and increasing time-to-fill efficiency- Partner with senior leaders across the organization to hire high-impact talent into VP+ roles, with a focus on diversity and market relevance- Implement data-driven recruiting insights and talent mapping to proactively build pipeline and succession strategies- Mentors a high-performing internal executive search team known for white-glove delivery and trusted advisory- Spearhead strategic partnerships to drive diverse slates, inclusive processes, and accountable hiring practices.

Education

• The University of the South

  Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government

  1997 — 2001

Skills

• HR Consulting
• Government
• Business Development
• Recruiting
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Leadership Development
• Onboarding
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Program Management
• Automotive
• Defense
• Politics
• Industrial Engineering
• Leadership
• Due Diligence
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Change Management
• Sourcing
• Employee Engagement
• Private Equity
• Acquisition Integration
• Management Consulting
• Business Strategy
• Talent Acquisition
• Project Management
• Organizational Design
• Executive Search
• Human Resources
• Talent Management
• Executive Coaching
• Organizational Development
• Performance Management
• Energy
• Customer Service
• Strategy
• Succession Planning
• Mergers
• Contract Negotiation
• Start-Ups