Yira Martinez-Riddell
Talent Acquisition Leader | Building Engaged, High-Performing Teams | People-First Hiring Strategy
- Role
- Talent Acquisition Manager at Larson Gross
- Location
- Marysville, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Yira Martinez-Riddell
I’m a Senior Talent Acquisition Leader with a passion for building engaged, high-performing teams that drive mission-driven organizations forward.With over a decade of full-cycle recruiting experience across creative, technical, operational, and leadership roles, I specialize in sourcing exceptional talent, strengthening candidate experiences, and creating sustainable, people-first hiring strategies. I love partnering with leadership teams to design hiring practices that not only meet business needs but also support vibrant, purpose-centered workplace cultures.Known for my strategic mindset, collaborative approach, and consistent results (90%+ offer acceptance rates), I am committed to empowering organizations through thoughtful growth — connecting the right people to the right opportunities at the right time.I believe that recruiting is more than filling roles — it’s about shaping communities where individuals can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and grow.Let’s build something remarkable together.
Experience
Talent Acquisition Manager
Aug 2023 — Present · Bellingham, WA, US
Lead full-cycle recruitment for experienced and leadership roles across departments including Tax, Assurance, IT, HR, and Marketing.Co-led and co-designed the High School Career Experience Program to strengthen early talent pipelines and community outreach.Partner with Employee Engagement and Onboarding teams to enhance internal hiring experience, culture alignment, and retention.Developed scalable hiring manager toolkits and training resources to improve interview consistency.Collaborate with leadership on workforce planning strategies to support long-term organizational growth and succession readiness.Contribute to talent branding efforts to attract value-aligned professionals to a people-first, purpose-driven firm.
Education
International Academy of Design and Technology (IADT)
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Interior Design
International Reiki Organization
Reiki Practitioner and Master Certification
Skills
- Temporary Placement
- Hiring
- Leadership
- Recruiting
- Staffing Services
- Human Resources
- Customer Service
- Temporary Staffing
- Payroll
- Interviews
- Management
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Microsoft Word
- Outlook
- Internet Recruiting
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