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		<title>NetVu is seeking an Executive Director</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 02:59:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Education, Networking, and Advocacy. These are the cornerstone of NetVU’s mission! NetVU is a unique organization because its very foundation—as well as its reason for being—is insurance agents volunteering to help their fellow agents. NetVU was created by independent insurance agents to help their fellow Vertafore system users run and grow their agencies in a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Education, Networking, and Advocacy.<br />
</strong><strong>These are the cornerstone of NetVU’s mission!</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.netvu.org" target="_blank">NetVU</a> is a unique organization because its very foundation—as well as its reason for being—is insurance agents volunteering to help their fellow agents. NetVU was created by independent insurance agents to help their fellow Vertafore system users run and grow their agencies in a more efficient manner through business technology.  NetVU’s success is driven by volunteer members and talented NetVU staff who believe that these efficiencies can best be achieved through collaboration with each other, with Vertafore, with our insurance carriers, and with other industry vendors and groups. We all are born wanting to make a difference and to impact the world in some positive way. NetVU’s past leadership and all the thousands of volunteers who have come together within NetVU have made that kind of difference. Their commitment, their guidance and their passion have made the industry stronger, have made independent agents more successful, and have empowered tens of thousands of users throughout the country. NetVU’s thriving, successful membership is the legacy of NetVU’s volunteers—and the insurance industry is much better because they took the time to make a difference. It is with great pleasure that we kick off our newest search engagement to find the Executive Director for NetVU. <em>Position is located in Irving (Dallas), Texas, and local candidates are preferred.<span id="more-400"></span></em></p>
<p>You will be expected to:</p>
<p>• Be a dynamic leader&#8211;this is the senior leadership role at NetVU<br />
• Have a passion for the mission<br />
• Provide overall leadership for the organization by managing the staff and volunteers of NetVU through the execution of short and long range plans<br />
• Maintain strong working relationships with Vertafore management and staff<br />
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with staff, with volunteers, with Vertafore, with sponsorship partners, and with all other relevant industry groups<br />
• Possess a proven and successful track record as a senior executive building and driving a first rate organization<br />
• Have a strong knowledge in the area of large volunteer-driven, membership based organizations<br />
• Manage the finances of the organization<br />
• Be a strong advocate for the needs of NetVU members with various industry groups</p>
<p>Think this job was made for you? Contact <a href="mailto:gina@dynamorecruiting.com" target="_blank">Gina Peckman at Dynamo Recruiting</a></p>
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		<title>Announcing Tobias Hartmann, VP of International Business for Play Network</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:36:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dynamo Recruiting and Big Wave Recruiting are pleased to announce that PlayNetwork has appointed TOBIAS HARTMANN as Vice President of International Business! Appointment Advances PlayNetwork Leadership in Delivering Customized Music and Video Entertainment to Businesses Worldwide Big Wave Recruiting and Dynamo Recruiting had the pleasure of working with PlayNetwork in their search for a new [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dynamo Recruiting and Big Wave Recruiting are pleased to announce that PlayNetwork has appointed TOBIAS HARTMANN as Vice President of International Business! Appointment Advances PlayNetwork Leadership in Delivering Customized Music and Video Entertainment to Businesses Worldwide Big Wave Recruiting and Dynamo Recruiting had the pleasure of working with PlayNetwork in their search for a new Vice President of International Business, and we are thrilled that they have added Tobias Hartmann to their team!</p>
<p>Below is the recent press release, detailing the appointment: Redmond, Wash. &#8211; November 17, 2011 -</p>
<p>PlayNetwork, producers of unrivaled media experiences for the world’s top brands, today announced that Tobias Hartmann has joined the company as Vice President of International Services. Hartmann will continue the development of PlayNetwork’s global strategy as the company expands its presence and depth of services throughout all major territories worldwide. The appointment of Hartmann builds on PlayNetwork’s commitment to provide local and regional client support to its rapidly growing list of global clients. With an extensive network of local solution providers and key partners, PlayNetwork provides centralized support of audio/visual initiatives for more than 75,000 media subscribers across 70 countries.  “With a demonstrated track record of global brand development and financial results, Tobi will play an integral role in bringing PlayNetwork to new markets internationally,” said Craig Hubbell, EVP of Global Sales and Creative Services. “His ambition and passion for his work makes him an ideal choice to lead our continued expansion efforts.” Hartmann brings more than 20 years of sales and business development experience throughout the global business landscape. Prior to joining PlayNetwork, Hartmann was founder of FC Sonoma and a Managing Director for LexisNexis. Hartmann speaks five languages and holds two masters degrees in business administration and international affairs. “PlayNetwork’s ability to help businesses manage their brand through music and video media solutions everywhere in the world is inspiring,” said Hartmann.  “I’m honored to be joining such a talented group of people.” For more information abour PlayNetwork, please visit <a href="http://www.playnetwork.com.Congratulations">www.playnetwork.com.</a></p>
<p>Congratulations to both PlayNetwork and Tobias!</p>
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		<title>HR Communications Manager &#8211; Portland, OR</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:32:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Con-way Enterprise Services is  adding an HR Communications Manager This role is embedded in the HR department to assist in planning, developing and executing employee communications related to Total Rewards and other Human Resources initiatives. Use an audience focused, metric-based, strategic approach to develop and deploy clear, consistent and relevant content internally through effective and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Con-way Enterprise Services is  adding an HR Communications Manager</strong></p>
<p>This role is embedded in the HR department to assist in planning, developing and executing employee communications related to Total Rewards and other Human Resources initiatives. Use an audience focused, metric-based, strategic approach to develop and deploy clear, consistent and relevant content internally through effective and efficient communication channels. Create employee communications that raise awareness and increase understanding so employees take an active role in all employee programs.  This position is responsible for managing the HR communications process, not managing a team of people.</p>
<p>• Provide strategic communications counsel to and partner with HR senior leadership team to remain current on challenges and opportunities affecting the company and its employees<br />
• Make recommendations on how to best frame and position key issues utilizing strategic communications approaches and vehicles<br />
• Develop, maintain, measure and use continual improvement on new communication mediums<br />
• Support executive communications on HR communications issues as needed through speech writing and research<br />
• Manage Total Rewards website content , including all legally required communications<br />
• Manage key HR-related internal events<br />
• Ensure the alignment of internal communications with external communications messaging and strategies<br />
• Execute the highest levels of quality, adhering to corporate identity guidelines, project cost estimates and finished product distribution commitments to enterprise customers<br />
• Provide internal communications counsel to HR business leaders on emerging, confidential and time-sensitive issues<br />
• Work closely with senior business leaders, human resources, and total rewards teams<br />
• Monitor and contribute to the organization&#8217;s competitive edge by developing and executing best in class strategies</p>
<p><strong>Requirements Knowledge, Skills &amp; Ability:</strong><br />
• Bachelor&#8217;s degree in communications or related field<br />
• Minimum of 8 years organizational communications experience demonstrating increasing scope and influence in a corporate environment<br />
• Advanced project management experience<br />
• Proven HR writing and editing skills for both print and electronic mediums<br />
• Proven metrics-based communications results<br />
• Demonstrated experience managing web portal content and design and managing multiple communication channels<br />
• Flexibility, multi-tasking, comfort working in a matrixed environment<br />
• Strong change management communications skills</p>
<p>Apply to:  <a href="mailto:chris@bigwave.com" target="_blank">Chris Englin, Big Wave Recruiting</a></p>
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		<title>Calico Energy Services searches for VP of Sales</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:18:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Calico Energy Services is looking for our first VP of Sales. Calico Energy Services was founded in 2009 by a group of seasoned energy, enterprise software, and business automation professionals. From the Company’s inception, our vision has been to redefine the way the world delivers and consumes energy. Calico was formed with a strong set [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Calico Energy Services is looking for our first VP of Sales.</strong></p>
<p>Calico Energy Services was founded in 2009 by a group of seasoned energy, enterprise software, and business automation professionals. From the Company’s inception, our vision has been to redefine the way the world delivers and consumes energy. Calico was formed with a strong set of core values that enables the Company to maintain a leadership position in the industry and deliver the highest level of commitment to our customers.</p>
<p>Leveraging our team’s experience, Calico developed its visionary software platform, the Energy Intelligence Suite™ to provide our utility and power provider customers with an award-winning software service and a broad set of energy management applications and services. These include energy data aggregation and analytics; command and control; demand side management; and intuitive technologies that engage customers in reducing energy use.<span id="more-388"></span></p>
<p><strong>Vision</strong>: Redefine the way the world delivers and consumes energy</p>
<p><strong>Values:</strong> Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Diversity, Leadership, Attitude, Fun</p>
<p><strong>History:</strong> Deep knowledge of the energy industry, enterprise technology development, business automation, engineering excellence, architecture, integration, management, market growth, capitalization, and M&amp;A</p>
<p><strong>Focus:</strong>  Flexibility, Insight, Control, Impact</p>
<p>The Vice President of Sales, reporting to the President, will be a key member of the senior management team expected to maximize revenue growth by leading and inspiring the Sales organizations. You will plan and implement all Sales, both direct and indirect channel sales.  This is a technology, enterprise level sales process, and as such we require that proven experience selling into utilities.</p>
<p><strong>Job functions</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>         Implement world class best practices for a high growth Sales organization in the technology sector</li>
<li>         Develop and implement strategic sales plans, forecasts and performance goals to achieve corporate sales objectives</li>
<li>         Develop and manage sales operating budgets and personnel</li>
<li>         Achieve targeted sales growth rates while operating within the operating budget</li>
<li>         Build indirect sales channels including resellers, VAR’s, and SI’s.</li>
<li>         Manage proper and insightful dashboards, metrics, and reports showing critical success factors including sales pipeline, bookings, key sales activity, lead generation, and other key areas of the operation</li>
<li>         Review and analyze sales performance against programs, quotes and plans to determine effectiveness</li>
<li>         Demonstrate ability to lead sales teams toward terrific results</li>
<li>         Execute on targeted lead generation programs that achieve terrific financial returns</li>
<li>         Recommend product feature sets, positioning, packaging, and pricing strategies to produce the highest possible long-term market share</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>         Degree in marketing or business, MBA preferred</li>
<li>         A minimum of 10 years directly related experience in technology companies with progressive senior sales management responsibilities</li>
<li>         Proven track record in a high growth technology company (software, hardware appliance, or software on demand) as a senior sales executive where you have demonstrated the ability to grow both direct sales and channel sales using world class sales best practices</li>
<li>         Proven expertise building, growing and accelerating an enterprise level sales organization</li>
<li>         Proven management track record including recruitment, employee selection and development to achieve company goals and objectives</li>
<li>         Demonstrated in-depth experience building indirect sales channels including resellers and system integrators</li>
<li>         Sound metrics driven sales and marketing processes and techniques with sound financial principals</li>
<li>         Proven senior management team experience</li>
<li>         Ability to effectively communicate orally or in written form with all levels of management, as well as internal and external customers</li>
<li>         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li>
<li>         Familiarity with commercial and industrial energy management is a plus</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>If you are a world class VP of Sales, welcome to a different kind of experience. Intelligent. Honest. Flexible.</p>
<p>Please contact us at either of the email addresses below. We look forward to hearing from you! <a href="mailto:gina@dynamorecruiting.comkirsten@dynamorecruiting.com">gina@dynamorecruiting.com</a></p>
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		<title>MorphoTrak Seeks HR Manager (Federal Way)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:01:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MorphoTrak is the world leader in multibiometric technologies for fingerprint, iris and facial recognition, and an acknowledged expert in identification systems. Its solutions meet a wide range of security needs for people, companies and governments worldwide, including identity management, personal rights for residents and travelers, physical access to airports or other high-value sites, and logical [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><a href="http://www.seattleexecutiverecruiting.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/MorphoTrak2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-374" title="MorphoTrak" src="http://www.seattleexecutiverecruiting.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/MorphoTrak2-300x52.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="52" /></a></strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.morphotrak.com" target="_blank">MorphoTrak</a></strong> is the world leader in multibiometric technologies for fingerprint, iris and facial recognition, and an acknowledged expert in identification systems. Its solutions meet a wide range of security needs for people, companies and governments worldwide, including identity management, personal rights for residents and travelers, physical access to airports or other high-value sites, and logical access, either online or via secure terminals.<br />
<em>MorphoTrak reports to its global parent Morpho (formerly Sagem Securite), an international company with offices worldwide.<span id="more-369"></span></em></p>
<p><strong>POSITION:</strong> <strong>HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER</strong><br />
<strong>REPORTS TO</strong>: Vice President, Human Resources<br />
<strong>SUPERVISES:</strong> HR Specialist (this individual is a shared resource for the HR team)<br />
<strong>TRAVEL:</strong>  Will require some travel; not greater than 15-20%</p>
<p><strong>SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong><br />
As a strategic partner, the Human Resources Manager (HRM) aligns the HR objectives/initiatives with corporate business strategy, specifically with clients (employees/management) within the designated business units, serving as a consultant to management on human resources related issues (employee relations, compensation, employee engagement, organizational design/competency building, talent management including recruiting and selection, retention/engagement, coaching, employee development, and succession planning).  The HRM will formulate partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees, based on the overall business objectives of the organization.  The HRM will also function as employee advocate, champion and change agent.  The HRM will maintain an effective level of business literacy about the designated business units financial position, mid-range plans, culture and its competition.</p>
<p><strong>DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong><br />
Conduct weekly/regular meetings with assigned business units.<br />
Consult with business unit(s) management at all levels, providing HR guidance when appropriate.<br />
Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with HR team to develop solutions, programs and policies.<br />
Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues.  Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.<br />
Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance, and partner with legal department, where appropriate and as required.<br />
Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).<br />
Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.<br />
Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.<br />
Working in conjunction with hiring and department manager as well as corporate recruiting resource, develop offer terms for new hires, promotions, transfer.  Assist departments in interview process and selection.<br />
Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and  succession planning.<br />
Identify training needs for business units and individual coaching needs.<br />
Participate in evaluation and monitoring of success of training programs.  Follow-up to ensure training objectives are met.</p>
<p><strong>PROBLEM SOLVING/JUDGMENT:</strong><br />
Must be able to work on a variety of tasks of difficult scope and complexity where analysis of data and/or situations requires evaluation of multiple factors. Ability to operate independently within established department/company practices and execute appropriate action.</p>
<p><strong>SUPERVISION REQUIRED:</strong><br />
Persons in this position will be expected to be highly self-directed, obtaining guidance and direction as necessary from the Vice President of Human Resources.</p>
<p><strong>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong><br />
Persons in the position will have responsibility to mentor other less-experienced team members providing guidance, advice, and recommendations.</p>
<p><strong>CONTACTS:</strong><br />
Will serve as primary HR interface with assigned Business Unit’s and/or departments.  Will also work with external vendors, as necessary, resources at Safran USA, and interface with other HR team members.</p>
<p><strong>DECISION MAKING:</strong><br />
Responsible for making appropriate decisions within the framework of established department and company policies and practices. Provides information, assistance and recommendations that are considered in the formulation of management policy.</p>
<p><strong>MINIMUM SKILLS &amp; QUALIFICATIONS:</strong><br />
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a related discipline in which business knowledge and an understanding of human resource practices are gained.<br />
Minimum 5-8 years of progressive HR Generalist responsibility (i.e., handing employee relations, compensation, performance management, etc.) and HR leadership experience with clear career progression.<br />
Must have experience driving business solutions through influence and collaboration in a global, matrix organization.<br />
Ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment, as well as partnering with business executives and operations leaders in order to develop appropriate solutions and ensure stakeholder buy-in.<br />
Ability to manage multiple business units in a variety of locations.<br />
Proven working knowledge of local labor laws and government requirements.<br />
Must possess demonstrated strong communication, coaching, listening, and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to individuals from multi-cultural backgrounds, and build trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results, at all levels within the organization.<br />
Must possess strong conflict resolution skills, and proven ability to apply techniques at all levels of the organization.<br />
Ability to work in environment with international objectives and ability to understand issues domestically and internationally in order to communicate effectively with clients.<br />
Must have experience in researching and accurately analyzing various types of data in order to integrate people processes, systems and technologies.<br />
Must have experience in working collaboratively with business partners to effectively resolve problems.<br />
Must be self-directed, and motivated, as well as accountable for results.<br />
Must possess self-initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation.<br />
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.<br />
Knowledge of other languages (especially French) and working in multi-cultural environments are a definite plus!</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role, please send your resume to</strong> <a href="mailto:chris@bigwave.com" target="_blank">Chris Englin, Big Wave Recruiting</a></p>
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		<title>Can You Hear Me Now?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:10:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Our client is looking for a VP of Retail Sales. Apply your leadership experience to sales growth and delivering an outstanding customer experience. Our client is a third-party provider of wireless products and services, operating within more than 1000 partner retail locations in the USA and Puerto Rico. With an expert team of sales professionals, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our client is looking for a <strong>VP of Retail Sales</strong>. Apply your leadership experience to sales growth and delivering an outstanding customer experience.<br />
Our client is a third-party provider of wireless products and services, operating within more than 1000 partner retail locations in the USA and Puerto Rico. With an expert team of sales professionals, collaborative relationship with leading wireless companies and a desire to provide superior customer service, our client strives to meet and exceed the needs of its customers across the nation.</p>
<p><strong><span id="more-365"></span>Culture:</strong><br />
Most of the team members have the same “gene”: the one that makes their families and friends always bring their electronics to figure out, set up, and fix! The teammates can’t wait to get new gear and seek the excitement that comes with seeing how it all works.<br />
If this describes you, then this company has an exciting team atmosphere which you’ll love, made up of many different work styles and personalities. They will train you on the details but allow you to be successful at your job, based on your style and abilities.</p>
<p>Our VP Retail Sales is responsible for ensuring a great customer experience, reliable operational execution and leadership development of a team consisting of approximately 2000 employees. This position will assume responsibility for small format retail stores, operations inside highly regard national retailers. These are respected brands and newly formed partnerships by this company.</p>
<p><strong>You will be expected to:</strong><br />
• Participate as a valued member of the senior management team.<br />
• Must have a proven and successful track record as a world class senior retail sales executive, building and driving a first rate sales team in a very fast paced growth multi-store retail company.<br />
• Proven track record in transforming new teams; this position will assume the leadership position for retail distribution in its initial year of launch.<br />
• Proven track record in Customer Service, execution of programs to support customer experience standards and policies.<br />
• Personnel Development, training all field staff, developing bench-strength to be promoted into management roles.<br />
• Must assimilate the retail team within the host retail environment<br />
• Strong senior management team skills.<br />
• Strong interpersonal skills and people skills including demonstrated ability to hire, manage, motivate and engage truly great retail sales people.<br />
• Be a dynamic leader&#8211;this is the senior sales role at the company.</p>
<p><strong>To Apply:</strong><br />
Think this job was made for you? Give us a call! Or forward this post to someone you just know would be a match for the VP of Retail Sales!</p>
<p><a href="mailto:gina@dynamorecruiting.com" target="_blank">Gina Peckman, Dynamo Recruiting</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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		<title>Run Don’t Walk Towards Brooks Sports</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:30:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brooks is hiring a Senior HR Talent Manager A brand is a reflection of the people who represent it.  Brooks has inspired, energetic team players who bring purpose, values and mission to life.  Top-notch professionals with a passion for the run and a healthy, active lifestyle.  The desire to make a difference in their workplace [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.seattleexecutiverecruiting.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Brooks.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-353" style="margin: 10px; border: 0px currentColor;" title="Brooks" src="http://www.seattleexecutiverecruiting.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Brooks-300x108.jpg" alt="" width="203" height="72" /></a><strong>Brooks is hiring a Senior HR Talent Manager</strong></p>
<p>A brand is a reflection of the people who represent it.  <a href="http://www.brooksrunning.com/" target="_blank">Brooks</a> has inspired, energetic team players who bring purpose, values and mission to life.  Top-notch professionals with a passion for the run and a healthy, active lifestyle.  The desire to make a difference in their workplace and community.  A drive to achieve.</p>
<p>Brooks is looking for an inspired Senior Human Resources Talent Manager who will promote this amazing culture and continue to make this one of the best places to work.  If you are looking for a collaborative, team-oriented work environment where all ideas have value and innovation is the dynamic underpinning, then consider joining the team.<span id="more-352"></span></p>
<p>• <strong>Purpose:</strong> To inspire people to run and be active.<br />
• <strong>Values:</strong> To inspire and serve, with integrity, respect, and excellence.<br />
• <strong>Mission</strong>: To be the leader in providing runners with performance footwear, apparel, and accessories centered on a true passion for the active lifestyle.</p>
<p>The <strong>Senior HR Talent Manager</strong> will support day-to-day HR activities and will drive talent programs and services that support the company’s global business growth strategy. We‘re seeking a professional with a solid generalist background, knowledge of talent acquisition, talent management, performance management, and learning &amp; development with an interest in being a solid contributor to company building experiences via human resources practices.  This HR leader will partner with our VP Global Talent Management on organizational development initiatives, and will join the HR team in promoting employee engagement and supporting the culture of Brooks Sports, Inc.<br />
<strong>Duties and Responsibilities:</strong><br />
• Meet with employees and counsel managers and leaders to resolve day-to-day employee relations issues in the U.S. and internationally.<br />
• Provide insights, recommendations and support for our key HR strategic initiatives around the globe.<br />
• Develop a company-wide sourcing strategy that proactively builds pools of candidates and evolves our recruiting strategy and online approach and processes.<br />
• Build out global corporate on-boarding processes and approaches for employees and leaders.<br />
• Partner with managers to lead performance reviews, annual calibration, succession planning and people development processes.<br />
• Assess and increase the effectiveness of managers and leaders in the organization to ensure an appropriate pipeline of talent.<br />
• Design a learning strategy, approach and key programs for employees and managers based on organizational needs and priorities (includes support for BrooksU investments)<br />
• Facilitate HR trainings, team building and leadership development sessions as needed.<br />
• Establish metrics to report on programs and initiatives, employee participation and effectively communicate their impact to the organization.<br />
• Manage 1-2 direct reports within a focus on building capability and expertise in the HR function.<br />
• Manage RFP/RFI processes, vendor selection, and business relationships as needed for programs.</p>
<p><strong>Requirements:</strong><br />
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology or related fields.  Graduate degree and /or certifications in Human Resources, Organizational Development and/or Training &amp; Development a plus.<br />
• Minimum of 8-10 years progressive work experience in Human Resources with at least 5 years’ experience in Management. Experience in Organization Development and/or Learning &amp; Development preferred.<br />
• Experience in a business consultancy role or trusted advisor HR roles working directly with senior leadership teams and leaders required.<br />
• Excellent people, influencing, problem solving and facilitation skills with experience establishing credibility and strong working relationships at all levels across the organization.<br />
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong project management abilities.<br />
• Knowledge of current trends and practices relating to human resources and talent management. Exposure to multi-state and international employment laws (i.e. EEOC, FLSA and ADA) a plus.<br />
• Computer proficiency with major PC programs, authoring tools and HRIS systems.<br />
• A passion for the running enthusiast and active lifestyle</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity, send your resume to</strong>:  <a href="mailto:chris@bigwave.com" target="_blank">Chris Englin, Big Wave Recruiting</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Run Happy!</strong></p>
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		<title>Wireless Advocates adds Communications Manager</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 09:44:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>seattle</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Our client is looking for a Communications Manager to add to their growing team. This is an amazing opportunity for an up-and-comer to report to the President of this fast growing Seattle company. You will help craft the message on all company-wide communication and support the company&#8217;s mission. Wireless Advocates (owned by Car Toys) is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.seattleexecutiverecruiting.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Wireless-Adv1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-362" style="margin: 10px; border: 0px currentColor;" title="Wireless Adv" src="http://www.seattleexecutiverecruiting.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Wireless-Adv1.jpg" alt="" width="114" height="32" /></a>Our client is looking for a <strong>Communications Manager</strong> to add to their growing team. This is an amazing opportunity for an up-and-comer to report to the President of this fast growing Seattle company. You will help craft the message on all company-wide communication and support the company&#8217;s mission.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wirelessadvocates.com" target="_blank">Wireless Advocates</a> (owned by Car Toys) is a third-party provider of wireless products and services, operating within more than 1000 partner retail locations in the USA and Puerto Rico. Committed to delivering high-value solutions that enrich people’s lives, they are the largest independent retailer of mobile entertainment and wireless phones in the nation.</p>
<p><strong>Culture:</strong><br />
Most of the team members have the same “gene”: the one that makes their families and friends always bring their electronics to figure out, set up, and fix! The teammates can’t wait to get new gear and seek the excitement that comes with seeing how it all works. The employees are smart and moving up in this growing company. If you are looking for an exciting team atmosphere and a growing environment where opportunities for you to grow and be successful based on your abilities &#8211; then this is the place for you!</p>
<p>This position is responsible for creating, implementing, overseeing and measuring high impact communication plans and programs, integrating those plans and programs to support of the company’s mission and strategic goals. The position is responsible for leading and coordinating internal and external communications strategies for all business initiatives in coordination with company-wide activities, ensuring message discipline, consistency and quality.</p>
<p>The Communications Manager works closely with the President, the executive management team, and others as appropriate to positively engage and increase awareness in targeted audiences.<span id="more-343"></span></p>
<p><strong>Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p>• Develop and implement an annual strategic communications plan that supports organizational objectives and reflects corporate and employee needs<br />
• Work with internal and external teams to develop a unified, compelling and consistent conversation with all audiences<br />
• Lead the execution of the company communication plan, keeping all appropriate business leaders informed<br />
• Closely collaborate with the President, members of the executive team and other partners as appropriate to ensure alignment across the company<br />
• Provide executive team with appropriate support in developing or advising on communications content including emails, speeches, blogs, videos, presentations, Town Hall meetings, newsletters and other communications as scheduled and needed<br />
• Provide communication coaching as needed<br />
• Partner with appropriate external and internal teams in planning and executing communication efforts for major initiatives in the organization<br />
• Develop innovative approaches to using social media in programs and campaigns<br />
• Stay up-to-date on emerging issues and proactively develop communications strategies to address them<br />
• Coordinate and manage message alignment within corporate events<br />
• Work closely with external Public Relations Agency<br />
• Responsible for budget and annual work plan<br />
• Complete special projects as assigned</p>
<p><strong>Requirements</strong>• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications<br />
• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in corporate communications<br />
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years in a management role in either a corporate or an agency setting. Experience in the wireless industry preferred.  Retail Experience preferred.<br />
• Proven success in developing and executing results driven communication strategies, both internal and external, that are aligned with business goals and objectives<br />
• Proven success in building social and interactive medial programs<br />
• Outstanding written and verbal skills, with intensive internal communication work for a medium to large organization in the past two years. High level presentation skills; capable of presenting complex material in an easy to understand format<br />
• Demonstrated leadership skills with proven success in effectively leading, managing, motivating,<br />
influencing and inspiring others<br />
• Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities, resources, goals and project initiatives<br />
• Passionate team player dedicated to continually bringing a fresh perspective to the team, our internal and external customers and our plans<br />
• Experience building and maintaining positive, collaborative working relationships with all levels of employees<br />
• Knowledge of media operations and expertise in the field of public relations and release of information for publication<br />
• Strong background in and understanding of communication and marketing concepts<br />
• Advanced proficiency with Word, PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office. Knowledge of the latest advances in effective use of internet technologies and communications related software<br />
• Highly organized; able to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks and projects while functioning effectively as a team member. Must work well under pressure and be a self-starter<br />
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor</p>
<p><strong>To apply, please send your resume to:</strong> <a href="mailto:chris@bigwave.com" target="_blank">Chris Englin, Big Wave Recruiting</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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		<title>Smilebox Ramps Up with VP of Global Marketing and Sr Mgr, Consumer Acquisition</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:46:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>seattle</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Smile outside the box, color outside the lines Smilebox is looking for a Vice President of Global Marketing and Sr. Manager, Consumer Acquisition (SEM, SEO) Smilebox is looking for a Vice President of Global Marketing. The company was founded in 2005 to help people share special moments in their lives. The team works tirelessly to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Smile outside the box, color outside the lines</strong></p>
<p>Smilebox is looking for a Vice President of Global Marketing and Sr. Manager, Consumer Acquisition (SEM, SEO)</p>
<p>Smilebox is looking for a <strong>Vice President of Global Marketing</strong>. The company was founded in 2005 to help people share special moments in their lives. The team works tirelessly to find new, interesting and inspired ways for users to share treasured photos and videos with family and friends. It’s an online endeavor with huge potential, and your chance to really make your mark.</p>
<p>Smilebox needs a Global VP of Marketing. If you’re passionate about consumer-facing business, can show us a track record of online marketing and have a knack for building and managing teams, you’ll want to check out this position. You’ll be driving results in a highly collaborative agile environment, where your skills will make a huge difference.</p>
<p>You’re web-savvy, have a passion for brand and a track record of successes increasing site traffic and conversions. Have you marketed online experiences, communities, social expression or personal publishing services? Talk to us!<span id="more-335"></span></p>
<p>As the VP of Marketing you will be expected to:<br />
• Assume marketing and sales leadership worldwide for desktop and mobil platforms<br />
• Build and manage a world class marketing team<br />
• Cultivate and build the Smilebox brand into a leading social expression brand<br />
• Provide consumer insights that inform our long term service roadmap<br />
• Manage the global P&amp;L for the Smilebox business</p>
<p><strong>Areas of responsibilities include:</strong><br />
• Brand management and development<br />
• Awareness building<br />
• Customer acquisition, retention and monetization<br />
• Service planning<br />
• Content Planning and merchandising<br />
• Consumer research and insights</p>
<p><strong>Skills Smilebox is looking for:</strong><br />
• Online marketing experience, including SEO and social media<br />
• Experience with female/family demographics<br />
• Strong quantitative skills including experience in analytic tools<br />
• 10+ years of consumer marketing experience<br />
• International business experience a plus</p>
<p><strong>As the Sr. Manager, Consumer Acquisition (SEM, SEO)</strong><br />
You will lead Smilebox’s paid search and optimization program. This role will analyze, set strategy and execute consumer acquisition channels through Google, Bing, and Facebook, and optimization of web properties. Additionally, guide the expansion of our acquisition programs. The ideal candidate has a strong analytical mind, a sharp business sense and can lead action for business improvements and innovation. If you enjoy market-leading technology, consumer business and work well in a collaborative, dynamic organization and ultimately strive to do great work – then Smilebox is a fit for you.<br />
Areas of responsibilities include:<br />
• Define global search engine marketing strategy, testing and execution framework.<br />
• Perform in-depth quantitative analyses of search channels and business performance.<br />
• Execute digital marketing campaigns for paid search advertising to ensure positive ROI.<br />
• Drive funnel management analyses and improved conversion.<br />
• Manage web properties for optimal search, communication and conversion.<br />
• Deliver performance reports to closely manage to business objectives and budget.<br />
• Deeply understand our consumer to ensure brand affinity and business results.<br />
•<br />
<strong>Skills Smilebox is looking for:</strong><br />
• 5-8 years of consumer acquisition marketing and business analytical experience, with management of SEM and SEO.<br />
• Successful track record for managing and optimizing digital advertising campaigns and landing pages.<br />
• Innovator, always looking for new ways to better the business.<br />
If this is you, or someone you know, please contact us at either of the email addresses below. We look forward to hearing from you!<br />
Gina Peckman – <a href="mailto:Partner?gina@dynamorecruiting.com">gina@dynamorecruiting.com</a></p>
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		<title>Symform needs VP of Sales</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:40:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Great team. Disruptive technology. Fantastic future. Symform is looking for a Vice President of Sales. Apply a proven game changing technology, add enthusiastic resellers, customers, and major business development alliances; target a multi-billion dollar marketplace…&#8230;then strap yourself in.  This will be the professional ride of your life. Symform (www.symform.com), a privately held company based in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Great team. Disruptive technology. Fantastic future.</strong></p>
<p>Symform is looking for a Vice President of Sales. Apply a proven game changing technology, add enthusiastic resellers, customers, and major business development alliances; target a multi-billion dollar marketplace…&#8230;then strap yourself in.  This will be the professional ride of your life.<br />
Symform (<a href="http://www.symform.com">www.symform.com</a>), a privately held company based in Seattle, has reinvented cloud data storage. We are one of the hottest venture backed tech companies in the region.  The patented Symform Storage Cloud protects your data in a way that is far faster, cheaper, and more secure than anything traditional cloud storage providers can offer.  We offer an amazing ground floor opportunity to join our experienced senior management team building the next great Seattle Software as a Service (SaaS) company.<br />
Our VP Sales is responsible for ensuring that Symform enjoys a world class sales function.  We currently have a team built in this department with strong forward momentum; this is an opportunity to join at the moment of rapid growth.<span id="more-332"></span></p>
<p><strong>You will be expected to:</strong><br />
• Participate as a valued member of the senior management team.<br />
• Must have a proven and successful track record as a world class senior sales executive building and driving a first rate sales team in a very fast paced growth technology company.<br />
• Proven track record in recurring revenue, subscription-based models, and Software as a Service.<br />
• Extensive inside tele-sales experience including hiring, managing, measuring, and scaling an amazing inside sales organization.<br />
• Must have both Direct and Partner/Reseller Sales experience.<br />
• Strongly prefer experience as a VP Sales at a successful venture capital backed Software as a Service technology company.<br />
• Strong senior management team skills.<br />
• Strong interpersonal skills and people skills including demonstrated ability to hire, manage, motivate and engage truly great sales people. Make recommendations to the senior management team and CEO on how to continually drive and improve the sales results.<br />
• Be a dynamic leader&#8211;this is the senior sales role at the company.</p>
<p><strong>To Apply:</strong><br />
Think this job was made for you? Give us a call! Or forward this email to someone you just know would be perfect as Symform’s Vice President of Sales.<br />
Gina Peckman – Founding Partner<br />
<a href="mailto:?gina@dynamorecruiting.com">gina@dynamorecruiting.com</a></p>
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