Employer Relations and Talent Partnerships
At Johns Hopkins University, I serve as one of the outbound employer relations specialist across 10 schools including Business, International Studies, Public Health, Education, Engineering, and PhD Programs.
My work is equal parts business development and relationship management: identifying the right companies, building trust with recruiters and hiring managers, and converting cold conversations into lasting partnerships.
I've built pipelines domestically and internationally, run user research with C-suite executives, and grown the employer brand of one of the world's leading universities
Innovative Solutions in Employer Relations
Employer Partners
Meta ·Tesla · Goldman Sachs · Accenture · UNICEF · Mayo Clinic · Smithsonian · Uber · International Rescue Committee · Los Alamos National Laboratory · Metropolitan Museum of Art · Abu Dhabi Prime Minister's Office · Verition Fund · Octopus Energy · · ASML · ING · PwC and more..
The Data Speaks for Itself
London and The Netherlands
Student interest in European opportunities, especially in energy, finance, humanitarian work, and tech, was super clear. However, there wasn’t much institutional support back it up. I took the same approach as the UAE campaign: I researched the scene, found some VP-level alumni in London and the Netherlands, and reached out to them those sectors.
We ended up with over twenty meetings, and six employers jumped on board for a dedicated internship pipeline campaign. The highlight was organizing a three-week trip with Johns Hopkins' School of Advanced International Studies , where my team got to meet with recruiters and alumni at Shell, ASML, ING, PwC, and Octopus Energy to pitch the program in person.
That trip only happened because we laid the groundwork. Building relationships before asking for commitments is my go-to strategy for this kind of work.
At JHU, we recognized a significant gap in employer presence in the UAE, and we were ready to address it. Students showed strong interest in AI, tech, and finance, yet there were no institutional relationships to leverage.
My team and I took the initiative to conduct thorough research on UAE work culture, identify sectors actively hiring internationally, and connect with JHU alumni already making strides in the region. Following that, I executed a focused cold outreach campaign directed at AI and tech companies.
The result was impressive: over 20 meetings with key employers, including Verition Fund, the World Bank, and the Abu Dhabi Prime Minister's Office, leading to more than 8 formal program partnerships.
The UAE
Tech & AI Boom
Beyond the Pipeline
User Research
I had the opportunity to engage in insightful conversations with VP and C-suite alumni from well-known firms like Barclays, Carlyle Group, Wells Fargo, Vanguard, BlackRock, Fidelity, Jefferies, and KKR. During these interviews, we explored the skills students need to thrive in the finance industry, delved into the current state of the hiring market, discussed how university career services can enhance their support for student success. After gathering all the valuable insights, I compiled them into a comprehensive findings report and presented it to JHU leadership.
Market Trends
In an effort to keep our department informed and ahead of the curve, we launched an internal monthly trends newsletter. This initiative harnesses AI-assisted research to provide valuable insights into hiring trends and employer market signals. Distributed through Mailchimp, the newsletter serves as a crucial resource for both staff and leadership, ensuring everyone is aware of the latest developments in the employment landscape. By sharing these insights, we aim to foster a more informed and proactive approach to our hiring strategies.
Centralized Communications
Each month, we send out newsletters that highlight upcoming events while offering valuable into our student demographics. These newsletters are designed to engage employers, showcasing opportunities for them to connect with our students and participate in our events. By sharing this information, we aim to foster stronger relationships and promote meaningful engagement within our community.
Tools
MS Dynamics 365 · Handshake · LinkedIn Sales Navigator · Vmock · Apollo · Constant Contact · Mailchimp · Zoom · Microsoft 365