Hi, I'm Val! With nearly a decade of experience in HR, recruiting, operations, and senior leadership in early-stage startups, I thrive on finding the perfect match between talent and role. I understand that the right hire can have a transformative impact, and the wrong hire can be costly. My brand is called Rock Solid, because that's what I am: a trusted partner who is authentic, who listens and cares, and is excellent at connecting people. I bring a well-rounded understanding of the hiring landscape, particularly in smaller and emerging companies. My diverse experience, including hands-on recruiting for various roles including sales, marketing, finance, human resources, operations and engineering, enables me to align operational and strategic needs with ideal talent solutions. I love setting up and scaling HR and recruiting frameworks for global, remote-first companies from the ground up, ensuring a seamless integration from the very first hire. My expertise includes: - Startup Talent Acquisition: Offering end-to-end recruiting solutions from sourcing to onboarding, tailored for the unique challenges of startups and small businesses. - HR Strategy and Operations: Guiding startups and small businesses in establishing robust HR frameworks, from compensation planning to compliance. Beyond my work with businesses, I love guiding individuals towards career growth & leadership, whether it's making a career pivot, learning interview skills or how to create an effective elevator pitch. I'm also a dog lover, gardener and music maker who's written thousands of songs, a few of which are good ;)