Kristina Poplin - Sr. Talent Acquisition Advisor, Corporate (HR, DEI, Finance, Legal) at OpenText

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Kristina Poplin Sr. Talent Acquisition Advisor, Corporate (HR, DEI, Finance, Legal) at OpenText

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Kristina Poplin is a driven and exceptionally skilled talent acquisition professional, with a history of achievement across various corporate landscapes, ranging from enterprising startups to prominent public enterprises. With a strong foundation in counseling, motivational interviewing, and active listening techniques acquired through Master's coursework and hands-on experiences in higher education, Kristina excels in connecting with diverse groups and fostering meaningful relationships. Their adeptness at managing conflict and operating effectively under pressure has proven instrumental in scaling departments and recruiting top-notch talent in a fast-growing SaaS startup.

In their current role as Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor at OpenText, Kristina is a cornerstone in a global business environment boasting over 140 offices, 25,000 staff members worldwide, and a client base that includes 90% of the Fortune 500 companies. They bring to the table strong adaptability, managing multiple priorities in high-stress situations, and a deep-rooted passion for transforming lives by matching individuals with careers that align seamlessly with their skills and professional aspirations. Their strategic recruitment focus areas include HR, DEI, Finance, and Legal functions, where they continue to make significant contributions.

Kristina's journey is marked by a progression of talent acquisition roles where they have consistently demonstrated their ability to fill diverse positions, such as director-level roles and specialized staff positions, maintaining an impressive hiring turn-around time. With a commitment to lifelong learning and a growth mindset, Kristina is not only an asset to OpenText but also a trusted partner for candidates taking the next step in their career journey. This dedication is bolstered by an impressive network of 1649 LinkedIn connections and a solid educational foundation, with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Development from Virginia Tech and a Master of Education in College Student Personnel Administration from James Madison University.

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Full name: Kristina Poplin
Location: Washington DC-Baltimore Area
Title: Sr. Talent Acquisition Advisor, Corporate (HR, DEI, Finance, Legal)
Company: OpenText
Industry: Research Services
LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinapoplin/
LinkedIn Connections: 1649
Summary: About Me: Driven and accomplished talent acquisition professional with experience in a variety of corporate environments from start-ups to public companies. I have extensive experience working with diverse groups of people, building relationships, and managing conflict. In addition, I have led the recruitment of highly sought after and talented individuals to help scale multiple departments in a rapidly growing start-up SaaS company. I am trained in connecting to others using counseling, motivational interviewing, and active listening techniques through my Masters coursework and professional experiences in higher education. I am adaptable and able to perform in high pressure environments while managing multiple priorities. I am passionate about transforming the lives of others through pairing them with careers that perfectly match their skill sets and professional goals. I am a life-longer learner. I believe operating with a growth mindset is important to personal growth, professional success, and building authentic connections with others. Connect with me! I'd love to get to know you and assist you in making your next career move or landing your dream job. Learn a little bit more about the incredible company I'm a part of below. About OpenText: OpenText is a global business with over 140 offices and 25,000 staff worldwide. We are a global leader in Enterprise Information Management Software and considered the #1 fastest growing cloud company in a recent PwC report, 25 Fastest Growing Cloud Companies. OpenText is Canadas largest software vendor and has been on Canadas Top Employer list for the last 5 consecutive years. We count 90% of the Fortune 5000 as our clients and plan to double our multi-billion dollar company over the course of the next 5 years. Check out our open positions: https://careers.opentext.com/
Skills: Public Speaking Leadership

Education

Virginia Tech: Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Attended in 2012 - 2016
Field of study: Psychology and Human Development
James Madison University: Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Attended in 2016 - 2018
Field of study: College Student Personnel Administration

Positions

OpenText Remote: Sr. Talent Acquisition Advisor, Corporate (HR, DEI, Finance, Legal)
Apr 2023 - Present

OpenText is a global business with over 140 offices and 25,000 staff worldwide. We are a global leader in Enterprise Information Management Software and considered the #1 fastest growing cloud company in a recent PwC report, “25 Fastest Growing Cloud Companies”.

OpenText is Canada’s largest software vendor and has been on Canada’s Top Employer list for the last 5 consecutive years. We count 90% of the Fortune 5000 as our clients and plan to double our multi-billion dollar company over the course of the next 5 years.

I recruit for G&A (HR, Finance, Legal) roles currently and have recruited for revenue operations and marketing in the past. Please feel free to connect or reach out to me directly if you are interested in starting a career at OpenText!

Check out our open positions: https://careers.opentext.com/
OpenText Remote: Sr. Talent Acquisition Advisor, Commercial
Sep 2021 - Apr 2023

Recruited for Revenue Operations, Marketing, and Renewals professionals.
ID.me McLean, Virginia, United States · Remote: Corporate Recruiter
May 2021 - Sep 2021

• Promoted to Corporate Recruiter managing the full-cycle recruitment of human resources, finance, legal, and office/admin professionals (majority of roles are permanent full-time hires, with a few consultant positions). Manage an average 20-35 requisitions and maintain a 27.4 day fill rate.
• In this role I have filled the following roles: Human Resources Business Partner, Sr. Financial Analyst, Director of Payroll, Sr. Accounting Manager, Marketing Recruiter, Sales Recruiter, Executive Assistant, Receptionist, Office Manager, AR Accountant, Senior Accountant, Jr. Paralegal, HR Coordinator, Recruiting Coordinator, L&D Specialist, Director of Total Rewards, Sr. Compensation Analyst, Associate General Counsel
ID.me McLean, Virginia, United States · Remote: Jr. Sales Recruiter
Feb 2021 - May 2021

• Promoted to Jr. Sales Recruiter after four months of demonstrated ability managing coordination responsibilities with the recruitment of entry to mid-level sales professionals
• Managed the full lifecycle of recruiting through: sourcing, screening, presenting offers, and managing compensation negotiations with candidates
• Partnered with hiring managers to establish interview process, ideal candidate profile, budget, and recruitment strategy
• In this role I have filled the following roles: Recruiting Coordinator, Sales Strategy Analyst, Affiliate Associate, HRIS Analyst, Sales Development Representative, Campaign Manager, Technical Writer, Account Executive, Marketing Placements, Recruiting Coordinator
ID.me McLean, Virginia, United States · Remote: Recruiting Coordinator
Nov 2020 - Feb 2021

• Coordinated the candidate experience for all technical, sales, marketing, legal, member experience, and human resources candidates interviewing for roles at ID.me
• Partnered with four recruiters to schedule over 1,200 interviews in a three-month period. From the beginning of January 2021 to the end of February 2021, I scheduled 873 interviews
• Assisted in the implementation of Greenhouse (ATS) through coordinating the set-up of over 15 agencies in the system, while setting expectations for quality submissions
• Developed a two-week long training that I utilized in onboarding two recruiting coordinators
Elon University Jun 2019 - Nov 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos: Assistant Director of Housing Operations and the Loy Neighborhood
Jun 2019 - Nov 2020

• Led the recruitment, selection, and training of 19 House Managers, two Senior House Managers, three Microfridge Assistants, eight Early Arrival Desk Staff, and four Facility Assistants
• Supervised and mentored 19 House Managers, two Senior House Managers, seven Facility Assistants, two Microfridge Assistants
• Served as the Community Manager of 19 Greek houses in the Loy Neighborhood with approximately 192 residents
• Co-managed the operations and facilities processes that occur in 52 residence halls and 4 apartment communities
• Managed occupancy, assignments, cancellations, and withdrawals for approximately 4,100 on-campus residents.
• Assisted in the resolution of high-level housing conflicts brought forth by students, parents, or community members
• Coordinated the early arrival process for the university by working with 30+ campus partners to ensure 600 students are able to arrive back to campus for trainings and camps that occur prior to
move-in day.
• Managed the Microfridge rental process for 4,100 on-campus residents through receiving requests, billing students, and coordinating with Physical Plant to place 800 microfridges
• Served as the administrator on call for 4,100 on campus university community
• Created an annual plan for the Loy Neighborhood (Greek houses) that provides a strategic framework for executing the yearly objectives and goals integrating the residential, social, and
academic aspects of their experience
• Managed an annual budget of $5,510 designed to support programming and marketing initiatives
• Planed, executed, and assessed large-scale programming for the Loy Neighborhood aimed at developing community, cultivating leaders, and creating opportunities for Greek students to positively
contribute to the university community
Elon University Elon, North Carolina: Assistant Director for Fraternity and Sorority Community Development
Jun 2018 - Jun 2019

• Oversaw the Loy Neighborhood through supervising staff, managing 19-university owned facilities, planning large-scale programs, and carrying out the strategic plan for the neighborhood
• Developed and implemented a week-long training program for the House Managers and a professional development series
• Advised the Interfraternity Council and worked directly with the eight Executive board members to create a dynamic vision for the fraternal experience at Elon
• Served as the staff advisor for five chapters and provide direct support to the chapter presidents and executive boards while working closely with their inter/national organization headquarters
staff and advisors
• Reported to Student Involvement and Residence Life with the responsibility of carrying out goals, missions, and strategic vision of each office simultaneously
• Collaborated with various campus partners in Physical Plant, Office of Student Conduct, Residence Life, the Kernodle Center of Service Learning, Dining Engagement, etc.
• Assisted in the execution of large-scale programs sponsored by Student Involvement (First Six Weeks Initiative, Welcome Weekend Programming, etc.)
• Co-advised Elonthon, Elon’s student organization that sponsors a 24 hr dance marathon for Duke’s Children’s Hospital
James Madison University Harrisonburg, Virginia: Graduate Assistant, Civic Learning, Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices
Aug 2017 - May 2018

While completing my Master's in Higher Education, I completed an apprenticeship doing the following:

• Conducted one-on-one administrative case reviews with students for alleged policy violations using motivational interviewing strategies to connect with students, determine responsibility, and assign educational sanctions.
• Coordinated the mentor and site experience programs through communicating with students, faculty, and staff on a regular basis to assess the students’ progress through the program, address any concerns, and provide necessary support.
• Maintained a program database with up-to-date student records, volunteer profiles, statuses, and communication between students, volunteers, and coordinators.
• Supervised, support, and evaluate two undergraduate Program Assistants in their roles as coordinators of the mentor and site experience programs.
• Led the recruitment and selection of Civic Learning Program Assistants for the 2018-2019 academic year.
• Engaged with restorative practices by facilitating circle processes, creating goals and learning objectives, and participating in training workshops.
•Worked collaboratively with the Civic Learning team to create and execute long-term projects designed to improve educational programs to ensure they accurately challenge and support students,
and aligning with the office mission.
• Facilitated Values in Action, an educational sanction given to students who were found responsible for a conduct violation.
• Implemented counseling techniques and student development theories in case reviews and in my role as mentor for sanctioned students.
• Oversaw Accountability Board Case Reviews when assigned; panel hearings comprised of faculty, staff, and students, who determine whether or not an accused student is responsible for a
conduct violation.
North Carolina State University Raleigh, North Carolina: Summer Conference Director, Conference and Guest Services
May 2017 - Aug 2017

While completing my Master's in Higher Education, I completed an apprenticeship doing the following:

Coordinated 39 summer conferences, including all Family Orientation housing and an 800+ attendee national fraternity conference, in 11 residence halls across NC State’s campus. Supervised 24 Summer Conference Ambassadors (SCAs) through training, scheduling and running shifts, leading weekly staff meetings, conducting 1-1s with Lead SCAs, and providing on and off site support. Served in an on-call rotation for a campus of 18 residence halls and 6 apartment style buildings. Worked closely with facilities, housekeeping, and area administrative staff to coordinate repairs, pre- and post- conference cleaning and maintenance, and facilities and housekeeping summer projects. Facilitated pre-conference conversations with clients to finalize details, coordinate the set-up, check-in and check-out process, and breakdown of each conference. Maintained accurate conference records to ensure conferences were billed properly for number of attendees, duration, dining and other services, and any damages. Transitioned residence halls from summer conference use to academic use at the conclusion of the summer.