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Maria Avila
Talent Acquisition PartnerPronouns: she/her
A passionate technical recruiter who enjoys getting people excited about career opportunities! Over the past decade, I have supported efforts in different business divisions to include government services, information technology, office professionals and compliance, industrial and manufacturing, non-profit, and executive search recruiting. The most rewarding part of my job is interacting with people from diverse backgrounds and the relationships that I have developed. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies from San Jose State University (SJSU); and a Master’s Science degree in Law with a concentration in Human Resources Law and Compliance from the University of Southern California (USC). Fight on! Away from work, I enjoy the beach, being outdoors, and spending time with my family. I’m committed to helping children and adults living with disabilities. Connect with me over LinkedIn for networking and career opportunities!
LinkedIn:
https://linkedin.com/in/mia17
A passionate technical recruiter who enjoys getting people excited about career opportunities! Over the past decade, I have supported efforts in different business divisions to include government services, information technology, office professionals and compliance, industrial and manufacturing, non-profit, and executive search recruiting. The most rewarding part of my job is interacting with people from diverse backgrounds and the relationships that I have developed. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies from San Jose State University (SJSU); and a Master’s Science degree in Law with a concentration in Human Resources Law and Compliance from the University of Southern California (USC). Fight on! Away from work, I enjoy the beach, being outdoors, and spending time with my family. I’m committed to helping children and adults living with disabilities. Connect with me over LinkedIn for networking and career opportunities!
LinkedIn:
https://linkedin.com/in/mia17
Carolyn Chow
Talent Acquisition PartnerPronouns: she/her
Carolyn Chow’s career has been devoted to diversity and inclusion in higher education. She came to Cornell after 19 years of serving as Director of Admissions and Student Diversity at the University of Washington School of Nursing. She joined Cornell University in May 2019 as the Staff Recruiter and Inclusion Program Lead for the College of Veterinary Medicine. She became a Talent Acquisition Partner in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment in October 2022. Carolyn loves and appreciates being supported in making a positive impact in the community and at Cornell through her work. One of her major goals is to leverage her skills and talents to help everyone who wants to make a positive impact, through working at Cornell, find their place at Cornell, too. Let’s change the world for the better together!
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynachow/
Carolyn Chow’s career has been devoted to diversity and inclusion in higher education. She came to Cornell after 19 years of serving as Director of Admissions and Student Diversity at the University of Washington School of Nursing. She joined Cornell University in May 2019 as the Staff Recruiter and Inclusion Program Lead for the College of Veterinary Medicine. She became a Talent Acquisition Partner in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment in October 2022. Carolyn loves and appreciates being supported in making a positive impact in the community and at Cornell through her work. One of her major goals is to leverage her skills and talents to help everyone who wants to make a positive impact, through working at Cornell, find their place at Cornell, too. Let’s change the world for the better together!
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynachow/
Laura Clark
HR Business Partner, Alumni Affairs & DevelopmentPronouns: she/her
I am the Talent Acquisition Partner for Cornell’s Alumni Affairs and Development division. I support the division in all hiring from entry level to executive positions and across specialties (Fundraising, Alumni Engagement, IT, Marketing, Business Intelligence, HR, etc.). I love connecting with potential candidates to share more about our division and what opportunities may be available. Reach out if you’d like to learn more!
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhclark4/
I am the Talent Acquisition Partner for Cornell’s Alumni Affairs and Development division. I support the division in all hiring from entry level to executive positions and across specialties (Fundraising, Alumni Engagement, IT, Marketing, Business Intelligence, HR, etc.). I love connecting with potential candidates to share more about our division and what opportunities may be available. Reach out if you’d like to learn more!
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhclark4/
Shallena Cunningham
Human Resources Consultant, Talent Management, Student and Campus LifePronouns: she/her
Shallena Cunningham is a HR Talent Management Consultant with over 4 years’ experience with helping people change their lives by finding careers best suiting for them, their families, and their career goals. Specializing in communication and relating to others on a personal and professional level, Shallena uses that experience to fill open positions with the most qualified, talented people. By focusing on getting exceptional people, in the best professional position, Shallena has been able to put her Anthropology and MBA degrees earned at Michigan State University and the University of Memphis, respectively to good use. Over the years, her strengths in relationship building, sales and marketing has garnered some recognition by numerous Fortune 500 companies as well as educational institutions. Shallena may spend her days in Ithaca, New York, but it’s the idea of helping people change their lives that gets her up in the morning. When not at Cornell University, Shallena is an avid sports fan and loves spending time cheering on her Spartans and Tigers with her friends and family.
LinkedIn:
https://linkedin.com/in/shallena-cunningham-a8a82510
Shallena Cunningham is a HR Talent Management Consultant with over 4 years’ experience with helping people change their lives by finding careers best suiting for them, their families, and their career goals. Specializing in communication and relating to others on a personal and professional level, Shallena uses that experience to fill open positions with the most qualified, talented people. By focusing on getting exceptional people, in the best professional position, Shallena has been able to put her Anthropology and MBA degrees earned at Michigan State University and the University of Memphis, respectively to good use. Over the years, her strengths in relationship building, sales and marketing has garnered some recognition by numerous Fortune 500 companies as well as educational institutions. Shallena may spend her days in Ithaca, New York, but it’s the idea of helping people change their lives that gets her up in the morning. When not at Cornell University, Shallena is an avid sports fan and loves spending time cheering on her Spartans and Tigers with her friends and family.
LinkedIn:
https://linkedin.com/in/shallena-cunningham-a8a82510
Jamie Doss, Ph.D.
Talent Acquisition PartnerPronouns: she/her
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiejdoss/
Jamie Doss is a Talent Acquisition Partner with a passion for higher education and helping people achieve their goals. She has worked in higher education for more than 8 years, beginning her career in student affairs before transitioning into Human Resources. She currently recruits for a diverse range of positions at Cornell, from high-volume roles to executive-level opportunities. She enjoys connecting with prospective candidates, sharing career opportunities at Cornell, and helping others discover what makes Cornell a great place to work.
Jamie holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from Saint Louis University, a Master of Arts in Counseling from Lindenwood University–Belleville, and Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Biological Sciences from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She is also a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a passionate lifelong learner.
Her research interests focus on Black undergraduate women’s lived experiences in higher education, solidarity among college students, and student thriving and success. She is passionate about bringing her diverse experiences across higher education to her work and contributing to the broader Cornell community.
Jamie looks forward to connecting with you and helping you begin your journey at Cornell!
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiejdoss/
Candyse James
HR Talent Sourcing, Onboarding, and Engagement LeadPronouns: she/her
I bring over a decade of experience in HR and Recruitment to Cornell and am thrilled to contribute my wealth of knowledge in human resources and talent acquisition to the team. Driven by a passion for continual learning and professional growth, I hold a BA in Business Administration and an MBA in Data Analytics. This educational foundation seamlessly integrates with my extensive hands-on experiences, underscoring my journey to Cornell. My dedication to continuous improvement is not solely a professional commitment but a deeply personal one. I am eager to leverage my skills and diverse experiences to make a meaningful contribution to the success of our team and the broader Cornell community.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/candyse-james/
I bring over a decade of experience in HR and Recruitment to Cornell and am thrilled to contribute my wealth of knowledge in human resources and talent acquisition to the team. Driven by a passion for continual learning and professional growth, I hold a BA in Business Administration and an MBA in Data Analytics. This educational foundation seamlessly integrates with my extensive hands-on experiences, underscoring my journey to Cornell. My dedication to continuous improvement is not solely a professional commitment but a deeply personal one. I am eager to leverage my skills and diverse experiences to make a meaningful contribution to the success of our team and the broader Cornell community.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/candyse-james/
Freddie Salley
Recruitment SpecialistPronouns: she/her
Freddie Salley is a Recruiter at eCornell. Freddie joined eCornell in November 2021. She is responsible for all of eCornell’s recruiting, managing end to end recruitments, including partnering with hiring managers on recruitment strategy, creating position descriptions, and identifying qualified candidates.
Prior to joining eCornell, Freddie was the Assistant Director of Advising in the College of Engineering at Cornell.
Freddie has an M.A. in English from Clemson University and B.A. in History from University of Maryland, College Park, MD.
When Freddie isn’t working, she enjoys going to concerts, sporting events (go Lakers!), reading novels, and baking.
LinkedIn:
https:/www.linkedin.com/in/fredrikasalley
Freddie Salley is a Recruiter at eCornell. Freddie joined eCornell in November 2021. She is responsible for all of eCornell’s recruiting, managing end to end recruitments, including partnering with hiring managers on recruitment strategy, creating position descriptions, and identifying qualified candidates.
Prior to joining eCornell, Freddie was the Assistant Director of Advising in the College of Engineering at Cornell.
Freddie has an M.A. in English from Clemson University and B.A. in History from University of Maryland, College Park, MD.
When Freddie isn’t working, she enjoys going to concerts, sporting events (go Lakers!), reading novels, and baking.
LinkedIn:
https:/www.linkedin.com/in/fredrikasalley
Brad Stock
Talent Acquisition PartnerPronouns: he/him
Brad Stock is a Talent Acquisition Partner with 10+ previous years of experience as a hiring manager. He is now focused on facilitating the success of Cornell hiring managers as they seek out the next member of their team, as well as helping job seekers navigate the employment search process here at the university. He’s motivated by the mission to help people find meaning, fulfillment, and belonging in their careers.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-stock-909075165/
Brad Stock is a Talent Acquisition Partner with 10+ previous years of experience as a hiring manager. He is now focused on facilitating the success of Cornell hiring managers as they seek out the next member of their team, as well as helping job seekers navigate the employment search process here at the university. He’s motivated by the mission to help people find meaning, fulfillment, and belonging in their careers.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-stock-909075165/
Keionda Lewis
Talent SourcerPronouns: she/her
Keionda Lewis is an experienced Talent Sourcer, specializing in diversity and inclusion in higher education. On her free time, you can find her reading, going on a hike with her one-year-old mini-Doberman, Ozzie, or serving in her local church and community.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/keiondalewis/
Keionda Lewis is an experienced Talent Sourcer, specializing in diversity and inclusion in higher education. On her free time, you can find her reading, going on a hike with her one-year-old mini-Doberman, Ozzie, or serving in her local church and community.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/keiondalewis/
Dan Hyland
HR Talent and Employee Engagement PartnerPronouns: he/him
Dan is our HR Talent and Employee Engagement Specialist for both Cornell Engineering and Bowers CIS. Prior to this role, he was a Benefits Specialist assisting members of our Cornell Community at various points in their career. Dan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Juniata College and his Master’s Degree in Organizational Psychology from the University of Hartford. Dan’s areas of focus include talent management, onboarding, employee engagement, and organizational behavior & change while supporting various other HR functions. He is passionate about assisting individuals in reaching their future goals and is deeply invested in continuously improving the employee experience.
Please reach out if you are interested in opportunities with Cornell Engineering or Cornell Bowers CIS. I look forward to connecting with you!
LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-hyland-dbh226
Dan is our HR Talent and Employee Engagement Specialist for both Cornell Engineering and Bowers CIS. Prior to this role, he was a Benefits Specialist assisting members of our Cornell Community at various points in their career. Dan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Juniata College and his Master’s Degree in Organizational Psychology from the University of Hartford. Dan’s areas of focus include talent management, onboarding, employee engagement, and organizational behavior & change while supporting various other HR functions. He is passionate about assisting individuals in reaching their future goals and is deeply invested in continuously improving the employee experience.
Please reach out if you are interested in opportunities with Cornell Engineering or Cornell Bowers CIS. I look forward to connecting with you!
LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-hyland-dbh226