Kathy Hughes
About Kathy Hughes
Kathy Hughes is a Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner with extensive experience in recruitment, particularly in the healthcare sector. She has held various roles in notable companies, including Netsmart Technologies, RSA Security, and Dell EMC/RSA, and has a strong focus on developing talent and implementing effective recruitment strategies.
Current Role at Alegeus
Kathy Hughes serves as a Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Alegeus since 2022. In this role, she focuses on implementing recruitment strategies that align with the company's vision, culture, and goals. Her work specifically targets technology, product, and engineering teams, contributing to the overall talent acquisition efforts within the organization. Kathy operates in a remote capacity, allowing her to engage with a diverse range of candidates and stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Kathy Hughes has extensive experience in talent acquisition across various organizations. She worked at Netsmart Technologies as a Senior Human Resources Generalist from 2007 to 2012, and at RSA Security as the Global Talent Acquisition Director for 8 months in 2022. Her tenure at Dell EMC/RSA included roles as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2019 to 2022 and as a Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Contract Recruiter at Capital One from 2005 to 2007 and as a Senior Recruiter at Aquent from 2000 to 2002.
Education and Professional Development
Kathy Hughes studied Business Management at SUNY Suffolk Community College. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a commitment to professional development by mentoring junior recruiters. This mentorship has enhanced their skills and contributed to their growth in the recruitment field, reflecting her dedication to fostering talent within the industry.
Healthcare Industry Expertise
Kathy Hughes has a strong track record of building effective partnerships and driving innovative recruitment solutions specifically in the healthcare industry. Her experience includes managing full-cycle recruiting processes for global companies such as The Nature's Bounty Co. This focus on healthcare recruitment underscores her passion for finding and developing talent that can positively impact the sector.
Career Timeline and Key Positions
Kathy Hughes has held various key positions throughout her career. After starting as an Office Manager at RENAISSANCE WORLDWIDE IT CONSULTING SERVICES, INC. from 1998 to 2000, she transitioned to recruiting roles, including a Recruiting Manager at Nationwide Technical Resources Corp. in 2017. She also worked as a Business Partner/Senior Recruiter at Henry Schein from 2012 to 2015. Her diverse background in recruitment spans over two decades, showcasing her adaptability and expertise in the field.