Michael Dean Szaleman
About Michael Dean Szaleman
Michael Dean Szaleman is a Senior Technical Recruiter at Alma, where he promotes structured interviewing practices and advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion. He has a background in fitness coaching and recruitment, having worked at various organizations including HomeLight and Orangetheory Fitness.
Work at Alma
Michael Dean Szaleman serves as a Senior Technical Recruiter at Alma since 2022. In this role, he operates within a fully in-house recruiting model, which emphasizes direct engagement with candidates without reliance on external agencies. He promotes structured interviewing practices to ensure equity in candidate evaluation. Szaleman is also actively involved in initiatives that support mental health, aligning with Alma's mission to improve access to care.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before joining Alma, Szaleman worked at HomeLight as a Technical & Business Recruiter, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and employer branding from 2019 to 2022. He also held the position of Senior Technical Recruiter at Talener for one year in 2018-2019. His recruitment experience spans several years and includes a commitment to DEI principles.
Background in Fitness Coaching
Szaleman has a background in fitness coaching, having worked at Orangetheory Fitness from 2016 to 2018 in various roles, including Fitness Coach, Marketing Manager, and Membership Adviser. He also briefly worked as a Fitness Coach at Iron & Oar in 2017 for five months in Chicago, Illinois. This experience contributed to his skills in client engagement and team management.
Education and Expertise
Michael Dean Szaleman studied at Cornish College of the Arts, where he pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Theatre, focusing on Directing and Playwriting. He also attended The Chicago Academy for the Arts, studying Theatre/Theater. His educational background supports his expertise in communication and creative problem-solving, which are essential in recruitment and team dynamics.
Advocacy for Mental Health and DEI
Szaleman is a strong advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as well as mental health in the workplace. His commitment to these causes is evident in his professional roles and personal initiatives. He actively promotes mental health awareness and equitable practices in recruitment, reflecting his dedication to improving workplace culture and candidate experiences.