Melina Garda
About Melina Garda
Melina Garda serves as the Associate Director of Talent Acquisition at Collage Group, where she has worked since 2024. With extensive experience in talent acquisition across various organizations, she is recognized for her strategic thinking and strong communication skills.
Work at Collage.com
Melina Garda currently holds the position of Associate Director, Talent Acquisition at Collage Group. She began her tenure in 2024 and has been in this role for five months. In this capacity, she is responsible for leading talent acquisition strategies and aligning them with the organization's business objectives.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her role at Collage Group, Melina Garda accumulated extensive experience in talent acquisition across various organizations. She served as Associate Director of Talent Acquisition at CB Insights from 2021 to 2023. Before that, she was the Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Guidepoint for 11 months in 2019-2020. Her career also includes a managerial position at Moody's Analytics from 2017 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Melina Garda holds an MBA in Organizational Development from Pepperdine University and a BA in History from Reed College. Her educational background supports her expertise in building and transforming people-related functions within organizations experiencing rapid growth. She possesses strong communication and data analytics skills, which she utilizes to align strategies with business needs.
Professional Interests
Melina Garda has a focus on climate sustainability and supporting refugee families, which reflects her professional interests. These areas of interest guide her approach to talent acquisition and operations, emphasizing the importance of social responsibility within her work.
Leadership in Talent Acquisition
In her roles throughout her career, Melina Garda has established herself as a trusted business partner in talent acquisition and operations. She is recognized for her strategic, systems-thinking approach, which enhances her effectiveness in aligning talent strategies with organizational goals.