Leif Wennerstrom
About Leif Wennerstrom
Leif Wennerstrom serves as the VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Dialpad, bringing extensive experience in talent acquisition across various technology companies. His expertise includes executive search, talent brand development, and building diverse teams, having previously held significant roles at Procore Technologies, SAP, Cloudera, and others.
Work at Dialpad
Leif Wennerstrom currently serves as the VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Dialpad, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on attracting and enabling talent in the artificial intelligence sector. His efforts contribute to Dialpad's growth by building a strong pipeline of candidates suited for the evolving technology landscape.
Previous Experience at Procore Technologies
Leif Wennerstrom has held multiple roles at Procore Technologies, including Director of Business and University Talent Acquisition from 2019 to 2021, and Director of Executive and International Talent Acquisition from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he developed an 'anywhere to anywhere' talent acquisition model that reduced the cost per hire and enhanced satisfaction for hiring managers and candidates.
Expertise in Talent Acquisition
Leif Wennerstrom possesses extensive expertise in executive search, talent brand development, and technology recruitment. His experience includes international talent acquisition and new market expansion, with a focus on building diverse, high-performing teams within the technology sector. He has successfully scaled four sub-1000 person companies, enhancing their recruitment strategies.
Educational Background
Leif Wennerstrom earned a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Southern Methodist University. His educational background supports his career in talent acquisition, equipping him with the necessary communication skills to effectively engage with candidates and stakeholders.
Career History and Roles
Leif Wennerstrom's career includes significant roles at various companies. He worked at SAP as a Senior Recruiter from 2004 to 2006, at Cloudera as Head of Global Field Recruiting from 2013 to 2015, and at Cisco as Senior Manager of Global Talent Acquisition from 2016 to 2017. His diverse experience spans multiple aspects of recruitment and talent management across the technology industry.