Rachel Karsten
About Rachel Karsten
Rachel Karsten is a Talent Development Coordinator at Faire, where she has worked since 2022. Previously, she served as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at BlackBerry and has extensive experience in recruitment and talent development.
Work at Faire
Rachel Karsten has been serving as the Talent Development Coordinator at Faire since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing talent development strategies and initiatives within the organization. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, she has contributed to the company's recruitment processes and employee development programs over the past two years.
Previous Experience at BlackBerry
Prior to her role at Faire, Rachel worked at BlackBerry as a Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2018 to 2022. During her four years there, she specialized in university and college recruitment. Rachel was responsible for full cycle recruitment, managing over 40 student requisitions every four months, which included both technical and non-technical positions.
Education and Expertise
Rachel holds a Bachelor's degree in Honours Communications from Wilfrid Laurier University, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, she obtained a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from Conestoga College, completing her studies from 2017 to 2018. Her educational background supports her expertise in talent development and recruitment.
Recruitment and HR Skills
In her professional roles, Rachel has demonstrated proficiency in managing HR processes and recruitment activities using Workday. She has experience in preparing comprehensive employee offer documentation, which includes background screening, references, and offer letters. Rachel has also secured partnerships with key stakeholders and actively participated in planning and attending recruitment events and job fairs.
Panel Presentations and Industry Engagement
Rachel has presented on panels at various events, showcasing her expertise in talent development and recruitment. Her involvement in these events highlights her commitment to sharing knowledge and engaging with the broader professional community in her field.