Walter Flores
About Walter Flores
Walter Flores serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Hagerty Consulting, where he leads recruiting efforts for significant government programs, including the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Programs. He has extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, having previously worked at Booz Allen Hamilton, CME Group, and Accenture.
Work at Hagerty
Walter Flores serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Hagerty Consulting, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads recruiting efforts for significant government programs during the Request for Proposal (RFP) phase. His responsibilities include overseeing staffing strategies and aligning recruitment with business development goals. He has played a crucial role in sourcing candidates for major initiatives, including two major F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Programs.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Prior to his current role, Walter Flores accumulated extensive experience in recruitment across various organizations. He worked at Booz Allen Hamilton as a Senior Recruiter from 2013 to 2019, where he contributed to major proposal projects that influenced staffing plans. He also held a position as a Recruiter at Accenture for 11 months in 2012-2013. Earlier, he served as an Administrative Assistant/Recruiting Coordinator at CME Group from 2008 to 2012, where he supported recruitment processes.
Military Background
Walter Flores has a background in the United States Marine Corps, where he served for one year from 2006 to 2007. His military experience informs his passion for military aviation and enhances his ability to connect with candidates from similar backgrounds. This experience also supports his efforts in diversity and military recruiting, allowing him to source a broader range of candidates for various roles.
Education and Expertise
Walter Flores studied at DePaul University, where he earned a Bachelor of Liberal Arts with a focus on Human Resources Management and Personnel Administration from 2010 to 2013. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in talent acquisition and recruitment strategies. This knowledge is instrumental in his current role, where he applies his skills to meet the needs of government programs and initiatives.
Contributions to Proposal Efforts
In his career, Walter Flores has contributed to various proposal efforts, particularly in the defense sector. He supports initiatives for the Navy/Marine Corps, focusing on mission engineering and analysis. Additionally, he is involved with the Defense Intelligence Agency, working on proposals for counterintelligence, human intelligence (HUMINT), and signals intelligence (SIGINT) instructors. His contributions are vital to the success of these projects.