Kara Hudgins
About Kara Hudgins
Kara Hudgins is a Direct Placement Manager at Insight Global, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in recruiting and reporting, she has developed skills in negotiation, sales, and human resources.
Current Role as Direct Placement Manager
Kara Hudgins currently serves as the Direct Placement Manager at Insight Global, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees direct placements and manages recruitment processes within the staffing and recruiting sector. Her responsibilities include coordinating with clients to understand their staffing needs and ensuring that the recruitment team meets those requirements effectively. She operates out of Denver, Colorado, where she has developed a strong understanding of the local job market.
Previous Experience at Insight Global
Kara Hudgins has extensive experience at Insight Global, having worked in various roles from 2015 to 2020. She began her tenure as a Recruiter for nine months before transitioning to an Account Manager role, which she held for four years. During her time as an Account Manager, she focused on client relationship management and recruitment strategies. Her experience culminated in her current position as Direct Placement Manager, where she applies her knowledge of the staffing industry.
Background in Journalism
Before her career in staffing and recruitment, Kara Hudgins worked in journalism. She served as a Reporter at WUFT-FM for 11 months in 2013 and later as a TV Reporter at WUFT News from 2013 to 2015. In these roles, she developed skills in storytelling and communication, which have contributed to her effectiveness in recruitment and client interactions.
Education and Expertise
Kara Hudgins earned her Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications from the University of Florida, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in communication and media, which complements her expertise in the staffing and recruiting industry. She possesses skills in negotiation, outside sales, self-management, human resources, and teamwork.
Leadership Experience in Sorority
Kara Hudgins held a leadership position as the Formal Recruitment Chair for Alpha Delta Pi Sorority from 2013 to 2014. In this role, she was responsible for organizing recruitment events and managing the recruitment process for new members. This experience enhanced her leadership skills and provided her with insights into group dynamics and recruitment strategies.