Travis Garcia
About Travis Garcia
Travis Garcia is a Technical Sourcer with extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, having worked for notable companies such as Google, Okta, and Joby Aviation. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance from San Jose State University and specializes in innovative sourcing strategies and enhancing candidate experiences.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Travis Garcia currently serves as a Technical Sourcer at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2023. He operates in Santa Cruz County, California, where he utilizes his expertise in sourcing talent for the aerospace industry. In this role, he focuses on identifying and engaging candidates who align with the company's innovative mission.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Travis Garcia has a diverse background in recruitment, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He was an Account Manager at Aerotek from 2017 to 2018, and earlier served as a Recruiter at Aerotek from 2016 to 2017. He transitioned to Google as a Technical Sourcer from 2018 to 2019, and later held positions at Okta as a Senior Technical Sourcer from 2019 to 2021, and as a Lead Technical Sourcer from 2021 to 2022. Most recently, he worked at Fivetran as a Lead Technical Sourcer from 2022 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
Travis Garcia earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance from San Jose State University, completing his studies from 2010 to 2015. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his analytical skills, which he applies in his recruitment roles. He excels in conducting market research and data analysis, which informs his strategies for improving hiring processes.
Innovative Sourcing Strategies
Throughout his career, Travis Garcia has developed innovative sourcing strategies that utilize advanced tools and technologies. His approach focuses on uncovering hidden talent pools, enhancing the efficiency of the recruitment process. He emphasizes building and maintaining exceptional candidate experiences by fostering relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.