Andrea Cañon
About Andrea Cañon
Andrea Cañon is a Director at Kingsley Gate, where she has worked since 2023, and a Talent Consultant at Business Talent Group since 2021. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition and recruitment across various organizations in the Americas and Europe.
Current Role at Kingsley Gate Partners
Andrea Cañon serves as a Director at Kingsley Gate Partners since 2023. In this role, she focuses on executive search projects within the Americas. Her responsibilities include designing and developing internal processes and deliverables, ensuring the effectiveness of the firm's recruitment strategies. Andrea represents Mexico and the LATAM region in strategic taskforces, contributing to the firm's objectives and initiatives.
Experience in Talent Consulting
Andrea has extensive experience in talent consulting, currently working at Business Talent Group as a Talent Consultant since 2021. She has been involved in various projects across the Americas and Europe, leveraging her expertise in talent acquisition and management. Prior to this, she held positions at several organizations, including OYO México as a Talent Acquisition Manager and Performance Talent Consulting International as an Engagement Manager.
Education and Certifications
Andrea holds a Bachelor's degree in International Business Administration from Universidad Anáhuac, completed between 1997 and 2000. She furthered her education at Cornell University ILR School, where she achieved the AESC-Cornell Advanced Certificate in Executive Talent in 2022. Additionally, she completed the Certified Researcher/Associate (CRA) Program at AESC Campus from 2012 to 2013, enhancing her skills in research and recruitment.
Previous Work Experience
Andrea has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. She worked at SAP as a Senior Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Consultant, contributing to recruitment efforts in Mexico and LATAM. Her earlier roles include positions at Cigma Corp. as a Regional Senior Recruiter and interpool Personal GmbH as a Talent Acquisition Consultant, among others. This extensive experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of talent sourcing and acquisition.
Mentorship and Team Development
In her current and previous roles, Andrea has been actively involved in training and mentoring team members in research and recruiting activities. She focuses on developing the skills of her colleagues, ensuring that they are equipped to meet the demands of executive search projects. This commitment to team development reflects her dedication to fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable work environment.