John Yarbrough
About John Yarbrough
John Yarbrough serves as the Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at KIOXIA America, Inc., where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in talent acquisition and marketing, with previous roles at companies such as Broadcom, Toshiba, and Polycom.
Current Role at Kioxia
John Yarbrough serves as the Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at Kioxia America, Inc. since 2019. In this role, he oversees all operations and talent attraction programs, managing the overall Talent Acquisition annual budget. He reports directly to the Chief Diversity Officer, which provides him with autonomy in strategic and operational aspects of talent acquisition. Yarbrough has successfully implemented the SmartRecruiters Applicant Tracking System and has led the development of Kioxia's New College Grad and Intern programs, significantly increasing the number of interns and new college graduate positions annually.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to his current position, Yarbrough worked at Toshiba Memory America, Inc. as a Talent Acquisition Manager from 2017 to 2019. He also held a role as a Technical Recruiter at Toshiba Memory America for five months in 2016. Before that, he was a Technical Recruiter at Polycom for seven months in 2016. His experience in talent acquisition spans multiple roles and companies, enhancing his expertise in recruitment strategies.
Career Background in Engineering and Marketing
John Yarbrough has a diverse background in engineering and marketing. He worked at Broadcom in various capacities, including as a Global Marketing Engineer from 1997 to 2000, a Product Marketing Engineer from 2000 to 2003, and an Account Development Manager from 2003 to 2010. His experience at Broadcom contributed to his understanding of market dynamics and product development, which he applies in his current role in talent acquisition.
Educational Qualifications
Yarbrough has a solid educational foundation in business and marketing. He studied at De Anza College from 1992 to 1994 and later attended San Jose State University, focusing on International Marketing from 1994 to 1997. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing from the University of Phoenix, where he studied from 2004 to 2011. His educational background supports his professional roles in both marketing and talent acquisition.
Achievements in Diversity and Inclusion
At Kioxia, John Yarbrough has defined and led the design and execution of a Diversity & Inclusion strategy aimed at enhancing the recruitment and hiring of underrepresented talent. He has managed the global approval and implementation of a performance management process and the full implementation of the Cornerstone system, which includes performance management, learning, and succession modules. His initiatives reflect a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.