Rossana Urdaneta
About Rossana Urdaneta
Rossana Urdaneta is a Technical Recruiting Lead at Modern Health, where she has significantly contributed to workforce growth and leads the Mi Gente Employee Resource Group. With extensive experience in technical recruiting across various companies, she has played a pivotal role in establishing Lyft's office in Mexico City and expanding its engineering team in the US.
Work at Modern Health
Rossana Urdaneta has been working at Modern Health since 2021 as a Technical Recruiter and Mi Gente ERG Lead. In her role, she has significantly contributed to the expansion of the company's workforce, helping to grow the number of full-time employees from 29 in January 2020 to over 300. Urdaneta's efforts are aimed at further increasing this number, with plans to double the workforce by the end of the year. She leads the Mi Gente Employee Resource Group, which focuses on supporting and empowering people of color within the tech industry.
Previous Experience in Technical Recruiting
Prior to her current role, Rossana Urdaneta worked at Lyft as a Senior Technical Recruiter from 2019 to 2021. In this position, she played a key role in establishing Lyft's new office in Mexico City and expanding the engineering team in the United States. Before Lyft, she was employed at TechLink Resources, Inc as a Technical Recruiter from 2016 to 2019, and at Modis as an Executive Recruiter for a brief period in 2016. Urdaneta also has experience as an Account Executive and Technical Recruiting Manager at Vircon N from 2010 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Rossana Urdaneta possesses extensive expertise in technical recruiting, having worked in various capacities within the field for over a decade. Her background includes significant roles in both recruitment and account management, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of the technical hiring landscape. Urdaneta's experience spans multiple organizations and industries, contributing to her proficiency in identifying and attracting top talent in technology.
Achievements in Workforce Growth
During her tenure at Modern Health, Rossana Urdaneta has been instrumental in workforce growth, contributing to a substantial increase in employee numbers. Her strategic recruitment efforts have played a crucial role in scaling the organization rapidly. Urdaneta's leadership in the Mi Gente Employee Resource Group further highlights her commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the tech sector.
Personal Interests and Activities
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Rossana Urdaneta has a passion for fitness. She regularly engages in activities such as using a Peloton and attending Barry's Bootcamp. Additionally, Urdaneta is an avid traveler, having visited various countries including England, France, and Spain. Her travel experiences have enriched her understanding of different cultures, which she values in both her personal and professional life.