Tessa Grashuis
About Tessa Grashuis
Tessa Grashuis is a Senior Recruiter at Nomad, where she has significantly contributed to team growth and the development of new business lines. With a background in various recruiting roles and a strong foundation in communication, she excels in building solutions and enhancing processes.
Work at Nomad
Tessa Grashuis serves as a Senior Recruiter at Nomad, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she has led recruiting projects that have contributed to team growth and efficiency, as well as the development of new business lines. As the founding and sole recruiter, she played a significant role in shaping and scaling the Talent Acquisition Organization. Tessa collaborates with leaders across the company to support the overall growth strategy, ensuring that each team is effectively staffed to meet its objectives.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current role at Nomad, Tessa Grashuis accumulated diverse experience in recruitment and admissions. She worked as a Recruiter at Zillow from 2017 to 2021, and as a Senior Recruiter at DaVita Kidney Care for one year in 2016. Tessa also held positions as a Recruiter in Admissions at Southwestern Michigan College from 2013 to 2015 and as an Admissions Assistant Intern at Kalamazoo Valley Community College in 2012. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Sales Associate at The Limited from 2009 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Tessa Grashuis has a strong educational background in communication and media studies. She studied at Western Michigan University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from 2010 to 2012. She also attended Central Michigan University for a year, focusing on Communication and Media Studies. Additionally, Tessa studied at Lancaster University, completing a study abroad program in Communication in 2011. She holds a Certificate of International Studies from Kalamazoo Valley Community College.
Professional Philosophy
Tessa Grashuis embodies a 'build a bridge as I cross it' philosophy, which reflects her approach to tackling challenges. She thrives on building solutions from scratch and making continuous improvements. This mindset aligns with her passion for project management and process improvement, allowing her to look at challenges from multiple angles and design effective solutions.