Laura Olekas
About Laura Olekas
Laura Olekas is a Talent Acquisition Manager at NWEA, where she has worked since 2012. With a background in Behavioral Sciences and experience in recruiting, she specializes in sourcing talent for remote positions and supports hiring managers in finding suitable candidates.
Work at NWEA
Laura Olekas has served as the Talent Acquisition Manager at NWEA since 2012. In this role, she focuses on sourcing and recruiting talent, particularly for remote positions. Her responsibilities include collaborating with hiring managers to identify the best candidates for their teams. Laura's tenure at NWEA spans over a decade, during which she has contributed to the organization's talent acquisition strategies.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before her current role at NWEA, Laura Olekas worked as a Senior I.T. Recruiter at Fiserv from 2011 to 2012 in the Portland, Oregon area. Her experience in recruitment also includes an eight-year tenure as a District Manager at Kelly Financial Resources from 2002 to 2010. These positions have equipped her with extensive knowledge in identifying and recruiting top talent.
Education and Expertise
Laura Olekas holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Behavioral Sciences from National University. She also studied at Solano Community College. Her educational background supports her expertise in understanding candidate motivations and behaviors, which is essential in talent acquisition.
Career Passion
Laura Olekas is passionate about assisting individuals in advancing their careers. This commitment drives her work in talent acquisition, where she aims to connect candidates with opportunities that align with their professional goals. Her focus on career advancement reflects her dedication to the field of recruitment.