Lorena Wiant
About Lorena Wiant
Lorena Wiant is a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist currently working at Project Canary in Denver, Colorado. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition and office management, having held various roles at companies including Optimal Home Care, Machol & Johannes, and Kohl's Department Stores.
Work at Project Canary
Lorena Wiant has been serving as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Project Canary since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for sourcing and recruiting top talent to support the company's growth and operational needs. Her experience in talent acquisition allows her to effectively identify candidates who align with the organization's values and objectives. Project Canary operates in the environmental sector, focusing on providing data-driven solutions for sustainability.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Project Canary, Lorena Wiant worked as a Talent Acquisition Manager at Machol & Johannes, LLC from 2018 to 2021. During her tenure, she managed the recruitment process, ensuring the firm attracted qualified candidates. Prior to this role, she served as a Recruitment Coordinator at Optimal Home Care, Inc. for eight months in 2018, where she supported the recruitment efforts of the organization.
Career Background
Lorena Wiant has a diverse work history that includes various roles in talent acquisition and customer service. She began her career as a Floor Associate at Kohl's Department Stores in 2009, later advancing to a Loss Prevention Supervisor position from 2010 to 2015. She also worked at Cold Stone Creamery as a Store Manager from 2007 to 2009. Her experience at Optimal Home Care, Inc. included positions as Office Experience Supervisor and Executive Assistant from 2016 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Lorena Wiant studied Criminal Justice and Corrections at Mesa State College from 2011 to 2015. This educational background provides her with a foundational understanding of legal and ethical considerations, which can be beneficial in her role in talent acquisition. Her expertise encompasses various aspects of recruitment, including candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.