Byron Kendal
About Byron Kendal
Byron Kendal serves as the VP of Talent at Rokt, where he leads recruiting efforts and has extensive experience in preparing companies for IPO readiness. His career spans various roles in talent acquisition across multiple industries and countries, including significant positions at Warby Parker, Intersection, and Better.
Current Role at Rokt
Byron Kendal serves as the Vice President of Talent at Rokt, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on leading the talent acquisition strategy and building high-performing recruiting teams. His expertise in preparing companies for IPO readiness is instrumental in aligning talent strategies with business growth objectives.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to his current role, Byron Kendal held several key positions in talent acquisition. He worked at Better as a Senior Talent Acquisition Leader from 2019 to 2022. Before that, he was the Director of Talent Acquisition at Updater from 2018 to 2019 and at Intersection from 2016 to 2018. He also served as the Head of Recruiting at Warby Parker for one year in 2015-2016.
Educational Background
Byron Kendal studied at the Canberra Institute of Technology, where he earned a Diploma in Management from 2002 to 2004. He furthered his education by completing a course in People Analytics at the University of Pennsylvania, enhancing his skills in data-driven talent management.
Global Recruiting Expertise
Byron Kendal has extensive experience overseeing global recruiting efforts, particularly in technology and go-to-market functions. His career spans multiple countries, including the US, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, allowing him to bring a diverse international perspective to talent acquisition.
Industry Experience
Byron Kendal has broad industry experience across various sectors, including fintech, software, applications, hardware, advertising and media, professional services, consulting, and direct-to-consumer retail and lifestyle brands. This diverse background informs his strategic approach to talent acquisition.