Temitayo Sapara
About Temitayo Sapara
Temitayo Sapara is a Senior Talent Associate at Sidewalk Labs, where she connects individuals with opportunities and collaborates on new ventures. She has a diverse background in recruiting and operations, having worked at notable companies such as Google, Pfizer, and Success Academy Charter Schools.
Work at Sidewalk Labs
Temitayo Sapara currently serves as a Senior Talent Associate at Sidewalk Labs, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on talent acquisition and development, contributing to the organization's mission of creating innovative urban solutions. Previously, she worked as a Talent Associate at Sidewalk Labs from 2021 to 2022, where she was involved in connecting individuals with opportunities and collaborating on new ventures.
Experience in Recruitment
Temitayo has extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition. She worked at Google via Artech Information Systems as a Recruiting Coordinator in 2018 for 10 months. Following that, she served as a Google In Residence Coordinator from 2018 to 2020 for two years. Additionally, she was a Contract Recruiting Coordinator at Pfizer from 2016 to 2018, focusing on University Relations and Diversity Recruiting.
Educational Background
Temitayo graduated from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh with a double major in Management and Business Administration. She completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 2012 to 2016. Furthermore, she participated in an Intensive Study Abroad Program at Universidade Paulista, where she earned a Certificate in Strategy and Emerging Markets in Brazil, along with Survival Portuguese.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Before her current role at Sidewalk Labs, Temitayo held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as an Operations Associate at Success Academy Charter Schools from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she served as a Peer Career Assistant at the SUNY Plattsburgh Career Development Center from 2015 to 2016, where she supported students in their career journeys.
Professional Values and Inspiration
Temitayo values being a 'value adder' and 'table shaker' in her professional approach, emphasizing the importance of making meaningful contributions in her roles. She draws inspiration from quotes by the Dalai Lama and James Humes, which highlight themes of potential, self-confidence, and leadership.