Ann Mestrovich
About Ann Mestrovich
Ann Mestrovich is a Talent Acquisition Partner at The Standard, specializing in workforce planning and talent identification that aligns with the company's values. With a background in educational development and business, she has held various roles in organizations focused on professional growth and development since the early 2000s.
Current Role at The Standard
Ann Mestrovich serves as a Talent Acquisition Partner at The Standard, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on workforce planning and development, utilizing a solutions-oriented approach to relationship development. She specializes in identifying talent that aligns with The Standard's core values, which include integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to prioritizing people. Ann leads the company's university recruiting efforts, specifically targeting high-performing candidates for finance, accounting, and underwriting leadership roles.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current role, Ann Mestrovich accumulated a diverse range of experience in various organizations. She worked as a Project Associate at the Academy for Educational Development from 2001 to 2002. Ann also held the position of Program Manager at the IRIS Center at the University of Maryland from 2003 to 2006. Additionally, she served as a Program Analyst at the American International Health Alliance from 2001 to 2003 and as Manager of Business Development at the Buffalo Niagara Partnership from 2007 to 2011. She briefly worked as Business Development Director at Canisius College Center for Professional Development in 2011.
Educational Background
Ann Mestrovich earned her Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies and Political Science from Alfred University, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in International Development from American University, completing her studies from 1999 to 2001. This educational foundation supports her expertise in talent acquisition and workforce development.
Professional Development at Portland State University
In addition to her role at The Standard, Ann Mestrovich has been serving as the Assistant Director of Employer Relations at Portland State University since 2012. In this capacity, she is involved in advising and career services, where she focuses on building relationships between students and potential employers. Her work at the university complements her talent acquisition efforts, enhancing her ability to connect high-quality candidates with opportunities in the workforce.