Emily Hawkins
About Emily Hawkins
Emily Hawkins is a Senior Talent Acquisition Manager with a diverse background in digital marketing and recruitment, having held various roles at organizations such as adidas and Meta. She is passionate about building efficient processes and team culture, and enjoys outdoor activities and Kansas City BBQ.
Current Role at Thesis
Emily Hawkins serves as the Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at Thesis, a position she has held since 2024. In this hybrid role based in Portland, Oregon, she focuses on enhancing recruitment strategies and fostering a positive team culture. Her responsibilities include developing efficient and equitable hiring processes that align with the company's values.
Previous Experience in Digital Marketing
Emily Hawkins worked as the Digital Marketing Manager at Great Plains SPCA from 2013 to 2017 in Merriam, Kansas. In this role, she managed various marketing initiatives to promote the organization's mission. Prior to that, she served as a Digital Marketing Specialist at The Salvation Army for one year in Kansas City, Missouri, where she contributed to digital outreach efforts.
Recruitment Experience at adidas and Meta
Hawkins has extensive experience in recruitment, having worked at adidas in various roles, including Senior Recruiter and Recruitment Manager for Global Brands from 2020 to 2022. She also served as a Senior Technical/Creative Recruiter at Meta from 2022 to 2023. Her roles involved sourcing talent and implementing recruitment strategies to meet organizational needs.
Educational Background
Emily Hawkins earned her Master of Arts in Communication from the University of Central Missouri, where she studied from 2010 to 2012. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from MidAmerica Nazarene University, which she completed from 2002 to 2006. Her educational background supports her expertise in communication and recruitment.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
In her personal life, Emily Hawkins enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking and camping. She has a strong interest in Kansas City BBQ and enjoys discussing its merits. Additionally, she engages in hobbies like baking, gardening, reading, and solving puzzles, reflecting her diverse interests outside of her professional career.