Makeda Solomon L.
About Makeda Solomon L.
Makeda Solomon L. is a Senior Talent Acquisition Recruiter with extensive experience in recruitment across various organizations. She has held significant roles at TransMedics, Inc., Syneron Candela, and King & Bishop, among others, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
Current Role at TransMedics
Makeda Solomon L. serves as a Senior Talent Acquisition Recruiter at TransMedics, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for identifying and recruiting top talent to support the company's growth and operational needs. Her expertise in talent acquisition enables her to effectively engage with candidates and streamline the hiring process.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her current position, Makeda worked as a Talent Acquisition Lead Sourcer at Ipsen for five months in 2018. She also held the role of Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at Syneron Candela from 2014 to 2018, where she managed recruitment strategies. Additionally, she has experience as a Senior Recruiter Executive Search at King & Bishop since 2019, focusing on executive-level placements.
Early Career and Contract Roles
Makeda's early career includes various contract recruitment roles, such as working as a Contract Recruiter at Harvard University in 2014 and at Emerson Hospital in the same year. She also worked as a Recruiter at Complya Consulting Group in 2016. Her experience spans multiple sectors, enhancing her versatility in recruitment.
Long-term Recruitment Experience
Makeda has extensive experience in recruitment, having worked as a Senior Agency Recruiter at Enid, Chesterfield & Co. from 2004 to 2011. She also served as a Recruiting Manager at Medical Sales Management from 2010 to 2012. Her background includes a focus on the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of talent needs in these sectors.
Educational Background
Makeda Solomon L. studied at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. This educational foundation has provided her with insights into human behavior and organizational dynamics, which are beneficial in her recruitment roles.