Katie Ruiters
About Katie Ruiters
Katie Ruiters is an HR Business Partner at Trellix, recognized for her role in the merger of McAfee Enterprise and FireEye Security. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition and human resources management across various sectors, including startups and government agencies.
Work at Trellix
Katie Ruiters has been serving as an HR Business Partner at Trellix since 2019. In this role, she has played a significant part in the integration process during the merger of McAfee Enterprise and FireEye Security into Trellix. Her responsibilities include managing HR transitions and enhancing employee engagement, contributing to the development of a positive company culture.
Previous Employment Experience
Katie Ruiters has a diverse work history in human resources and talent acquisition. She worked at VarageSale as Talent Acquisition Lead from 2016 to 2017, and prior to that, she held positions at TunnelBear as Human Resources Manager from 2017 to 2019, and at TEKsystems as a Technical Recruiter from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, she served as a Talent Coordinator at GMR Marketing from 2009 to 2010 and as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Rakuten Kobo Inc. from 2011 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Katie Ruiters holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences from McMaster University, which she completed from 2005 to 2008. She also earned a Human Resources Certificate from Mohawk College, studying there from 2008 to 2009. Her educational background supports her expertise in managing HR transitions and enhancing employee engagement.
Background in Talent Acquisition
Katie Ruiters has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having worked in various roles that focus on recruitment and employee engagement. She served as Team Lead for Talent Acquisition at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) from 2014 to 2015 and as a Talent Acquisition Consultant from 2013 to 2016. Her experience spans multiple sectors, including startups, government agencies, and consumer electronics.
Skills in Corporate Transitions
Katie Ruiters has a strong background in managing HR transitions during company acquisitions and mergers. Her role in the acquisition of TunnelBear by McAfee highlights her capability in navigating corporate transitions effectively. She focuses on fostering positive company cultures and enhancing employee engagement, which are critical during periods of organizational change.