Taylor Knudson
About Taylor Knudson
Taylor Knudson serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Weave, where he oversees recruitment efforts across multiple locations. He has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having held various roles at companies such as Talkdesk and Target.
Current Role at Weave
Taylor Knudson serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Weave, a position held since 2023. In this role, Taylor oversees recruitment efforts for Weave's operations in Utah, India, and remote locations. Taylor provides guidance and support to a team of full cycle recruiters, ensuring that the recruitment processes are efficient and effective. A key focus is placed on maintaining secure recruitment practices, emphasizing the use of official Weave branded email for all correspondence to prevent fraud.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to joining Weave, Taylor Knudson held various roles in talent acquisition. Taylor worked at Talkdesk as a Senior Talent Acquisition Recruiter from 2018 to 2019 and later as Manager of Sales Recruiting from 2019 to 2020. Taylor's experience also includes a tenure at Mondo as a recruiter from 2015 to 2016. These positions contributed to Taylor's expertise in identifying and recruiting top talent across different sectors.
Educational Background
Taylor Knudson studied at the University of Idaho, where a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Public Relations with an emphasis in Business was achieved. Additionally, Taylor attended the University of Brighton, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. This educational background has provided a solid foundation for a career in human resources and talent acquisition.
Early Career and Leadership Roles
Taylor's early career includes significant leadership roles in student organizations and internships. Taylor served as Vice President of Public Relations for Delta Delta Delta Sorority from 2010 to 2011 and as Vice President of Operations for the Panhellenic Council at the University of Idaho from 2012 to 2013. These experiences contributed to the development of leadership and communication skills that are essential in the field of human resources.
Experience at Target
Taylor Knudson worked at Target in various human resources roles. From 2013 to 2015, Taylor served as Executive Team Leader - Human Resources, managing HR functions and team development. Additionally, Taylor completed an Executive Internship in Human Resources at Target in 2013. This experience provided valuable insights into corporate HR practices and team management.