Melissa Jewison
About Melissa Jewison
Melissa Jewison serves as the Head of Global Talent at Webflow, where she has contributed significantly to the company's growth and recruitment strategies since 2022. With a diverse background in talent acquisition across various companies, she is also an advocate for women's empowerment in technology.
Work at Webflow
Melissa Jewison serves as the Head of Global Talent at Webflow, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she leads a team responsible for recruitment and talent acquisition, contributing significantly to the company's growth by hiring 170 individuals. She has played a crucial role in executive hiring, successfully recruiting a new Chief Product Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Head of Total Rewards. Jewison has implemented strategies to enhance data hygiene and operational processes, which have resulted in increased efficiency and accuracy in recruitment. Additionally, she has improved the offer acceptance rate to an average of 86%.
Previous Experience
Before joining Webflow, Melissa Jewison held various positions in talent acquisition across multiple companies. She worked at Twilio Inc. as Head of Global Go-To-Market Recruiting from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as Head of Global Revenue Recruiting at Yext from 2018 to 2020, and as Head of Global Recruiting at BlueCat for a brief period in 2018. Her earlier roles include Senior Manager, Talent at Cisco from 2015 to 2018, and Manager, Sales Recruiting at Zenefits for six months in 2015. Jewison also worked at Salesforce as Manager, Sales Recruiting from 2009 to 2015, and as Corporate Recruiter at Softchoice and ABC Group Inc. earlier in her career.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Jewison earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from the University of Toronto. Her educational background supports her extensive career in talent acquisition and human resources. Jewison has developed expertise in recruitment strategies, executive hiring, and employer branding, which she applies in her current role at Webflow. Her experience spans various sectors, including technology and sales, equipping her with a diverse skill set that enhances her effectiveness in talent management.
Achievements in Recruitment
At Webflow, Melissa Jewison has made significant contributions to recruitment processes and outcomes. She has successfully implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and data accuracy in recruitment. Jewison has also been instrumental in building Webflow's employer brand, focusing on attracting top-tier talent by promoting the company's culture and values. Her efforts have led to an increase in the offer acceptance rate, achieving an average of 86%. Additionally, she regularly conducts Quarterly Business Reviews with executive staff to optimize recruitment strategies.
Advocacy and Interests
Melissa Jewison is passionate about various social issues, including environmental sustainability, animal rights, and women's empowerment. She actively participates as a speaker and panelist for organizations like Girls in Tech and Women in Tech, advocating for the advancement of women in the technology sector. Her interests also include sports, particularly basketball, reflecting her well-rounded personality and commitment to community engagement.