Kathy Brown
About Kathy Brown
Kathy Brown serves as the Vice President and Manager of Recruiting and Retention at WesBanco, where she has worked since 2019. With over 20 years of experience in executive search and talent acquisition, she has developed strategies that enhance business outcomes across various industries.
Work at WesBanco Bank
Kathy Brown serves as the Vice President and Manager of Recruiting and Retention at WesBanco Bank, a position she has held since 2019. Based in the Wheeling, West Virginia area, she has contributed to the bank's talent acquisition efforts for over five years. In her role, she focuses on developing strategies to attract and retain top talent, ensuring that the bank meets its staffing needs effectively.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining WesBanco Bank, Kathy Brown worked as a Talent Advisor (Contract) at NOVA Chemicals from 2017 to 2019. Her career also includes significant roles at PNC Financial Services Group, where she served as Vice President and Executive Recruiting Manager from 2012 to 2015, and as a Senior Executive Recruiter from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she worked at IBM from 1996 to 2000 in various staffing roles, gaining extensive experience in executive search and talent acquisition.
Education and Expertise
Kathy Brown earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Information Systems from Robert Morris University. With over 20 years of experience in the executive search and talent acquisition field, she has developed expertise in behavioral interviewing, compensation negotiation, and strategic planning. Her knowledge spans various industries, allowing her to provide tailored recruitment solutions.
Achievements in Executive Search
Kathy Brown has a proven track record in sourcing high-level candidates for executive roles, including Presidents, COOs, Regional Presidents, CIOs, and Corporate Controllers. She is known for her consultative and innovative approach, advising senior executives on business issues and talent acquisition strategies. Her ability to develop short and long-term talent acquisition strategies has driven business results across the organizations she has worked with.
Specializations in Human Resources Management
Kathy Brown specializes in a wide range of areas within human resources management, including executive search, talent management, and leadership development. Her extensive background allows her to focus on both executive-level positions and highly visible individual contributor roles, ensuring that organizations secure the right talent to meet their strategic objectives.