Dan Klug
About Dan Klug
Dan Klug is a Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition with extensive experience in recruiting and HR operations, having previously held leadership roles at Peakon, Trustpilot, and Gray Scalable. He has a background in psychology, business, and music from Saint Michael's College and has contributed to significant corporate milestones, including IPOs and acquisitions.
Current Role at Yieldstreet
Dan Klug serves as the Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at Yieldstreet, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the financial technology sector. His responsibilities include overseeing the recruitment process for various teams, ensuring alignment with the company's growth objectives, and enhancing the overall candidate experience.
Previous Experience at Trustpilot
Prior to his current role, Dan Klug was the Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at Trustpilot from 2013 to 2019. During his tenure, he played a significant role in the company's growth and was instrumental in the successful IPO of Trustpilot in 2021. His work involved recruiting for diverse teams and contributing to the company's strategic hiring initiatives.
Professional Background in Talent Acquisition
Dan Klug has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having held various leadership roles in the field. He was the Head of Talent Acquisition at Peakon, a Workday company, from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to the acquisition of Peakon by Workday. He also worked at Gray Scalable as the Head of Recruiting and HR Operations for a brief period in 2022, further enhancing his expertise in recruitment processes.
Education and Academic Background
Dan Klug earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Saint Michael's College, where he studied Psychology, Business, and Music from 2004 to 2008. This diverse academic background has provided him with a unique perspective on human behavior and organizational dynamics, which he applies in his talent acquisition strategies.
Experience in Real Estate and D2C Fintech
Before transitioning into talent acquisition, Dan Klug worked as a Real Estate Professional at Boardwalk Properties from 2008 to 2013. He has since gained experience in the D2C fintech space, focusing on bringing alternative investments to retail investors. This combination of real estate and fintech experience informs his approach to recruiting in these sectors.