Evan Petro
About Evan Petro
Evan Petro is a Senior Recruiter currently employed at Great Minds, having previously worked at Meta and 2U in various recruiting roles. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania.
Current Role at Great Minds
Evan Petro serves as a Senior Recruiter at Great Minds, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for identifying and attracting top talent to support the organization's mission. His experience in recruitment enables him to effectively align candidates with the company's goals and culture.
Previous Experience at Meta
Before joining Great Minds, Evan worked at Meta as a Leadership Recruiter for 11 months in Washington, D.C. During his tenure from 2022 to 2023, he focused on recruiting leadership roles, contributing to the company's talent acquisition strategies.
Recruitment Career at 2U
Evan Petro has extensive experience in recruitment from his time at 2U. He served as a Corporate Recruiter from 2015 to 2018 and later as a Senior Recruiter from 2018 to 2022. His roles involved sourcing and hiring candidates for various positions, enhancing the company's workforce in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Educational Background
Evan studied at Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Sports Management from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a foundation for his career in recruitment and human resources.
Early Career Experience
Evan began his career as a Sales & Marketing Intern at Aberdeen IronBirds in 2009. He later worked as an Account Executive at Ripken Baseball from 2009 to 2014, where he gained valuable experience in sales and client relations. Additionally, he worked as an Executive Recruiter at Ledgent from 2014 to 2015.