Samantha Himmel
About Samantha Himmel
Samantha Himmel is a Technical Talent Acquisition Partner based in New York, with over seven years of experience in technical recruitment. She has worked for various companies, including Kustomer, Drizly, and Wayfair, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services from the University of Delaware.
Work at Kustomer
Samantha Himmel currently serves as a Technical Talent Acquisition Partner at Kustomer, a role she has held since 2023. In this position, she focuses on building Kustomer's Engineering organization, leveraging her extensive experience in technical recruitment. Her responsibilities include identifying and attracting top technical talent to support the company's growth and innovation in customer service solutions.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Kustomer, Samantha Himmel accumulated significant experience in technical talent acquisition. She worked at Drizly as a Technical Talent Acquisition Partner from 2021 to 2023, where she contributed to the recruitment of technical professionals. Prior to that, she held various roles at Wayfair, including Senior Recruiter for Infrastructure & Employee Tech and Recruiter for Data Solutions and Infrastructure, from 2019 to 2021. Her earlier experience includes a role as a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Huxley, focusing on Open Source Technology.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Himmel earned her Bachelor's Degree in Human Services with a Clinical Concentration from the University of Delaware, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, she attended UC Santa Barbara for 11 months in 2016, focusing on Child Life. Her educational background provides a foundation for her expertise in understanding candidate needs and aligning them with organizational goals in technical recruitment.
Background and Location
Samantha Himmel is native to New York, which enhances her understanding of the local job market and its dynamics. Her geographical knowledge supports her efforts in talent acquisition, allowing her to effectively engage with potential candidates in the region. This local insight is a valuable asset in her recruitment strategies.
Social Media Engagement
Samantha Himmel actively promotes open job positions using the hashtag #SamiSays on social media platforms. This initiative helps to increase visibility for job opportunities and engage with a broader audience, showcasing her commitment to connecting talent with potential employers.