Randi Giwner Valdes
About Randi Giwner Valdes
Randi Giwner Valdes serves as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Patina, a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in talent acquisition and a background in finance, she has worked in various leadership roles across healthcare and tech sectors.
Work at Patina
Randi Giwner Valdes has been serving as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Patina since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the recruitment strategies and talent acquisition processes within the organization. Her focus includes enhancing the recruitment experience and ensuring alignment with the company's goals. Valdes brings her extensive experience in HR and talent acquisition to Patina, contributing to the development of effective hiring practices.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her current role, Randi Giwner Valdes held several key positions in talent acquisition. She worked at Vida Health as Head of Talent from 2021 to 2022 and previously served as Director of Talent Acquisition, Diversity & Inclusion at MDLIVE, Inc. from 2017 to 2019. Her experience also includes a brief tenure at Doctor On Demand as Director of Talent Acquisition in 2021 and a decade-long position at Resources Global Professionals as Director of Recruiting.
Education and Expertise
Randi Giwner Valdes earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Florida International University. Her educational background, combined with her professional experience, equips her with a strong foundation in financial and business acumen. This expertise enhances her capabilities in HR and talent acquisition, allowing her to implement effective strategies that align with organizational objectives.
Advisory Role at Syelo
In addition to her role at Patina, Randi Giwner Valdes serves as an Advisor at Syelo since 2023. In this capacity, she influences the development of a candidate-sharing platform designed to automate candidate sourcing. Her involvement reflects her commitment to advancing innovative solutions in talent acquisition and enhancing recruitment processes within the industry.
Skills and Specializations
Randi Giwner Valdes possesses a multifaceted skill set that includes talent planning, succession planning, benefits administration, performance management, employee relations, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). She specializes in crafting and implementing HR policies that enhance staff performance and promote standardization across departments. Valdes is recognized for her ability to build high-performing, cross-functional teams and develop robust talent pipelines.