Elizabeth Cocks, Ms
About Elizabeth Cocks, Ms
Elizabeth Cocks serves as the Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at Patra Corporation, where she has worked since 2022. With a diverse background in operational leadership and talent acquisition, she has held various roles across multiple industries, including staffing, retail, and insurance.
Current Role at Patra Corporation
Ms. Cocks currently serves as the Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at Patra Corporation, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition strategies and managing international teams located in India and the Philippines. Her focus includes ensuring team members are efficient and accurate in their recruitment efforts. Ms. Cocks advocates for work/life balance and remote work opportunities, aligning her initiatives with Patra Corporation's mission to provide technology-enabled services.
Previous Experience at Patra Corporation
Prior to her current role, Ms. Cocks worked at Patra Corporation as a Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure, she contributed to the recruitment processes and developed strategies to attract top talent. Her experience in this position laid the groundwork for her advancement to Senior Talent Acquisition Manager.
Professional Background in Talent Acquisition
Ms. Cocks has a strong background in operational leadership, which enhances her effectiveness in talent acquisition roles. Her diverse industry experience spans staffing, recruiting, retail, and insurance sectors. This varied background equips her with the skills necessary to manage teams and oversee quality, training, and process excellence across North America and internationally.
Education and Certifications
Ms. Cocks holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in General Science and Sport Studies from Grace College & Seminary, which she completed from 1994 to 1998. Additionally, she earned a Project Management Professional Certification from Project Management Academy in 2014. She also obtained a Master's degree in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University in 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in sales presentations and talent acquisition.
Career History Prior to Patra Corporation
Before joining Patra Corporation, Ms. Cocks held various managerial positions. She worked as a Branch Manager at Enterprise Rent-A-Car from 1998 to 2003 and managed operations at Starbucks from 2005 to 2014. Additionally, she served as Principal at Banister International from 2015 to 2019 and as an Actor/Classroom Facilitator at Improv Playhouse from 2011 to 2015. These roles contributed to her comprehensive understanding of operational leadership.