Sara Geerdes
About Sara Geerdes
Sara Geerdes is a Manager of Talent Acquisition for North America at Vantage Data Centers, where she focuses on enhancing candidate experiences and mentoring her team. With over a decade of experience in talent acquisition, she has held various roles at companies like Staples and A-1 CAREERS, and she actively participates in diversity initiatives within her field.
Current Role at Vantage Data Centers
Sara Geerdes serves as the Manager of Talent Acquisition for North America at Vantage Data Centers. She has held this position since 2024, working from Denver, Colorado. In her role, she focuses on enhancing the candidate experience and leading recruitment initiatives. She also mentors and trains members of the Talent Acquisition team to ensure efficient program flow.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her current role, Sara Geerdes worked at Staples in various talent acquisition positions. She was a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2011 to 2019, followed by a role as a Senior Specialist in Talent Acquisition Operations from 2019 to 2020. She also held a brief position as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2020 to 2021. Her experience at Staples spanned over eight years in remote and Colorado locations.
Background in Recruitment
Before joining Staples, Sara Geerdes worked as a Senior Recruiter at A-1 CAREERS from 2007 to 2011 in Broomfield, Colorado. She began her career in recruitment as an Assistant Manager at Howroyd Group from 2004 to 2007. This diverse background has contributed to her expertise in talent acquisition.
Education and Early Life
Sara Geerdes completed her secondary education at Richland Hills High School. The specific details regarding her further education are not provided. Her foundational education has supported her career in talent acquisition.
Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
In her current and previous roles, Sara Geerdes has been involved in diversity and inclusion initiatives within talent acquisition practices. She collaborates with various stakeholders across departments, including Design & Engineering, Construction, Software Engineering, IT, Finance, Operations, and Human Resources, to enhance recruitment strategies.