Alana Zell (Seigel)
About Alana Zell (Seigel)
Alana Zell (Seigel) serves as the Executive Director of Talent Acquisition at Vista Equity Partners, where she focuses on executive recruiting at the CEO and CXO levels. With a background in executive search and a degree in Psychology from Williams College, she has extensive experience in talent acquisition across various sectors.
Work at Vista Equity Partners
Alana Zell currently serves as the Executive Director of Talent Acquisition at Vista Equity Partners, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on executive recruiting at the CEO and CXO levels. Prior to her current title, she worked as the Director of Executive Talent Acquisition from 2019 to 2022. During her tenure, she was responsible for talent acquisition across Vista's extensive portfolio, which includes the fourth-largest software company in the world. Her contributions have been significant in evaluating, expanding, and placing executive talent within the organization.
Previous Experience in Executive Search
Before joining Vista Equity Partners, Alana Zell worked at PierceGray for 11 years, from 2007 to 2018. In her role there, she specialized in executive search, gaining extensive experience in identifying and placing top executive talent. This background provided her with a strong foundation in talent acquisition, which she has leveraged in her subsequent roles at Vista Equity Partners.
Education and Expertise
Alana Zell earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Williams College, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. Her educational background in psychology supports her expertise in understanding human behavior, which is essential in the field of talent acquisition. This knowledge aids her in evaluating candidates and making informed decisions regarding executive placements.
Background
Alana Zell is based in Austin, Texas, United States. She has built a career in talent acquisition, focusing on executive-level recruitment. Her professional journey has included significant roles that emphasize her ability to lead talent acquisition efforts effectively. Her experience spans over a decade in the field, showcasing her commitment to identifying and securing top-tier executive talent.