Dave Cannon

Lead the modernization of Gentis Solutions’ talent acquisition function, reshaping our recruitment strategy to meet the rapidly evolving demands of the IT sector. My focus is on transforming traditional processes through AI-driven automation, predictive insights, and operational efficiency.

Elevated the performance and capabilities of the TA organization to address increasingly complex client requirements in advanced technology environments. By closely aligning with sales and client delivery teams, I translated nuanced technical needs into targeted recruitment strategies that consistently delivered exceptional talent outcomes. Key Achievements: Increased candidate sourcing efficiency using advanced Boolean, market intelligence, and AI-driven insights. Improved speed and quality of delivery by building a repeatable, data-backed process for evaluating technical and cultural fit. Strengthened long term client relationships through proactive talent pipeline development, resulting in extended engagements and expanded project support. Reinforced a relationship first talent approach, prioritizing ongoing candidate engagement even after placement to maintain a future-ready pipeline.

Led and developed a high-performing recruiting team responsible for delivering top-tier technical talent across direct hire, contract, C2H, and C2C engagements. I introduced modern sourcing strategies, coached recruiters on emerging technologies, and ensured operational excellence throughout the full hiring lifecycle. Highlights: Implemented innovative tools and search techniques like Boolean and natural language searches to increase candidate recruiter sourcing productivity. Collaborated with sales to scope client needs and deliver customized hiring solutions that fostered customer trust and repeat business. Oversaw all aspects of immigration and visa compliance, including transfers and sponsorships. Managed end-to-end recruitment operations, ensuring seamless candidate experience from sourcing through onboarding.

Mastering IT Jargon. High-volume MSP recruitment in IT and functional space Deciphering complex technical requirements with precision and adaptability. Balancing candidate expectations and client budgets. Implementing strategies to minimize candidate drop-off and maintain engagement throughout the hiring process.

Operations manager for the leading smartphone and electronics repair company in the state of Hawaii. In charge of all day to day activities at multiple locations across the state. We are a one-stop repair center for hardware/software problems with smartphones, iPads, computers, consoles, hard drive/flash memory data recovery and motherboard micro soldering repair.