Shirley Webb

Responsible for the U.S. Recruitment HUB, bringing sourcing in-house to reduce external hiring costs by 88% and accelerate time-to-hire through KPI-driven optimization. Developed a centralized recruitment platform that streamlined processes and made tools more accessible for hiring teams. Aligned hiring strategies with business goals and market insights to drive workforce growth across the Americas. Partnered with global leaders to ensure structured interviews, compliance, and strong candidate alignment. Maintained a 90% retention rate among passively recruited new hires—reflecting a deep focus on purpose-fit recruiting and long-term success.

Founded and scaled a profitable specialty cookie business, leveraging referrals, social media strategy, and exceptional service to build a loyal customer base. Demonstrated entrepreneurial resourcefulness by identifying market demand and sustaining profitability without external funding or paid advertising. Created and optimized end-to-end operational processes, including branding, inventory management, and invoicing, to run the business independently and efficiently. Built a trusted brand through consistent quality, community engagement, and customer-centric service, resulting in repeat clients and word-of-mouth growth.

Board Member - worked with a group of 7 people in development phase of non - profit organization Exercised a passion for a new community and an entrepreneurial mindset to help develop and support this non-profit organization focused on addressing the prevalent issue of animal abandonment in the Midland area. Working board member: Human Resources, Business, Marketing Development, Fund Raising

Executive Search & Contract Staffing. Customized professional searches based on needs of client companies. Developed and implemented strategic recruiting initiatives Partnered with managers in planning and forecasting future recruiting needs Managed full cycle recruiting and hiring processes to meet growth objectives Created and implemented employment and marketing strategies Consulted and guided hiring managers and interview teams on interviewing and selection techniques within multiple tiers from an organizational perspective

Launched and led the company’s professional search function, generating over $1M in revenue across specialized divisions (Engineering, IT, HR, Accounting & Finance, Generalist). Managed a team of eight recruiters, providing hands-on training in both professional search and contract staffing to enhance dual-role capabilities. Balanced leadership duties with active recruiting in Accounting & Finance until role transition in 2003. Achieved national recognition as the top-performing division for eight consecutive years.

Managed full-cycle recruiting, including direct sales, hiring, coaching, and successful placement of professionals in contract staffing and contract-to-hire roles. Developed and implemented strategic recruiting initiatives to meet client growth objectives. Partnered with hiring managers to forecast recruiting needs and guide interview and selection processes. Created and deployed employment marketing strategies to support customized talent acquisition efforts.