Sheryl Hanson

Experienced, globally-driven Talent Acquisition & Talent Development professional with expertise in building and scaling successful programs from the ground up. History of planning, project managing, and implementing complex learning events on multiple continents, resulting in program growth and demonstrated ROI to executive leadership. Skilled in multi-million dollar budget management, collaboration with leaders, employees, candidates/students, external stakeholders, and HR professionals from diverse cultural/business backgrounds. Known for inclusive and positive approach, integrity, knowledge sharing, and trusted advisor relationships.

Experience

Company Name Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Total Duration4 yrs 5 mos

Independent Recruiting Consultant

• Dates EmployedSep 2016 – Present
• Employment Duration3 yrs
• Location Seattle, WA

Senior Recruiter (Contract through Volt)

• Dates EmployedApr 2015 – Sep 2016
• Employment Duration1 yr 6 mos
• Location Seattle, WA

Company Nam eMicrosoft Corporation

Total Duration7 yrs 4 mos

Learning & Development Consultant

• Dates EmployedSep 2012 – Dec 2014
• Employment Duration2 yrs 4 mos
• Location Redmond, WA

Global Program Manager

• Dates EmployedSep 2007 – Sep 2012
• Employment Duration5 yrs 1 mo
• Location Redmond, WA

Company Name Microsoft Pty Ltd, Sydney Australia

Total Duration7 yrs

Enterprise Services Recruiter

• Dates EmployedAug 2000 – Aug 2002
• Employment Duration2 yrs 1 mo

Senior Technical Recruiter

• Dates EmployedSep 1995 – Aug 2000
• Employment Duration5 yrs

Education

University of Pennsylvania

• Degree Name Bachelor's Degree Field Of StudyUrban Studies Activities and Societies: Officer, Kite & Key Society. Trident Editor, Delta Delta Delta. Member, Mortar Board Honor Society.

Graduated cum laude in Urban Studies. Minored in French. Overseas Studies Program: 1 semester at Columbia University/Reid Hall in Paris, focus on urban architecture/design history, French history, art history and language.