Debbie Weltin-Katzbeck
Currently exploring new executive opportunities where I can leverage my expertise in transforming talent acquisition functions and driving organizational growth through innovative people strategies A strategic and results-driven Talent Acquisition and Management executive with a proven track record of designing and leading global strategies that fuel business growth, elevate employer brand, and drive inclusive hiring practices. Known for building high-performing consultative teams and delivering scalable solutions that align with organizational objectives across diverse industries and geographies. Expert in full-cycle recruiting, process automation, succession planning and internal mobility, lean-certified process optimization, and proactive talent pipeline development through both active and passive sourcing strategies. Passionate about continuous improvement, mentorship, and creating sustainable talent programs that support long-term workforce development. Talent Strategy / Process Optimization | Inclusive Hiring Solutions | Recruitment Metrics and Analytics | Employer Branding | AI / ML Process Optimization | Talent Pipeline Management | Budget Management | Client Relationship Management | Project Management | Media Strategy | Technology Implementation and Management | Executive Collaboration | Team Leadership | Vendor Management | Global Compliance | Executive Search
Jurisdiction
United States
Experience
Global Head Talent Acquisition, 2021-2025 • Consolidated a global recruiting team across Latin America, EMEA, North and South Asia, and North America; implemented standardized operating procedures and automation to streamline operations, reduce team size by 40%, and consistently exceed key time-to-fill performance metrics. • Implemented Bronze-certified Talent Acquisition SOPs, achieving a time-to-accept rate of 37.1 days, surpassing key performance indicators (KPIs) by nearly 28 days and industry benchmarks by over 100 days. • Directed enterprise-wide talent acquisition strategy, leveraging Workday and Beamery, including AI-driven tools, to optimize workflows, enhance candidate engagement, and drive measurable process efficiencies across global hiring operations. • Championed succession planning and internal mobility initiatives that accounted for 27.9% of global hiring, strengthening talent pipelines, reducing external recruitment costs, and accelerating time-to-productivity across key markets. • Established a consultative Talent Acquisition Advisor model balancing Niche Technical Recruiters with High Volume Recruiting, embedding strategic TA leadership into business units to drive measurable impact on organizational goals. • Designed and executed world-class recruitment marketing program, driving talent attraction strategies globally, increasing impressions, clicks to career site, clickthrough rate, applications, and hires. Strategy decreased costs and increased hires year over year with limited budget. • Led the development and launch of a new employer brand and employer value proposition, resulting in a 200% increase in career site traffic within the first year. • Standardized University Recruiting Strategy with 67% of eligible interns converting to full-time employees. • Led the design and implementation of a comprehensive technical and behavioral competency framework aligned with the 70/20/10 development model, enabling targeted learning pathways, scalable leadership development, and measurable skill progression across global teams. • Launched DEI hiring partnership with key organizations, in partnership with University Recruiting Strategy, driving an 846% increase in diverse candidate pipeline within the first year and 33% increase in hiring. • Served as the Executive Sponsor Disability Employee Resource Group established in June 2024, one of three newly implemented resource groups. • Served as Neurodiversity Spokesperson, promoting awareness and advocating for children and adults.