Shannon Murray
Executive Recruiter
Orange County,California
Work Preference
Summary
Technology recruiting and business development professional with extensive experience spanning technical recruitment, talent acquisition, event management, communications, marketing, sponsorship development, and community engagement. Experienced in recruiting highly skilled technology professionals across Java, JavaScript, cloud, DevOps, data, and open-source technology environments. Strong background in strategic partnerships, large-scale events, sponsorship development, revenue generation, and communications.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Recruiter
Glerodan
02.2022 - Current
- Wrote executive job descriptions and lists of qualifications for client companies.
- Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events, and job fairs.
- Streamlined executive background check processes.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
Technical Recruiter
WORKBRIDGE ASSOCIATES
Orange County, California
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Recruit and place highly skilled technology professionals for companies with complex and specialized technology requirements.
- Specialize in open-source and modern technology environments including Java, J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot, Microservices, AWS, RESTful Web Services, databases, data platforms, and related technologies.
- Recruit across JavaScript technologies including Angular, React, Vue, Redux, Node.js, Express, MongoDB, and related frameworks.
- Partner with clients and candidates to understand technical requirements, hiring needs, and career objectives.
- Build and maintain relationships within competitive technology talent markets.
- Technology: Java, J2EE, Spring MVC, Spring Cloud, Spring Integration, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Microservices, Hibernate, Apache Camel, CI/CD, REST, Web APIs, AWS, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Cassandra, Hadoop, Spark, Pig, Hive, RabbitMQ, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Angular, React, Vue, Redux, Bootstrap, Express, Node.js, MongoDB, jQuery, AJAX, Windows, Linux, PHP, Laravel, Python, Django, Ruby on Rails.
Independent Consultant - Golf Tournament Manager
RANCHO SANTA FE COMMUNITY CENTER
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Planned and executed the Rancho Santa Fe 'All Fore the Community' annual golf tournament.
- Managed event logistics including contract negotiations, sponsorship solicitation, player recruitment, donation requests, and event setup.
- Prepared and produced the Banquet Event Order for the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club and Community Center.
- Secured sponsorships ranging from $250 to $10,000.
Independent Consultant - Race & Expo Manager
EASY DAY SPORTS
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Planned and executed annual races including Golden Heart 4.9K, Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon & 5K, and SB100.
- Managed sponsorships, venue negotiations, registration, marketing materials, race production, and event-day execution.
- Worked with major stakeholders including the San Francisco 49ers, Kaiser Permanente, and Dallas Cowboys.
Outside Sales & Events Manager
ROAD RUNNER SPORTS
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Developed and negotiated strategic partnerships with race organizations, securing sponsorship opportunities from $500 to more than $10,000.
- Led event planning from contract negotiation through post-event completion and coordinated cross-functional planning committees.
- Generated more than $695,000 in grassroots revenue against a $500,000 annual sales goal through more than 175 events.
- Managed events ranging from 50-person community programs to events involving 20,000+ attendees.
- Developed community-focused events, identified market trends, and presented recommendations to the Executive Team.
- Led media initiatives including pitch documents, communications plans, press releases, event recaps, and earned-media outreach.
Independent Consultant
CITY OF SAN DIEGO
Greater San Diego Area
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Designed and produced large-scale events supporting tourism and community development.
- Produced websites, brochures, advertising, and social media marketing materials.
- Prepared and administered professional contracts while ensuring operational, budgetary, statutory, and regulatory compliance.
- Developed targeted communications and served as liaison between city government, civic organizations, businesses, and community stakeholders.
Independent Consultant - Fundraising & Events Director
FALLBROOK MUSIC SOCIETY
12.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed membership database and supported the Executive Director with in-kind patron donations.
- Planned and executed concerts, fundraising programs, and community events.
- Directed event services personnel including ushers, ticket takers, food and beverage staff, and security.
- Created concert programs, website announcements, and patron-facing communications.
- Wrote, submitted, and administered grants, sponsorships, and cooperative marketing programs.
Independent Consultant - Event Manager
NO LABELS
Washington, D.C. Metro Area
05.2014 - 12.2014
- Supported bipartisan recruitment efforts among members of Congress and led online publicity and social media communications.
- Co-produced the 'Problem Solver Rally' and managed speaking engagements, media coordination, travel, vendor negotiations, registration, and event logistics.
Program Coordinator
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tempe, Arizona
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Supported bipartisan recruitment efforts among members of Congress and led social media publicity.
- Co-produced the first 'Problem Solver Rally,' bringing together a coalition of more than 70 Democrats and Republicans from the House and Senate.
- Managed congressional speaking engagements, media coordination, travel, vendor selection, registration, reporting, and event logistics.
Marketing & Communications Specialist
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, Arizona
08.2011 - 07.2012
- Developed promotional materials and comprehensive communications plans for events and major programs.
- Created more than 100 communications pieces for print, web, and magazine publications.
- Authored an ASU funding announcement subsequently featured by ASU News Now and Arizona Republic and generating 198 retweets.
- Executed more than 20 press trips.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - English - Creative Writing
Barrett, The Honors College
Skills
- Technical Recruiting
- Technology Talent Acquisition
- Candidate Sourcing & Placement
- Java & JavaScript Recruiting
- Business Development
- Event Management
- Sponsorship Development
- Revenue Generation
- Strategic Partnerships
- Marketing & Communications
- Social Media
- Public Relations
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Contract Negotiation
- Grant Administration
- Community Development
- Vendor Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Java
- J2EE
- Spring MVC
- Spring Cloud
- Spring Integration
- Spring Boot
- Spring Security
- Microservices
- Hibernate
- Apache Camel
- CI/CD
- REST
- Web APIs
- AWS
- Oracle
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- Cassandra
- Hadoop
- Spark
- Pig
- Hive
- RabbitMQ
- JavaScript
- HTML
- CSS
- Angular
- React
- Vue
- Redux
- Bootstrap
- Express
- Nodejs
- MongoDB
- JQuery
- AJAX
- Windows
- Linux
- PHP
- Laravel
- Python
- Django
- Ruby on Rails
Websites
Timeline
Executive Recruiter
Glerodan
02.2022 - Current
Technical Recruiter
WORKBRIDGE ASSOCIATES
02.2018 - 11.2021
Independent Consultant - Golf Tournament Manager
RANCHO SANTA FE COMMUNITY CENTER
08.2017 - 01.2018
Independent Consultant - Race & Expo Manager
EASY DAY SPORTS
08.2017 - 12.2017
Outside Sales & Events Manager
ROAD RUNNER SPORTS
05.2016 - 09.2017
Independent Consultant
CITY OF SAN DIEGO
01.2015 - 05.2016
Independent Consultant - Fundraising & Events Director
FALLBROOK MUSIC SOCIETY
12.2014 - 01.2018
Independent Consultant - Event Manager
NO LABELS
05.2014 - 12.2014
Program Coordinator
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2012 - 05.2014
Marketing & Communications Specialist
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2011 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - English - Creative Writing
Barrett, The Honors College