Juan Penagos

Juan Penagos has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Their most recent position was as a Senior Recruitment Specialist at Focus GTS, where they provided IT talent solutions within the digital marketing technology, data science/AI, and cloud technology space. Prior to that, they worked as a Sr. Recruiter at Chewy, where they were responsible for sourcing and full-cycle recruiting of various roles. Juan also served as a Direct Recruiter at Deutsche Bank, focusing on technology, cybersec, machine learning/AI, data science, software engineering, and wealth management.

Before joining Deutsche Bank, Juan worked at Synergy Business Consulting, Inc., holding multiple roles including Lead Talent Acquisition Manager, Talent Acquisition Manager, and Technology Recruiter. Juan also gained experience as a Student Services Coordinator and Career Services Coordinator at New Horizons Computer Learning Center, South Florida. Additionally, Juan held the position of Project Coordinator at ProTranslating and served as a Branch Manager at Enterprise. Overall, Juan Penagos has a strong background in recruitment and talent acquisition, with expertise in various industries and roles.

Juan Penagos completed their high school education at American Heritage School in 2002, where they earned a High School Diploma. Afterward, they pursued further education at St. Thomas University and graduated in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. In addition to their formal education, Juan has obtained several certifications related to time management, productivity, employer branding, and high-performance practices through LinkedIn in May 2021.