Andre Hardowin

Andre Hardowin is a seasoned professional in technical recruiting and talent acquisition, currently serving as a Senior Partner at Optimize Search Group since August 2023. Previously, Andre held positions at Paladin Consulting from March 2015 to August 2023, where responsibilities included directing a team of over 20 recruiters and collaborating with upper management to address organizational challenges. Andre's earlier experience includes roles as a Recruiting Team Lead and Senior Technical Recruiter at ECOM Trading, focusing on HR training modules, and as a Human Resources/Talent Acquisition Intern, contributing to various HR projects. Additionally, leadership experience stems from positions at Lewisville Volkswagen and Walmart, managing teams and streamlining processes. Academically, Andre holds a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management from the University of North Texas and an earlier degree in Business Administration and Management from North Central Texas College.