Karissa Allen

Karissa Allen is an accomplished Career Advancement and Transition Strategist and Senior Recruiter, currently at RecruitGyan and Mercaso, respectively. With a diverse background that includes co-founding a sustainable startup, Ol' Dirty Planters, and serving as Head of Recruitment at Happiest Baby, Inc., Karissa has extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, having previously worked at McMaster-Carr and several prominent cosmetics companies. Educational credentials include a Master’s from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School and a Bachelor’s in Communication and Business from the University of Southern California. Karissa's expertise lies in creating impactful hiring processes that enhance candidate experience and drive retention rates.