Lynsay Whitney

Lynsay Whitney is a seasoned talent acquisition professional currently serving as Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at the LEGO Group since March 2024. Previously, Lynsay was the Manager of Talent Acquisition at Rue Gilt Groupe, where responsibilities included empowering a team to enhance diverse hiring pipelines and refine recruitment practices. As Lead Talent Acquisition Partner at Thrasio, Lynsay played a key role in scaling teams across various departments, achieving a notable 96% close rate on offers in 2021. Earlier experiences include a significant tenure at HireMinds, where Lynsay excelled as Search Director and Senior Recruiter in marketing and product roles. Starting in marketing with Smart Circle International and Niche Media, Lynsay built a strong foundation in brand awareness and communication. Education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Sociology from Hofstra University.