Jo Blake

Jo Blake is an accomplished talent acquisition and management professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as the Group Head of Talent at Woolworths since February 2024, Jo previously held the position of Group Head Talent Acquisition at Absa Group from February 2020 to February 2024, where responsibilities included developing talent acquisition strategies and enhancing employer branding. Prior experience encompasses leadership roles at TFG, focusing on comprehensive talent acquisition processes, and at Oceana Group Limited, where Jo specialized in workforce strategy. Jo's career also includes roles in model management and counseling psychology, complemented by advanced degrees in Counseling Psychology and Business Management from notable institutions.