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Avril Ryan

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Head of Talent Acquisition, America's at Zoom
📍 Littleton, Colorado, United States

With 16 years of experience, Avril leads Talent Acquisition for the Americas at Zoom. She has a strong background in global expansion and people management from her time at both Zoom and Amazon. Colleagues describe her as innovative, assertive, sharp, and driven.

Originally from Ireland, Avril recently relocated to Denver, Colorado. She is a passionate advocate for neurodiversity and autism awareness, a cause inspired by her son. She maintains a strong connection to her Irish heritage, celebrating cultural traditions like St. Brigids Day.

Unique fact: She uses her global professional network to advocate for neurodiversity, stating, "Most parents prepare their child for the world; I’m having to prepare the world for my child. "

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Current Role
Head of Talent Acquisition, America's
Location
Littleton, Colorado, United States
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Global Talent Acquisition
She has led recruitment teams across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC for high-growth tech companies like Zoom and Amazon, specializing in global expansion and high-volume hiring.
Empowering Leadership
States that her "utmost passion lies in leadership, " focusing on creating environments that foster trust, inspiration, innovation, and empowerment for her teams.
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Career

Work history

7-2022
Head of Talent Acquisition, America's
Zoom
6-2019 - 7-2022
Head of Talent Acquisition EMEA and APAC
Zoom
10-2016 - 6-2019
EMEA Recruitment Manager
Amazon
1-2013 - 10-2016
Recruitment Lead Seller Support and TRMS Cork
Amazon
1-2014 - 10-2015
EMEA Recruiting Coordinator Manager
Amazon
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Education
2003 - 2008
Graduate Diploma
Cork College of Commerce
1997 - 2003
Graduate Diploma in Advertising
St. Mary's High School , Midleton, cork
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