Byron Wallace

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DISC Type : DIS

Lead Recruiter, Global Tech, IDSA, & Digital Product at Nike

Georgetown, Texas, United States

Overview

Byron Wallace is a Lead Recruiter at Nike, focusing on Global Tech and Digital Product. Described by colleagues as determined and agile, he is a graduate of Huston-Tillotson University who champions providing a white-glove candidate experience. He has a background in managing recruiting teams through hyper-growth phases at companies like Twilio.

He is passionate about fostering community and advancing representation within the professional world. Byron actively engages with organizations and events that support Black professionals, viewing his role as an opportunity to be a culture-shaper and difference-maker. He believes in adding a personal touch to the recruitment process.

Unique fact: Byron describes talent acquisition professionals as "company culture agitators. "

Personality Overview

Friendly But Fast

Driven But Considerate

Dynamic But Sincere

If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product  They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)

Topics They Care About

Candidate Experience
Believes in providing a "white-glove level of service" to all candidates and acting as the face of the organization during the hiring process.
Diversity & Representation
Actively promotes and participates in events like Afrotech and TRANSFORM25 to support and connect with Black professionals.
Talent Leadership
Managed recruiting teams across multiple locations at Twilio and Flex, with recommendations praising his supportive and results-driven leadership style.

Media Appearances

Byron has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2024
Lead Recruiter, Global Tech, IDSA, & Digital Product at Nike
3-2023 - 4-2024
Lead Recruiter, Nike Digital at Nike
4-2022 - 3-2023
Global TA Manager, Nike Digital Product & Programs at Nike
6-2021 - 4-2022
Talent Acquisition Manager, G&A at Twilio
3-2019 - 6-2021
Talent Acquisition Manager at Flex

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Huston-Tillotson University

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Exp : 10 Location : Georgetown, Texas, United States Job Level : Junior Designation : Lead Recruiter, Global Tech, IDSA, & Digital Product at Nike
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Insights For Selling To Byron

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Byron is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Byron

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Byron move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Byron take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Byron

Personality Compatibility


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