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Julianna Kirkland

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Director, Talent Acquisition at Vaco by Highspring
📍 Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Julianna Kirkland is the Director of Talent Acquisition at Vaco, leveraging a unique background in corporate accounting and business development to drive strategic hiring. She holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Accountancy from the University of Mississippi, which informs her approach to building high-performing teams.

Deeply involved with her alma mater, Julianna serves as the Vice President of the University of Mississippi MBA Advisory Board. She is an active member of the Professional Development committee, where she helps shape the careers of future business leaders.

Her career path is unique, having transitioned from a foundation in accounting to a leadership role in strategic talent acquisition for advisory firms.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Director, Talent Acquisition
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
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Talent Acquisition
As a Director, she focuses on strategic hiring initiatives to build high-performing teams and drive organizational growth across advisory and consulting firms.
Professional Development
Serves on the Professional Development committee for the University of Mississippi's MBA Advisory Board, indicating a passion for mentoring and career growth.
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Career

Work history

12-2024
Director, Talent Acquisition
Vaco by Highspring
5-2017
Vice President, Ole Miss MBA Advisory Board
University of Mississippi
6-2022 - 12-2024
Talent Acquisition Manager
Highspring (Formerly MorganFranklin Consulting)
2-2022 - 6-2022
Talent Acquisition Manager
Riveron
4-2021 - 2-2022
Senior Talent Acquisition Associate
Highspring (Formerly MorganFranklin Consulting)
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Education
2008 - 2009
Master’s Degree
University of Mississippi
2002 - 2006
Bachelor’s Degree
University of Mississippi
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