Kanani Breckenridge

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

CEO & Headhuntress - Technical and Executive Recruiter at Kismet Search

Encinitas, California, United States

Overview

Kanani Breckenridge is the CEO of Kismet Search, a boutique recruitment firm she founded in 2019. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in technology and executive recruiting, particularly in AI/ML and SaaS. People who have worked with her describe her as warm, empathetic, and a consummate professional.

Driven by her ENFJ-T personality, she aims to make a positive impact through her work. Her approach is rooted in the concepts of fate and serendipity, striving to create fulfilling career journeys and inspired connections for both companies and candidates. She is a graduate of the University of Southern California.

Her companys name, Kismet, is derived from the Turkish word for destiny, reflecting her unique philosophy on career matchmaking.

Personality Overview

Fast But Thoughtful

Goal-Oriented

Objective Evaluator

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

AI Hiring Trends
Was recently featured in CIO. com and TechTarget articles discussing the hiring trends for strategic AI leaders and evolving technology roles heading into 2026.
Tech Executive Search
Specializes in recruiting for senior roles in San Diego's tech scene, including areas like AI/ML-powered medical software, SaaS, security, and robotics.
Career Matchmaking
Offers services beyond recruiting, including resume writing and LinkedIn strategy, to help professionals craft their next career move and find the perfect fit.

Media Appearances

Kanani has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2019
CEO & Headhuntress - Technical and Executive Recruiter at Kismet Search
1-1999 - 3-2019
Managing Director, Executive Search and Technical Recruiting at TriStaff Group of Companies

Education

1995 - 1998
BA from University of Southern California
1988 - 1995
Education details unavailable from La Jolla Country Day School

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Insights For Selling To Kanani

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kanani is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kanani

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kanani move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Kanani take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Kanani

Personality Compatibility


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