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Kate Gould

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Director of Talent Acquisition at The Lede Company
📍 New York, New York, United States

Kate Gould is the Director of Talent Acquisition at The Lede Company, with a background spanning over 17 years in advertising at agencies like Ogilvy and Havas. An Emory University graduate, she is a strategic partner skilled at matching individuals with impactful opportunities. Colleagues describe her as optimistic and cheerful.

Her passion for interacting with people is a cornerstone of her professional success. She is known for her contagious optimism and excels at working with diverse stakeholders, from creative talent to agency partners, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.

After a successful 17-year career in the advertising world, she made a strategic pivot into the PR and communications industry.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Director of Talent Acquisition
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York, New York, United States
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Strategic Talent Sourcing
As Director of Talent Acquisition at multiple top-tier agencies, she focuses on translating business needs into finding the right individuals for key roles.
PR & Communications
She recently moved into the PR industry to expand her skillset, drawn to work that sits at the intersection of culture and brand storytelling.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Director of Talent Acquisition
The Lede Company
1-2022 - 2-2025
Director of Talent Acquisition
Ogilvy
6-2021 - 1-2022
Director of Talent Acquisition
Havas
6-2019 - 6-2021
Senior Manager Talent Acquisition
Havas
3-2015 - 5-2019
Talent Acquisition Manager
FCB New York
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Education
2004 - 2008
BA
Emory University
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