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Kenzo Kimura

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Head of Talent Acquisition at Empower Semiconductor
📍 San Francisco Bay Area, United States

Kenzo is the Head of Talent Acquisition at Empower Semiconductor, bringing over 20 years of HR and staffing experience from the semiconductor, biotech, and high-tech industries. He holds an MA in International Policy from the Middlebury Institute. Colleagues describe him as a professional, ethical, and excellent partner with an effective management style.

Outside of his corporate roles, Kenzo has a history of civic involvement, having served in leadership positions, including President and VP of Civic Affairs, for the San Jose Japanese American Citizens League. This reflects a deep commitment to community engagement and leadership.

He was recognized with an outstanding contribution award for his success in sourcing talent and building the Clinical organization at a previous company.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Head of Talent Acquisition
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
San Francisco Bay Area, United States
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Semiconductor Recruiting
He has deep expertise in talent acquisition specifically for the semiconductor industry, having led staffing at Empower, Intersil (Renesas), and Volterra Semiconductor.
Organizational Development
A stated specialty, he has experience creating and implementing staffing policies, processes, and training programs to drive company growth and efficiency.
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Career

Work history

7-2021
Head of Talent Acquisition
Empower Semiconductor
10-2013 - 7-2021
Global Staffing Manager
Intersil (acquired by Renesas)
3-2010 - 10-2013
Staffing and Development Manager
Volterra Semiconductor
5-2009 - 3-2010
(Northern California) Sr. Account Manager
B2B Staffing and Payroll Services
7-2008 - 4-2009
Staffing Consultant
Power Integrations
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Education
1996 - 1998
MA
Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
2003 - 2004
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Community Leadership San Jose
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