Marisa Smith

Questioner
DISC Type : c

Director Talent Acquisition, Executive Search at Fanatics

Greater Philadelphia, United States

Overview

Marisa Smith is a strategic talent acquisition leader specializing in executive search for major consumer brands like Fanatics, Chobani, and Gap Inc. A trusted advisor recognized for delivering innovative hiring solutions, she holds a Bachelors in Communications from Loyola University Maryland.

She recently earned certifications in "Generative AI in HR" and "Generative AI, Recruiting, and Talent Acquisition, " highlighting her focus on modern recruiting practices.

Personality Overview

Systematic

Value Seeker

Not Easily Convinced

While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.  They prefer to do thorough analysis of any situation. It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions.

Topics They Care About

Executive Recruiting
Her entire career focus across senior roles at Fanatics, Chobani, and Gap Inc. involves sourcing and placing top-level executive talent.
AI in Talent Acquisition
Holds recent, specific certifications in "Generative AI in HR" and "Generative AI, Recruiting, and Talent Acquisition, " showing a clear professional interest.
Purpose-Driven Companies
She expressed passion for Chobani's "purpose-driven, people-first" mission and its commitment to wellness and community.

Media Appearances

Marisa has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2025
Director Talent Acquisition, Executive Search at Fanatics
2-2025 - 11-2025
Principal Executive Recruiter (Corporate, Commercial) at Chobani
7-2021 - 12-2024
Senior Manager, Executive Search at Gap Inc.
1-2017 - 7-2021
Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition & Executive Search at ascena - Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lou & Grey, Lane Bryant, Justice
1-2014 - 1-2017
Recruiter, Talent Resources at ANN INC. - Ann Taylor, LOFT and Lou & Grey

Education

Bachelor of Communications from Loyola University Maryland

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Insights For Selling To Marisa

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Emphasize on objective proof of ROI, help them do a thorough evaluation
  • Back up any claims with data and numbers

DONT's

  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence
  • Avoid phrases like ‘do not worry about’, ‘no one compares to’ etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Marisa is

  • Ensuring that the product delivers ROI, cost-effective pricing and process compliance are very important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Marisa

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Marisa move?

  • If they have the information that they need, they can move fast at making their decisions.
  • Can Marisa take some risk or not?

  • They can take some risk if they are confident that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


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