Kim Wilkes

My greatest passion in life is helping others. I’ve spent most of my career in the talent space, where I’ve enjoyed leading/mentoring teams and connecting folks around the world to new opportunities. I’m an advocate for diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity (DIBE), employee wellness, professional development, and remote work.

I currently lead the talent attraction function at Zapier, where I work with an incredible team of talent sourcers and partner closely with various members of the business on Zapier’s employer brand.

At Zapier, we’re on a mission to make automation work for everyone. We're a no-code automation platform that enables you to connect over 7,000 apps to automate the tedious parts of your work so that you can focus more on the creative and human aspects of what you do. We're a fully distributed team of 800+ across 35+ countries. https://zapier.com/jobs

Beyond my work at Zapier, I take an active role in supporting women and people from underrepresented backgrounds in their career journeys and beyond. I’m a proud member of the Elpha community, a professional network founded by women, aimed at empowering high-achieving women in the tech industry. Members turn to Elpha for support, networking opportunities, and genuine connections. Connect with me here: https://elpha.com/members/kimwilkes

Outside of the workplace, I enjoy being in nature with my partner (hiking, kayaking, camping) and taking nature photography. I’ve been a Meetup organizer in several cities over the past decade, with events centered around art and live music. I enjoy working out, reading, sketching/painting, attending live shows, cheering on the Stillers, and relaxing with a glass of wine. I'm also passionate about traveling, embracing different cultures, and forming meaningful connections with new people.

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