In this episode, Amir talks with Hilliary Turnipseed, Senior Director of Talent at Kapor Capital, about the importance of consciously inclusive hiring. Hilliary discusses how businesses can diversify their talent pool and avoid biases in the hiring process. We explore Kapor Capital's investment philosophy focused on closing gaps in access for low-income and communities of color, and how Hilliary's role involves providing founders with tools to build diverse teams. The episode offers practical advice for founders and TA professionals about de-risking hiring decisions, inclusive hiring practices, and the benefits of expanding networks beyond traditional pools. Additionally, Hilliary shares details about Kapor's talent network and her partnerships with organizations like Diversify Tech and Black Code Collective.
Highlights:
01:56 Consciously Inclusive Hiring Explained
03:18 Challenges and Solutions in Hiring
05:41 Expanding Networks and Talent Pools
09:06 Building a Fair and Equitable Talent Network
12:20 Navigating the Current Job Market
16:43 Advice for Candidates and Recruiters
Guest:
Hilliary Turnipseed is the Senior Director of Talent at Kapor Capital, where she focuses on building diverse, inclusive teams across Kapor's portfolio companies. With a deep commitment to equity and belonging in the workplace, Hilliary works closely with founders to embed inclusive hiring practices and de-risk hiring decisions. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition, diversity and inclusion, and has collaborated with organizations like Diversify Tech and Black Code Collective. Through her work, Hilliary empowers companies to broaden their talent pools, avoid biases, and create fair, equitable opportunities in hiring.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilliaryturnipseed/
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