Hiring feels harder than it should

Trusted Talent Strategies helps growing companies fix messy hiring, improve recruiting results, and build systems that scale … without the cost of a full-time talent leader

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Kerri Cufaro, Founder

What used to work at 20 employees stops working at 75.

  • Interviews vary by manager

  • Decisions drag

  • Feedback gets chased

  • Roles stay open too long

  • Leaders stay too involved

  • No hiring system behind the scenes

That’s where I come in.

Growing companies usually hit a point where hiring gets noisy.

For Companies

Recruiting Support

Need immediate help filling roles or managing hiring volume?

I step in quickly to support sourcing, recruiting execution, candidate flow, and hiring momentum.

Examples:

  • Recruiter-on-Demand

  • Hiring Surge Support

  • Candidate Sourcing

  • Backfill Recruiting Coverage

Hiring Systems & Process

Need more consistency, speed, and accountability in hiring?

I help build the structure behind better hiring decisions.

Examples:

  • Hiring Process Audit

  • Interview Design

  • Scorecards

  • ATS Optimization

  • Recruiting Workflows

  • Hiring Metrics

Fractional Talent Leadership

Need senior-level talent expertise without a full-time hire?

I help leaders diagnose what’s broken, prioritize what matters, and build a hiring function that can scale.

Examples:

  • Fractional Head of Talent Acquisition

  • Growth Hiring Strategy

  • Talent Operations Design

  • Leadership Advisory

For Professionals

Career growth often stalls for three reasons:

You’re unclear on what’s next.
The market doesn’t understand your value.
You’re navigating decisions alone.

I help experienced professionals get clear, position themselves better, and move forward with confidence.

Services:

  • Career Strategy Intensive

  • Executive Positioning Intensive

  • Interview & Offer Support

  • Career Advisory Partnership

Meet Kerri Cufaro

I’m the Founder of Trusted Talent Strategies and a Talent Acquisition leader with 20+ years of experience helping companies hire smarter and professionals position themselves more powerfully.

I’ve led recruiting teams, improved hiring operations, implemented ATS systems, supported executive hiring, and built repeatable processes that create clarity, consistency, and results.

Today, I help growing businesses and experienced professionals solve the hiring and career challenges that slow momentum.

Trusted by leaders who needed hiring to work better

Whether the need is recruiting support, hiring structure, or career strategy, clients value practical guidance, fast traction, and clear outcomes.

“Kerri quickly improved our efficiency, revamped TA processes, and created better documentation. Her ability to optimize processes, lead with integrity, and deliver results makes her a truly exceptional leader.”

“She is a capable recruitment leader and an innovative problem solver. Kerri is the right kind of leader for any organization that requires strategic alignment of their recruiting function for their business plans to be successful.”

“Kerri made a huge impact on our organization in a short period of time, filling a number of key positions quickly and with excellent candidates. Kerri is professional, driven, and acts with great urgency. We were very fortunate to work with Kerri and the impact of her tenure will be felt for years to come.”

“Beyond her technical expertise, what impressed me the most was her responsiveness, professionalism, and commitment to delivering results. Kerri made sure to answer all of my questions, offering thoughtful advice and providing clear, actionable steps throughout the entire process. Her dedication and passion for helping clients succeed are truly unmatched.”

Hiring challenge? Career crossroads? Let’s talk.

Whether you’re building a company or navigating what’s next professionally, Trusted Talent Strategies can help.