Meet The TalentLink Team
Talent & Technology Advisors At Your Service
Innovation Fueled By Experience
With decades of combined experience in Talent Acquisition and Technology, our team delivers innovative solutions that transform your talent strategy, streamline technology integration, and enhance organizational performance.
Our expertise empowers you to navigate today’s challenges with confidence, positioning your startup for immediate success and long-term, sustainable growth.
Our hands-on approach. We embed a dedicated Talent Advisor within your organization, acting as an extension of your team. This allows us to gain a deeper understanding of your unique challenges and deliver tailored solutions that align with your goals, ensuring seamless execution and meaningful results.
Meet Our Talent and Tech Experts
Bryan Caplan
CEO
Bryan Caplan is a seasoned technology evangelist with over 20 years of experience in marketing technology. As a former National Speaker for Google and Constant Contact, Bryan has guided countless business owners in leveraging technology to attract top talent and streamline hiring processes.
At TalentLink, Bryan focuses on helping startups optimize their Employer Branding strategies and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). His attention to detail ensures that each platform is fully integrated and aligned with the company’s goals, enabling clients to attract, manage, and retain top talent.
Bryan’s ability to simplify complex technical solutions into actionable strategies makes him an essential part of TalentLink’s mission to deliver sustainable growth through embedded, on-demand People Operations Advisory.
Jamie Cosgrove
COO
With over 15 years of experience in Talent Acquisition and People Operations, Jamie Cosgrove is a Certified Human Capital Expert dedicated to helping organizations achieve sustainable growth at every stage. At TalentLink, Jamie leverages his extensive background in leading global talent strategies for startups and Fortune 100 companies alike.
Known for his personalized partnerships, Jamie’s approach seamlessly integrates elite fractional talent and cutting-edge human capital technology, ensuring exceptional results across industries. Outside of work, Jamie is a passionate football coach and a devoted family man.
Natalija Ulemek
Chief Strategy Officer
Natalija has spent over a decade building transformational business teams and talent acquisition functions at high-growth technology companies. Natalija was the first Talent Acquisition hire at four different venture capitalist-backed startups.
She played a crucial executive role in aligning strategic direction with the people resources needed for the companies to succeed and raise additional funding. Natalija approaches organizational changes with thoughtful, responsible hiring practices that align with long-term business goals. Her strategic lens ensures that both organizational culture and operational efficiency are preserved throughout periods of growth.
Brendan McCartin
Head of Talent Acquisition
Brendan McCartin brings over 15 years of experience in full life-cycle technical recruiting across in-house and agency environments. Specializing in software, hardware, and robotics, Brendan excels in identifying and hiring top talent. His extensive background includes partnering with C-suite executives to set strategic hiring goals, managing recruitment for hardware and systems engineering at a leading AV company, and driving international expansion for a $700 million e-commerce company.
Known for improving quality of hires, lowering costs, and increasing acceptance rates, Brendan's innovative solutions significantly enhance productivity, communication, and profitability, making him an invaluable asset to TalentLink.
Zahra Idrissi
Advisor, Talent Acquisition
With over a decade of experience, Zahra Idrissi specializes in building high-impact technical teams for early-stage startups across health tech, biotech, climate tech, fintech, search, and AI sectors. She is known for her creative recruitment strategies that align with world-class talent goals.
Recently, Zahra successfully scaled an AI startup, assembling diverse and distributed teams across North America, LATAM, Europe, and the UK. Her expertise ensures startups attract top-tier talent while supporting strategic growth at every stage.
Alex Bryson
Advisor, People Operations
Alex Bryson is a results-driven Talent Acquisition professional with over 20 years of experience leading recruitment efforts across diverse industries. He specializes in executive searches, technical hiring, and large-scale talent management.
Alex has a proven track record of delivering high-impact hires and optimizing recruitment strategies to support organizational growth and performance. His expertise ensures companies attract the right talent to drive business success, enhancing recruitment processes to meet evolving industry needs.
Patricia Sugianto Lopez
Advisor, People Operations
Patricia started her career as a Campus Recruiter before transitioning into HR, where she partnered with leaders to optimize daily operations. It wasn’t until she joined a startup that she discovered her passion for the dynamic world of People Operations and recruitment.
With over 10 years of experience - including 7 years in HR and 3 years in high-volume startup recruitment - Patricia excels at solving HR challenges, streamlining processes, and implementing smart HR tools. She brings a creative, fun approach to problem-solving, helping companies organize chaos and build dream teams.
Our Talent and Technology Services Include
Talent Acquisition
Our Talent Acquisition services are designed to connect you with the best candidates that align with your culture and goals. We provide expert guidance throughout the process, ensuring you attract and retain top talent.
Employer Branding
Our Employer Branding services help your company stand out by providing strategies that align with your goals. We offer guidance on crafting impactful messaging to attract and retain top talent that strengthens your business.
Retained Search
Our Retained Search service delivers dedicated recruitment for high-impact roles. Through a proven process, we ensure you secure top-tier talent that aligns with your strategic goals and drives long-term success.