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Meet The TalentLink Team

People Ops & Talent Acquisition Advisors At Your Service

Meet Our People Ops & Talent Advisors

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 forging new strategic partnerships to deliver cutting-edge ATS platforms and HR technology providers. 

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 Ops 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.

Guillherme Groscos

Business Development Consultant

Gui began his career in the dynamic world of SaaS, venture capital, and startup funding, where he honed his expertise in business development and strategic partnerships. With TalentLink, he focuses on connecting Venture Capital and startup organizations with end-to-end people solutions that drive sustainable growth for companies at every stage of development.

Linda Caplan, MBA

Operations Manager

Linda brings a wealth of experience to her role as Operations Manager at TalentLink, leveraging her deep understanding of human resources, operations, and strategic planning. With a career spanning recruitment, training, and people management, Linda is passionate about optimizing processes and fostering high-performing teams.

Whether managing complex projects or building relationships with clients and vendors, Linda’s proactive approach and dedication to excellence make her an invaluable asset to TalentLink.

 

Benefits of People as a Service

With People as a Service, TalentLink’s Embedded People Ops Advisors offer on-demand, specialized support to optimize every aspect of your people strategy. With the flexibility to meet your evolving needs, our advisors integrate seamlessly with your team to enhance efficiency, engagement, and growth, all without the commitment of a full-time role.

Specialized Expertise

Gain targeted insights that elevate your people operations strategy and ensure your talent pipeline aligns with business goals.

Flexible Support

Access high-level, fractional advisory that frees your team to focus on attracting and retaining top talent without the commitment of a full-time hire.

Scalable Solutions

As your organization grows, our advisors provide scalable, adaptable solutions that keep every aspect—from hiring to retention—aligned and effective.

Enhanced Efficiency and Productivity

Streamline talent workflows and optimize internal processes, empowering your team to focus on strategic, high-impact work.

Data-Driven HR Decisions

Leverage actionable insights to guide decisions, aligning your people strategy with metrics that drive retention, engagement, and growth.

Robust Network

Connect with a robust network of People Ops and talent professionals, giving you access to expertise and resources tailored to your unique needs.

TalentLink’s People as a Service approach combines the flexibility of fractional support with deep, specialized expertise, empowering your team to adapt and thrive in today’s dynamic talent landscape. Let us turn your people strategy into a powerful driver for lasting success.

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