The VidCruiter Editorial Team
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At VidCruiter, we are proud to lead at the forefront of recruitment. Our team of experienced writers, researchers, and experts provides valuable insights and guidance for both sides of the recruitment equation. Whether you are working to improve your hiring or hoping to be hired yourself, we are dedicated to offering practical, actionable advice based on current research.
We pride ourselves in creating useful and trustworthy resources, providing real value for recruiters and job seekers. Every article is thoroughly researched and fact-checked, using the most reputable sources available.
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Our Writers, Researchers, and Contributors
Meet the team behind our carefully curated content. Their deep understanding and expertise enable us to provide comprehensive, high-value insights that truly benefit our readers. We pride ourselves on going above and beyond to ensure the information we offer is both informative and practical.
Sean Fahey
CEO ~ VidCruiter
Sean Fahey is an accomplished business leader, serial entrepreneur, and strategic recruitment advisor, widely recognized for his exceptional skills in helping businesses solve complex hiring challenges. With over 15 years of experience as a Strategic Recruitment Advisor, Sean has become a highly sought-after expert, earning numerous awards and accolades.
Education
- 2007 MBA Entrepreneurship - Florida Atlantic University
- 2002 BSC Biology / Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry - Université de Moncton
Awards
- 2019 - 40 under 40 - Greater Moncton Chamber of Commerce
- 2014 - Game Changers Award - Workforce Management Magazine
Speaking Engagements
Lauren Barber
Senior Content Manager ~ VidCruiter
An award-nominated content marketer, educated at Bournemouth University, Lauren specializes in creating recruitment resources for the modern, tech-forward landscape. Her expertise is recognized by publications in Forbes, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur and collaborations with industry leaders including Meta, Lyft, and McCain.
Education
- 2014 BA - Bournemouth University
Awards
- 3-time nominee for Content Marketing Award
Shiann Aronson
Outreach Manager and Research Lead ~ VidCruiter
Shiann Aronson has research experience in the HR tech and recruitment fields. Leading a team of dedicated researchers, she provides valuable insights and developments in the HR landscape.
Education
- 2021 Advertising and Marketing Communications Management - Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Expertise
- Supervised 2500 hours of dedicated research
- Technical Expertise in Outreach, Targeted Research, Artificial Intelligence, Regulatory Landscape, Recruitment Trends
Jasmine Williams
Contributor
Jasmine Williams is an award-winning writer and content marketing expert specializing in HR and B2B SaaS. With over a decade of professional writing and content marketing experience, she has worked with a global roster of industry-leading companies. Her expertise has been featured in The Toronto Star, Marketing Brew, Girlboss, and Later.com.
Education
- 2015 MA Media Production - Toronto Metropolitan University
- 2014 BA Journalism, Film Studies, English - Carleton University
Awards
- 2014 - Herb Lampert Emerging Journalist Award - Canadian Science Writers Association
Speaking Engagements
- International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) - 2024
- Thinkific’s Think In Color - 2022
Sam Cook
Contributor
Sam Cook is an Employee Engagement and Development Researcher and Content Manager for MentorcliQ and a former high school teacher who spent nearly a decade mentoring students and new teachers, both formally and informally. He combines his successful second-life career as a writer and researcher with his experience as an educator to help translate HR needs into action.
Education
- 2006 BA - English / Teacher Education - University of Maryland College Park
Tiffany Clark
Contributor
Tiffany Willis Clark is an award-winning workforce development specialist who served as a project director for U.S. Department of Labor Grants that included the Workforce Investment Act and the National Emergency Grant. In her long career with two of the largest workforce boards in Texas, the National Workforce Institute, and the Dallas County College District, she specialized in course development, online learning, and educational programs for youth and adult job-seekers. Tiffany is a Certified Workforce Expert with the National Workforce Institute (NWI) and a member of the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP).
Education
- 2008 BA - Applied Arts and Sciences - Midwestern State University
Kim Jamerson
Contributor
Kim is an award-winning journalist turned marketer with over 15 years of experience leading growth-oriented marketing and sales teams. Her primary focus has been B2B SaaS companies and startups, including HRTech, MarTech, and cybersecurity. A writer at heart, she covers topics she’s passionate about – from recruiting and retaining employees to sales and marketing growth strategies.
Education
- 2001 MA Mass Communications, Broadcast Journalism - University of Florida
- 1996 BS Business, Finance, Marketing - University of Florida
Awards
- 2017 - Fierce Award Winner - Guide to Greater Gainesville
- 2014 - Gold “Best in Talent Management Technology Implementations” (SumTotal/Praxair) - Brandon Hall Group
- 2014 - Silver “Best Use of Learning and Talent Technologies” (SumTotal/McAfee) - Brandon Hall Group
- 2013 - Silver “Best in Extended Enterprise Learning Program" (SumTotal/USA Funds) - Brandon Hall Group
Subject Matter Experts and Fact Checkers
These professionals bring a wealth of experience and specialized knowledge, ensuring that our content is factual and deeply informed. Their insights are invaluable in shaping forward-thinking resources, aligned with the latest industry developments and innovations.
Dr. Andrew Buzzell
Subject Matter Expert - Director of Responsible AI, VidCruiter
Andrew has presented at a variety of industry and academic conferences and provided AI ethics consulting in Canada, the US, and the EU. In addition to his academic research, he's also been part of software development teams in several industries in both developer and management roles.
Education
- Postdoctoral Associate in the Ethics of AI at UWO/Rotman Institute of Philosophy
- 2024 PhD with a specialization in ethics of AI and digital media
- 2010 MA/BA Philosophy/Cognitive science
Awards
- SSHRC Insight Development Grant
- SSHRC Canada Doctoral Fellowship
- University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics Scholar Fellowship
Expertise
- AI, Ethics of Technology, Epistemology and Digital Media
- AI in Hiring and Health
Mary Margaret Hansell
Subject Matter Expert
Mary Margaret is an experienced, certified Human Resources Professional with a career spanning more than 35 years in leadership of not-for-profit and for-profit organizations. In 2022, she was selected to participate in the Society for Human Resources (SHRM)’s Voice of Work Research Panel which serves to shape SHRM’s research and improve the membership experience.
Education
- Masters in Human Resources, Rutgers University, School of Management & Labor Relations
Expertise
- Certified Senior HR Professional: SHRM-SCP (SHRM) and SPHR (HRCI)
- Certified 360 Assessment Facilitator with the Center for Creative Leadership
Susan Snipes
Subject Matter Expert
Susan is an HR and Compliance expert with almost 15 years of experience. She advises HR SaaS companies on product functionality, researches HR-related topics, and creates original, engaging and informative content for private, public, government and nonprofit employers. Susan is Co-Chair of her local SHRM chapter's Compensation and Benefits Professional Education Group (PEG) and hosts the "Awkward with HR" podcast.
Education
- 2012 MS Human Resources Management - Capella University
Expertise
- 2019 Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) - HRCI
- 2017 Senior Profesional in Human Resources (SPHR) - HRCI
Awards
- 2012 Nonprofit HR Solutions Scholarship Award - Nonprofit HR Solutions
VidCruiter Awards and Accolades
VidCruiter’s commitment to reimagining the recruitment process has not gone unnoticed. Through our innovative approaches and dedication to excellence, we have garnered numerous awards and accolades that reflect our position as a leader in the industry.