Talent Executives

We don’t just fill roles, we help companies build high-performing teams.

We partner closely with company leaders to understand their priorities, culture, and what success looks like for their teams, delivering exceptional candidates who contribute immediately and grow with the organization.

Clients rely on us as an extension of their recruiting arm: trusted, fast-moving, and committed to their long-term success.

Chief Executive Officer

Networking Executives

The right connections. The right opportunities. The right time.

But how do you know where to be and when?

Networking Executives removes the guesswork by curating local, industry-specific events, so professionals spend less time searching and more time connecting.

Founder and President

Capital One

Led a strategic initiative from concept to launch that was recognized as Capital One Auto Finance’s Most Influential Project of the Year, an honor presented by the CEO for its significant impact on the organization.

Delivered results by translating strategy into action, exceeding goals while upholding operational excellence and accountability in a competitive market.

Expanded Capital One’s market share by cultivating and managing high-value relationships with franchised dealerships, driving consistent revenue growth while becoming a trusted partner to clients.

Area Sales Manager

Tapped to support the nationwide launch of Regional Buying Centers (RBCs), a high-impact expansion initiative critical to the company’s growth strategy.

Worked in close partnership with the executive team, traveling to new markets to assess talent needs and align hiring with Capital One’s culture and operational priorities. Led efforts to attract top talent from competitors through targeted market events while overseeing full-cycle recruitment for essential roles in each launch market.

This initiative required precision, speed, and a deep understanding of both the business and local market dynamics, resulting in successful, on-time RBC openings across multiple regions and the seamless integration of high-caliber talent into the organization.

Strategic Talent Acquisition Partner

Thrived in a competitive environment, consistently exceeding goals while earning Chairman & President’s Team honors, ranking in the top 2% nationwide.

Selected to represent the National Sales Team in evaluating and recommending a new CRM platform, enhancing customer relationship management across all divisions.

Consistently drove business growth while building trust-based relationships that supported long-term success.

Led national recruiting operations for Capital One Auto Finance, overseeing high-performing teams in multiple states during a period of significant company growth.

Executed efficient, scalable hiring strategies that reduced cycle times and controlled costs while maintaining a high-quality candidate experience, ensuring leaders had the talent needed to drive results.

Managed talent integration during key acquisitions, aligning workforce strategies with business objectives to support smooth transitions and continued growth.

National Recruiting Manager

Oversaw regional recruiting efforts, partnering with senior leaders to understand hiring needs and build high-performing teams aligned with business goals.

Drove full-cycle recruiting during high-growth periods, building and mentoring a high-performing recruiting team that consistently delivered quality hires while supporting organizational expansion and culture alignment.

Focused on relationship-driven recruiting to attract and retain top talent, supporting the company’s growth and culture.

Regional Recruiting Manager

Business is personal, and great recruiting goes beyond just filling roles.

It’s about understanding people, solving real-world problems, and building lasting relationships.

At Talent Executives, we help companies build exceptional teams through high-impact leadership searches and hard-to-fill niche roles.

As a trusted recruiting partner, we operate as an extension of our clients’ teams, delivering results with speed, clarity, and intention. Our approach is collaborative, transparent, and rooted in trust.

Clients and colleagues often describe our work as:

🔹Trusted partners who help companies hire with confidence
🔹Strategic and straightforward, yet grounded and approachable
🔹A partner who shows up, follows through, and delivers

That same philosophy drives Networking Executives, a curated platform helping professionals find and attend local, industry-specific events. 

It’s built around meaningful conversations, authentic connections, and the belief that showing up matters.

For companies and professionals who value heart, strategy, and results, this is where it all comes together.

Let’s build something great!

Amy Sulgrove

DallasMeetup last night was exactly what this community needed!

No pitches. 
No fluff. 
Just real conversations and introductions.

Carson Gibbons keeps raising the bar. 

Every time he brings this group together, the energy shifts
and the connections stick.

If you were there, you know!

If you weren’t,
follow Networking Executives to stay in the loop. 

We’re tracking what’s worth showing up for!

Because in this business, 
The best opportunities don’t always show up online
They show up in the room. 🤝 

Ashtyn Maxson RJ Baltisberger Grant Karren

 Amy Sulgrove

Hiring Leaders Who Elevate Culture and Performance 🔹 Executive and Leadership Search for Mid-Market and Enterprise Companies 🔹 Relationship-Led Recruiting With Transparent Metrics

Yesterday was one of those mornings that makes you check your phone twice.

7:15am text: SVP Marketing offer accepted.

7:28am email: VP Financial Planning & Analysis offer signed.

Two positions closed.
Before most people had caffeine, we had two offers accepted.

Huge shoutout to our Talent Executives Group team!  Clear expectations, real transparency, and organized communication make all the difference. That’s what gets leadership hires across the finish line.

Not a bad way to start the day and a solid way to head into the last 8 weeks of 2025!

With budgets being finalized for 2026, if you’re adding to your leadership, we’d love to help!

Huge day over here!
An entire sales organization!

Hired.
Launched.

And in their first full team meeting together yesterday morning.

New faces.
Shared goals.
Real momentum from day one.

This is what happens when hiring and strategy work together.

We don’t just fill roles.
We build transformational teams.

Rooted in relationships.
Built on results.

Our next transformational team starts Monday, with a client of ours in New York!

If you’re planning to build a world-class team in 2026, now’s a good time to talk.

Talent Executives Group  Tona Blount  Melissa Lambert Hopkins Mary Porst

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He told me about a job he recently posted — Head of Operations. Great salary, benefits, options — the works.

In just 24 hours, he received 1,400 resumes.

Not one person included a simple cover letter or even a few bullets explaining the value they could bring.

Not one resume was customized for the role.

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VC ARENA

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VC Arena is a program where venture capitalists meet founders to face-off on due diligence for evaluation, funding and feedback on their businesses to accelerate their startup's growth...

AI CONNEX

Dan is a distinguished AI Champion, recently honored as one of the AI75 Top Artificial Intelligence Innovators in Dallas-Fort Worth by Dallas Innovates, the Dallas Regional Chamber, and Dallas AI.  Dan founded the AI CONNEX, a global AI community that aims to connect people, help businesses to find the right partners that help solve problems using AI and latest technologies. He also has a passion for innovation, collaboration, and making impact to the communities. 
- Founder: Established AI CONNEX with a mission to democratize access to AI, particularly for underrepresented groups. Addresses the trust issue in AI by connecting businesses and individuals with reliable AI solutions. 
- Purpose-Driven Innovator: Believes in doing things for a purpose beyond business, aiming to uplift communities and foster trust through AI.
- AI Consulting: Providing consulting and implementation services with specialization in computer vision, Gen AI and ML technologies for various verticals such as construction, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare and finance.

Founder

Legendary Ventures

Legendary Ventures is a venture capital firm that accelerates value creation for consumer retail technology companies. The firm's funds represent a unique collaboration between venture capitalists and retail executives, including the way it selects portfolio companies, the role it plays in optimizing product development for the consumer markets, and its success in identifying acquisition partners to drive stellar returns for its investors.

Advisor

SuperAI

Dan serves as a Global Ambassador for SuperAI, Asia's largest AI conference, where he connects with global leaders in artificial intelligence and innovation. The event features visionary speakers like Emad Mostaque, Marc Raibert, Ben Goertzel, Balaji Srinivasan, Raoul Pal, Edward Snowden, and other thought leaders shaping the future of AI.

Global Ambassador

TOKEN2049

AI4SMB

Dan Sinawat serves as Chairman of AI4SMB and the creator of the AICRM Platform, leading the charge in transforming AI adoption for small and medium businesses. With a vision to simplify and integrate AI-powered CRM & business automation, he drives innovation that helps SMBs boost revenue, increase productivity, and seamlessly connect with other AI solutions. 
His mission is to make AI accessible, practical, and a game-changer for businesses in the AI revolution.

Chairman

AI Venture House

Empowering Startups for Success!
Your partner in navigating the startup journey from seed to exit with confidence.
Growth Strategies - Develop and implement strategies to scale your business and maximize valuation. Access to a large network of top industries advisors.
Product-Market Fit - Evaluate your product's market viability and align with customer needs effectively. Access to technical experts in AI, cybersecurity and domain specific experts.
Fundraising Support - Expert guidance in securing funding to fuel your startup's growth and success. Access to funding through large network of investors and partners.

Managing Partner

Keysight Technologies

Worked across global locations (Singapore, Thailand, and US HQ) to assist Keysight and IXIA Solutions Group in growing partnerships with Global System Integrators and Technology Partners (ISV, MSP, Cloud, and Security vendors) to support key industry verticals.
• Ensured long-term solution success by devising and executing Go-to-Market strategies and technical workshops to consistently design and evolve the best-in-class integrated solutions with GSI partners.
• Defined how IXIA complimented, optimized, and differentiated Global Solutions Provider’s Go-to-Market strategy, solutions, and services while training the IXIA sales team on the Global Solutions Provider strategy and integrated solutions.
• Increased sales revenue by supporting and enabling global partners’ sales teams, developed new resell opportunities and global agreements, and led internal sales planning workshops to grow integrated solution sales.

Senior Global Alliance Manager

NTT Ltd.

Built the Japanese accounts and Enterprise sales teams and cultivated relationships with multinational corporations in Thailand and other APAC countries while defining vertical expertise areas such as automotive, retail, online business, and manufacturing.
• Oversaw the NTT Group Alliance in Thailand to generate more cross-sell activities among the group companies, engaging in major activities such as NTT Group Executive Round Table, joint CSR (Ride-to-School), etc.
• Established joint solution workgroups between NTT Com, NTT Data, and DD that focused on SAP, security, and automotive to position NTT Group as the end-to-end solution provider for clients in Thailand.
• Served as Head of Strategy in 2017 (temporary assignment), working with the management team and regional HQ to develop a 3–5-year country strategy and align key choices on primary focus areas by BU, verticals, and segments.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Directed an enterprise sales team of 6 sales and 2 presales executives at Dimension Data and continuously coached and trained team members while growing revenue by 3X
• Penetrated a new strategic global account (Agoda.com), winning the largest single deal in professional services and multi-million in product sales at Dimension Data while building a pipeline of strategic global accounts worth $10M+ in FY18.
• Drove 3x growth in cross-sell TCV between NTT Com Thailand and DD Thailand from 2014 to 2016 while delivering 10x growth through the major Thai bank DC project to reach ~$50M in TCV for cross-sell in 2017.
• Spearheaded the collaboration between NTT Com and DD to win Japanese bank DC, Managed Network Services, and Cisco UC project together in 2015.

Head of Sales - Enterprise / NTT Group Alliance

NSC Global

Developed plans, created targets, and established the company’s vision for growth in Japan while ensuring the Japan branch’s compliance with local laws and practices and implementing standards and documentation of local operations to align with global procedures.
• Interviewed and hired new employees while examining and providing recommendations for HR policies in Japan (such as payroll, social insurance, workers policies, etc.).
• Drove business development efforts with key global accounts (AT&T, ATOS, etc.) and cultivated robust relationships with local partners/vendors while supporting clients with the RFP bid and modeling the proposal to increase its technical and commercial viability.
• Proposed various services of NSC (CPE installation, managed services, hardware procurement, global maintenance contract or resources) to the clients and built strong partnerships that enabled each other to secure more business from end customers.

Country Manager for Japan and APAC

Sales Director - Americas at Cubro

A visionary leader in the artificial intelligence sector, Dan Sinawat has been instrumental in fostering a global AI community. Recognized by Dallas Innovates, the Dallas Regional Chamber, and Dallas AI as one of the Most Innovative leaders in AI in DFW, he has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world needs.
https://dallasinnovates.com/presenting-the-first-ever-ai-75-meet-the-most-innovative-leaders-in-artificial-intelligence-in-dallas-fort-worth/

Skills:
Start-up Leadership, Start-up Ventures, Artificial Intelligence for Business. Sales, business development, and account management leader with 15+ years of expertise in strategic business planning, sales and marketing, customer service, alliance development, and sales team training in the networking and SaaS sales sectors.

Dan Sinawat

🤯 Cybersecurity Meets Disneyland! 🏰🔒
Have you ever imagined a cybersecurity escape room crossed with the magic of a theme park? Well, that's exactly what Lalit Ahluwalia, CEO of DigitalXForce, has brought to life right here in Irving, Texas!

Welcome to XForce Galaxy, officially named the World's First Disney-Style Immersive Cyber Experience!

Their mission statement says it all: "XForce Galaxy is our way of showing that anyone can think like a hacker and defend like a pro."

Get ready to dive into high-stakes, cinematic missions like AI Take Over, Ransomware Heist, and Smart City Siege with the Mission X-Scape experience! 🕹️💻

This is a game-changer for learning, team building, and thrilling entertainment!

🔗 Learn more and book your mission: https://xforcegalaxy.com/

AI CONNEX VC ARENA  
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CEO @ VC ARENA, Founder @ AI CONNEX, Advisor @ Legendary Ventures | Founder, Investor and Keynote Speaker

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Here is a post for your first time at the "Blueprints & Bourbon" party!

🥃 Blueprints & Bourbon Debut! ✨
What an incredible first experience at the Blueprints & Bourbon private party at The Twelve in Frisco! 🤩

Huge thanks to the renowned host, Francis Mesina, MBA, LUTCF, FSCP, CLTC, for putting together such a fantastic event, and a special shoutout to my good friend, Laura Rummel, MBA, for the introduction!

It was an amazing time connecting and networking with some of the top leaders in DFW. The energy and conversations were truly inspiring! I can't wait for the next one!

AI CONNEX VC ARENA AI4SMB AI Venture House  
#BlueprintsAndBourbon #DFWEvents #FriscoTX #Networking #TopLeaders #FrancisMesina #RealEstateDFW #PrivateParty

🎬 Relive the Madness! The VC ARENA Halloween Video is HERE! 👻✨
We're still buzzing from the incredible energy of the VC ARENA Venture Dallas After Party, and now you can relive every amazing moment!
We are thrilled to share the official party video, a stunning recap captured and produced by one of our very own members and the best production house in DFW, Kais Marz of Daydream Media! 🌟
Kais and the Daydream Media team perfectly captured the excitement, the incredible costumes from the VC Fight Club, and the unmatched networking buzz among the top founders and VCs. They truly made the night look legendary!
🎥 Check out the video to see if you can spot yourself! Tag your friends and share the magic!
A massive thank you again to our partners McKinney Economic Development Corporation too! 🚀
#VCArena #VentureDallas #DaydreamMedia #KaisMarz #DallasVideoProduction #AfterPartyRecap #VCFightClub #DallasTech #StartupCommunity #MustWatch
AI CONNEX AI4SMB AI Venture House

DFW's Ultimate AI Collab: Influencer, Innovator, and Educator Unite! 🔥
#DFWAICollab #AIPractitioners #DFWTech #AIInnovation #InfluencersUnite #AIeducation
AI CONNEX VC ARENA AI4SMB AI Venture House

VP | MBA | Founder | AI/ML • Life demands clarity & speed and most of us get neither so we settle for chaos • Neurosensational 🧠

You’re not ready for the next TK Podcast episode 🔥

Coming soon with Shaw Talebi and Dan Sinawat 

https://lnkd.in/g33PCNbd 


#Keysha.ai AI CONNEX

🚀 State of Entrepreneurship Recap! 🏆
What an incredible evening at the State of Entrepreneurship event hosted by the Arlington TX Economic Development Corporation!

Guests enjoyed a night of high-powered networking, connecting with local business owners in the vibrant Vendor Marketplace, and savoring delicious bites from The Shrimp Doc.

The focused conversation on "Entrepreneurship in the City of Arlington-" was insightful, and we loved celebrating our community advocates with the award presentations!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined the exclusive "Champagne and Charcuterie" VIP Reception for early access, amazing treats by Inspirations Fork and Table, and beautiful live music from the Seguin High School String Quartet!

Thank you to all the stakeholders, partners, and attendees for making this a memorable night supporting small business in Arlington! See you next year!

AI CONNEX VC ARENA AI4SMB AI Venture House  
#StateOfEntrepreneurship #ArlingtonTX #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #TXEDC #CommunitySupport #Networking #SupportLocal

✨ A huge thank you to the McKinney Economic Development Corporation for the incredible opportunity to present Blucor (BlancAI) - AI Job Marketplace for Blue Collar Workers at your Development Update meeting today! 🛠️
It was truly special to share a personal side of our mission. Together with the Co-Founder at Blucor Keita Noritoshi, we believe we are bridging Innovation and Humanity to help skilled workers and second chance workers find meaningful employment, especially as we head into the holiday season. Finding a job is something to celebrate! 💙
AI CONNEX and VC ARENA are proud to be partners of the McKinney EDC and McKinney Chamber of Commerce! 🤝
Check out the full video at: https://lnkd.in/gJfGpKbg
#Blucor #AIJobMarketplace #BlueCollarWorkers #SecondChanceHiring #InnovationAndHumanity #McKinneyEDC #MEDC #AIConnex #VCArena  #EconomicDevelopment #FutureofWork

🏀 Texas Legends Game Recap 🌟
What an amazing organization and unforgettable entertainment at the Texas Legends game yesterday! Huge thanks to Austin Thayer again for the incredible support for our VC ARENA community! 🙌 We were thrilled to bring so many of our members, including several Japanese families from the area! 🇯🇵🇺🇸
We absolutely loved the seamless experience—they truly have everything in one place:
- A fantastic Kids Zone 🤸
- Comfortable suite rooms perfect for any gathering 💼
- A fun meet and greet with the players and dancers at the end! 🤩
It's definitely a great spot for both business and pleasure! We can't wait to be back! 👏
#TexasLegends #VCarenaCommunity #FriscoTX #BasketballNight #CommunitySupport #FamilyFun #ThayerAustin #BusinessAndPleasure #JapaneseFamilies #NBAgLeague #GoLegends

🥳 JASDFW Year-End Celebration & Pickleball Social! 🏓
Get ready to eat, drink, play, and celebrate the end of the year, pickleball style! Join us for the inaugural Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth Pickleball Social & Bonenkai Year-End Celebration!
🗓️ When: Friday, December 12 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 📍 Where: RYSE Energy StarCenter Multisport, Farmers Branch (INDOORS!)
Enjoy a fun-filled evening with:
Delicious Japanese Izakaya-style food 🍣
Drinks (sake, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options) 🍻
Pickleball for all skill levels! 🌟
Pickleball for All!
Beginners: Get a fun, hands-on lesson from a pro—no experience needed!
Experienced players: Join our casual "Open Play" format and just have fun! (Not a tournament!)
Not playing? No problem! Enjoy the Bonenkai celebration, delicious food, and mingle while watching the action from above!
Open to all families—members and non-members! Non-members get a one-year free individual/family membership to JASDFW included with registration! (A $45 value!)
Click here to Register and get all the details! 
🎟️ https://lnkd.in/gqZGkGyU
Let's celebrate Bonenkai, meet new friends, and end the year with energy! ✨
Thanks all of our partners who have been supporting us throughout the year too!
AI CONNEX VC ARENA AI4SMB
#JASDFW #Bonenkai #YearEndCelebration #PickleballSocial #DallasEvents #DFW #JapaneseCulture #FarmersBranch #PickleballLife #Izakaya #DFWCommunity #MeetAndMingle

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