Hi, I'm Kathrin Holzfurtner - Global Head of Talent • Talent100 winner • Accelerating talent success for tech scaleups
I thrive on transforming reactive hiring into data-driven talent systems that fuel enterprise value. Passionate about scaling global tech organizations, especially in adtech, cloud, cybersecurity, and AI. Let's connect on shaping the future of talent.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Interned at Apple and Google, gaining experience at top tech companies.
Currently serves as a fractional & interim Head of Talent, strategizing global talent acquisition for growth-stage tech.
Can help others by advising on building scalable talent acquisition frameworks for fast-growing startups.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation Builder
Gained foundational experience in talent acquisition and HR within leading tech companies.
✦ Recruiting
✦ Talent Acquisition
Growth Accelerator
Led global talent acquisition and scaled teams through hypergrowth phases.
✦ Global Talent Acquisition
✦ Scaling
✦ Hypergrowth
Strategic Advisor
Serves as a fractional talent strategist and interim Head of Talent, driving transformation.
✦ Talent Strategy
✦ Interim Management
✦ Business Transformation
Future Innovator
Currently driving talent strategy at a leading defense tech company, focusing on future growth.
✦ Director Talent
✦ Defense Tech
✦ Future of Work
💪🏻 Superpowers
Global Scaling Architect
Building high-performing teams across continents.
✦ Successfully scaled GTM and tech organizations globally.
✦ Managed hypergrowth across Europe, Asia, and USA.
✦ Expertise in scaling teams from double to four-digit headcount.
Strategic Talent Systems Designer
Translating business strategy into talent outcomes.
✦ Develops scalable talent systems from reactive hiring.
✦ Leverages data and operational excellence for quality and speed.
✦ Focuses on compounding performance and enterprise value.
Industry Growth Enabler
Fueling innovation in high-growth tech sectors.
✦ Deep expertise in adtech, cloud, cybersecurity, and AI.
✦ Proven success in scaling tech organizations.
✦ Experience in GTM and tech team expansion.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering novel talent acquisition strategies for emerging tech sectors.
✦ Connecting with innovative leaders and exploring cross-industry best practices.
✦ Seeking opportunities to shape the future of talent management in AI and cybersecurity.
I can help with
✦ Advise on building scalable talent acquisition frameworks for fast-growing startups.
✦ Share insights on global talent strategies and navigating complex market expansions.
✦ Provide expertise on leveraging AI and data for impactful HR transformation.
I would love your help on
✦ Insights into emerging talent pools within deep tech and defense industries.
✦ Connections with venture capitalists focused on HR tech and future of work.
✦ Partnerships for innovative talent sourcing solutions in specialized domains.