Lesya Arnold

Lesya Arnold is a highly experienced HR and recruiting professional, transitioning from early roles in HR and IT recruitment in Ukraine to founding her own company, A-Players, in the US. Her career path demonstrates a strong foundation in talent acquisition and management within the tech industry, including significant experience with game development company Playtika and SaaS firm Talkable. brio360+1

She is a bootstrapped founder and CEO of A-Players, a profitable and impact-driven recruiting company that focuses on matching top-tier talent ('A-Players') with mission-driven startups and investors. Her company's mission is to shift the industry from a 'money-first' to an 'impact-first' culture. a-players+1

Lesya is also deeply committed to social impact and empowering women in business. She is a Partner for Wtech in New York, an international community for women leaders in tech, and a Co-Founder of Tech World for Ukraine, an initiative providing support to Ukraine through workshops and mentorship. theorg+1

Her expertise extends to cultural differences in recruiting and team management between Ukrainian and American practices. She advocates for respect, open communication, and balancing cultural traits to build unified and effective international teams. Lesya emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in recruiters and fostering an environment where top performers can maintain their well-being. brio360+1