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Mara Schmitman

Mara Schmitman

Recruitment strategist, psychologist, community builder, and speaker

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Argentina
Joined August 2025

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Summary

Mara Schmitman is an experienced Talent Acquisition leader with over 15 years in the tech industry, specializing in decentralized and human-centered recruitment. As CEO and Founder of Schmitman HR, she has successfully led RPO projects for major clients like Despegar.com, Workast, Genium, and Arcor, focusing on re-engineering selection processes and strengthening employer brands. wearebondy+3
Her approach to talent acquisition emphasizes transparency, open knowledge sharing, and fostering a culture of empathy, synergy, and trust within organizations. She advocates for questioning traditional hierarchies and adapting to constant change, a philosophy she applies in her writings and leadership roles. medium+2
Mara is also a recognized speaker and educator on topics such as effective recruitment strategies, leadership in remote teams, and the importance of cultural awareness in tech hiring. She holds a Master's degree in Strategic and Technologic Management and a Diplomatura in Cultural Awareness from MIT, further solidifying her expertise in HR and technology. linktr+3
With a background in Psychology and Psychoanalysis, Mara brings a unique human-centered perspective to her HR and recruitment work, evident in her focus on understanding individual motivations and building strong professional relationships. This psychological insight underpins her advice on interviewing techniques and talent pipeline development. edu+2
She is active in the professional community, with her sister Laura Schmitman identifying her as a key mentor, and her insights are sought by platforms like Hacking HR. Her personal interests include trekking, sci-fi, and community building, reflecting a well-rounded and engaged individual. wearebondy+1

Work

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Writing

Specialized Skills: The Key to Success in the Evolving Tech Industry

November 8, 2023

Explores the increasing demand for specialized tech skills like AI, ML, and cybersecurity, and the impact of remote work on recruitment. Highlights the importance of cultural awareness alongside technical proficiency in the modern tech landscape.

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Part 2: The Art of Asking Questions in The Hiring Process

May 30, 2023

A guide for recruiters on mastering the art of asking questions to discover ideal candidates. It emphasizes using open-ended and behavioral questions, the STAR method, hypothetical scenarios, and cultivating connection through empathy and active listening.

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Decentralized staffing: building healthier and happier workplaces

February 5, 2021

Discusses the advantages of decentralized hiring models, emphasizing human-centered recruitment processes, autonomy, creativity, and diversity in HR management. Features Mara Schmitman as the founder of Schmitman HR.

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Tech Talent Pipeline Strategy

February 5, 2021

Details Schmitman HR's model for building a successful tech talent pipeline, focusing on understanding business goals, employer branding, and profiling ideal candidates. It describes how to source and deliver candidates, emphasizing the importance of soft skills and cultural fit.

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Setting up a business is something like freedom

May 19, 2020

An article advocating for transparency and open knowledge sharing within companies, challenging traditional hierarchies and emphasizing empathy, synergy, and trust. It outlines the philosophy behind Schmitman HR's operational style.

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Hobbies

Enjoys trekking, science fiction, and building communities. wearebondy