Matthew Kim
Matthew Kim

Matthew Kim
Talent Partner, Early Talent Programs
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Nominated For: The Talent Innovator Award

This award recognizes the experienced early career professionals who are reimagining how companies connect with Gen Z talent. They challenge traditional thinking by introducing new strategies, platforms, and touchpoints to meet students where they’re at. Whether through technology, storytelling, or community-building, they’re closing the gap between how recruiting has always been done—and how it needs to evolve.

From the Community: Why this Nominee Stands Out

To be considered for the CRCAs, individuals had to be nominated by a peer, manager, colleague, or direct report. This quote was shared by the person who nominated this person for recognition, highlighting the impact and excellence they’ve demonstrated.

“Matthew is a natural innovator who thrives at the intersection of sourcing and storytelling. He consistently challenges traditional recruiting methods by leveraging new platforms, authentic outreach, and data-driven targeting to identify and engage early talent that others often overlook. His relationship-building instincts, whether with candidates, interns, or hiring managers, create a trusted, high-touch experience at every stage. Whether rolling out a fresh sourcing strategy or launching a targeted outreach campaign, Matthew is always asking, “How can this be better for the candidate?”- and then making it happen. His creativity, care, and challenger mindset are redefining how we connect with Gen Z talent.”

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Congratulations to Matthew for being nominated for the Talent Innovator Award, part of RippleMatch's 2025 Campus Recruiting Choice Awards!

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