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Nicole Cruz
Recruiting Coordinator
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits
Nominated For: The Rising Star Award
This award recognizes the early-career recruitment professionals who are already driving impact and pushing the industry forward, despite being newer to the university recruitment space. With fresh perspectives and a finger on the pulse of Gen Z, they’re helping their teams better understand and engage today’s candidates. Whether through standout events, stronger messaging, or elevating candidate experience, these individuals are shaping the future of recruitment from day one.
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.
“As a bilingual recruiting coordinator at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, Nicole brings fresh, Gen Z-informed perspective to talent acquisition. Over the past four years, she has managed Onboarding for 100+ interns and supported our Next Gen rotational programs, helping to create a seamless, engaging experience for early career talent. From streamlining scheduling workflows, to crafting authentic, jargon-free messaging, she focuses on creating a more human, efficient, and inclusive candidate experience. She's led initiatives that improve communication and boost engagement - especially among early career talent. With an eye on innovation and empathy, she proudly helps shape the future of recruitment by building trust, embracing technology, and connecting with candidates in real, relatable ways.”
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