Terria Byrdsong
Atlanta
Summary
Dynamic talent and program management professional with 7+ years of experience leading workforce development, talent acquisition, and strategic partnerships across nonprofit and corporate sectors. Proven expertise in managing cross-functional initiatives, driving operational excellence, and executing scalable programs that strengthen talent pipelines and organizational impact.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Talent Development Manager
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Remote
04.2023 - Current
- Managed full-cycle talent acquisition and workforce development initiatives for early-career programs across corporate, government, and nonprofit sectors.
- Led strategic employer partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and program operations while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Oversaw concurrent recruitment initiatives, workforce development projects, and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen talent pipelines and program outcomes.
- Administered six-figure budgets, contract coordination, reporting, and career readiness programming, including resume coaching, interview preparation, and professional development.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Delta Air Lines-AMS
Atlanta, USA
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Directed talent acquisition and workforce planning strategies across multiple business units.
- Successfully attracted high-quality talent by executing strategic sourcing initiatives. Enhanced recruitment processes by defining clear role requirements in collaboration with business leaders. Achieved staffing goals through effective assessment and alignment of business needs.
- Fostered collaboration with internal stakeholders to support recruitment operations and optimize overall talent acquisition performance.
Professional Recruiting Coordinator
HD Supply
Atlanta, USA
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Facilitated high-volume recruiting operations by managing interview scheduling, offer coordination, and pre-employment processing.
- Oversaw adherence to organizational policies and employment regulations during the entire hiring lifecycle.
- Managed candidate tracking documentation and onboarding timelines in partnership with recruiters and hiring managers to enhance recruitment efficiency.
Member Service Agent
Delta Community Credit Union
Atlanta, USA
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Advised clients on loan origination to enhance creditworthiness in compliance with national credit union association regulations, fostering client satisfaction and retention.
- Engaged with 50+ clients to offer tailored financial guidance and support, ensuring informed decisions for product approvals.
- Achieved high sales performance benchmarks while fostering strong member satisfaction through dedicated service excellence.
Campus Recruiter
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Woodstock, USA
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Developed and implemented targeted outreach initiatives, participating in college job fairs and campus events to recruit early-career talent.
- Executed candidate sourcing and screening strategies to effectively engage participants in internship and management trainee programs.
- Orchestrated logistics for recruiting events while fostering university partnerships to optimize talent acquisition efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2018
Masters of Professional Studies - Strategic Leadership
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN2028
Skills
- Talent & Workforce Development
- Program & Project Management
- Full-Cycle Recruitment & Talent Strategy
- Internship & Experiential Learning Programs
- Budget Management
- Career Coaching & Professional Mentorship
- Leadership Development
Timeline
Senior Talent Development Manager
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
04.2023 - Current
Talent Acquisition Manager
Delta Air Lines-AMS
06.2021 - 03.2023
Professional Recruiting Coordinator
HD Supply
06.2021 - 12.2021
Member Service Agent
Delta Community Credit Union
11.2019 - 06.2021
Campus Recruiter
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
05.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Kennesaw State University
Masters of Professional Studies - Strategic Leadership
Tennessee State University
Leadership Affiliations
- Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals- Engage in leadership development, career advancement, and networking opportunities supporting professional growth.
- National Black MBA Association- Participate in professional development, networking, and academic enrichment opportunities for individuals pursuing or preparing for master's-level education and leadership roles