Hi, I'm Andrew Heywood - Talent Advisor | Ex-Roblox| Xoogler | Ex-Tweep
I thrive on building high-impact teams for disruptive companies worldwide. My passion lies in discovering emerging talent pools and connecting with leaders to shape the future of organizations. I love advising on global talent strategies for scale-ups.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Recruited internationally, including a foundational five-year tenure in Japan.
Led talent acquisition for startups through acquisition and IPO, including Roblox (NYSE: RBLX).
Can help others by providing strategic guidance on building and scaling global teams.
š Career trajectory
Foundational Recruiting in Tokyo
Began my recruiting career in Tokyo, gaining deep international experience and developing foundational skills in a top recruitment agency.
ā¦ International Start
ā¦ Recruitment Agency
Scaling High-Growth Companies
Contributed to the growth of startups through multiple funding rounds, acquisitions, and IPOs, experiencing rapid scaling firsthand.
ā¦ Startup Scaling
ā¦ IPO Experience
ā¦ Acquisition Experience
Strategic Talent Leadership
Currently focusing on talent advisory roles, building impactful teams for disruptive companies, and leveraging past experiences in global markets.
ā¦ Talent Advisory
ā¦ Executive Search
ā¦ Global Talent Acquisition
šŖš» Superpowers
Global Scaling Architect
Building and scaling teams across international markets.
ā¦ Proven success in attracting top talent in EMEA, LATAM, and APAC.
ā¦ Experience managing recruitment for startups through acquisition and IPO.
ā¦ Deep understanding of diverse global hiring landscapes.
Disruptor Team Builder
Identifying and recruiting talent for high-growth, disruptive companies.
ā¦ Specializes in attracting talent for early-stage and scaling organizations.
ā¦ Experience working with founders and C-level to define talent needs.
ā¦ Expertise in full-life cycle recruiting for critical roles.
Cross-Cultural Talent Navigator
Leveraging international experience to find unique professional identities.
ā¦ Lived and recruited in Japan for five years, building global networks.
ā¦ Successfully attracted talent for roles across diverse geographical regions.
ā¦ Combines international market insights with strategic recruitment.
I'm excited about
ā¦ Discovering emerging talent pools for innovative tech ventures.
ā¦ Connecting with founders and leaders to shape future organizational structures.
ā¦ Exploring opportunities to advise on global talent strategies for scale-ups.
I can help with
ā¦ Help identify and attract top-tier talent for challenging technical and leadership roles.
ā¦ Provide strategic guidance on building and scaling international teams effectively.
ā¦ Offer expertise in executive search and full-life cycle recruitment for high-growth companies.
I would love your help on
ā¦ Gain introductions to founders of early-stage companies in the AI and sustainability sectors.
ā¦ Learn about emerging talent trends in specific high-growth industries.
ā¦ Connect with other seasoned talent professionals for knowledge sharing on global recruiting.
