Global Talent Strategist | Lead Recruiter | Hiring Expert
Mark Davenport
I’m a high-impact Lead Recruiter with over nine years of experience driving results in recruiting, sourcing, interviewing, and hiring top-tier talent across niche and competitive markets. With a proven track record of success in international SaaS recruitment, I bring deep expertise in identifying and engaging talent at all levels—from emerging professionals to executive leadership.
My work is grounded in a strategic, data-informed approach and a keen understanding of the European hiring landscape, enabling me to connect companies with the right people—faster, smarter, and more effectively. Whether scaling global teams or filling mission-critical roles, I deliver precision hiring solutions that fuel growth and innovation.
About Me
Husband, father, mentor, and globally experienced recruiter with a passion for people and purpose.
Recruiting With a Passion While Exploring The World.
I’m a bilingual global citizen, speaking both English and German, with a deep appreciation for culture, connection, and growth. I spent nine transformative years living and working in Germany, immersing myself in its language, people, and professional landscape.
My travels have been more than just journeys—they’ve been sources of inspiration, motivation, and wisdom. Every place I’ve lived, every person I’ve met, has shaped how I see the world and how I show up in it.
I believe that true success comes from nurturing both the personal and professional sides of life. That balance fuels my passion, sharpens my perspective, and allows me to bring authenticity and empathy into everything I do.
“Your human talent is your most important talent.”
– Carla Harris –
Areas of Expertise
I am skilled at recruiting for all sectors, however, I am highly accomplished in these areas.
SaaS Tech & Engineering
I bring deep expertise in sourcing and recruiting top-tier talent for highly technical roles at the cutting edge of innovation in the SaaS space—including Application Engineers, QA Engineers, Lead Developers, Cybersecurity Experts, Cloud Infrastructure Engineers, IT Directors, Consultants, Administrators, and Analysts.
International Sales Leaders
I specialize in uncovering top-tier, passive Enterprise Sales talent for hard-to-fill, niche vertical roles across the U.S. and Europe. Leveraging a wide range of social media platforms and online communities, I spark meaningful conversations that lead to high-quality hires. I’m also highly skilled in negotiating compensation packages and contracts, ensuring outcomes that are both competitive and mutually beneficial.
Senior Level Modern Professionals
I’ve successfully designed and executed recruitment strategies that attract underrepresented talent into critical leadership roles—connecting with some of the world’s most influential DE&I leaders. I’m confident initiating meaningful conversations with senior executives who are passionate about driving real, lasting change.
Work Experience
Relevant experience to my recruiting background.
– As Lead Recruiter, I’ve successfully sourced and hired top talent across a broad spectrum of tech roles—including engineers, consultants, revenue-generating positions, and senior-level managers—throughout the U.S. and U.K. I specialize in filling high-priority, hard-to-fill roles while consistently delivering strong hiring results in fast-paced, competitive markets.
– Recruited, sourced, and placed high-quality candidates across all departments, consistently exceeding expectations by filling over 100 roles annually—including highly targeted leadership positions. Achieved and surpassed hiring goals for six consecutive years, demonstrating a strong track record of performance, precision, and persistence.
-Thoroughly evaluated candidate credentials to ensure alignment with organizational needs, assessing skills, experience, and cultural fit. Successfully managed internal internship programs while cultivating strong partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions to support talent pipelines and community engagement.
-Served as the primary driver of recruitment strategy and talent development initiatives—designing and implementing effective sourcing methods to attract top candidates, strengthen applicant pipelines, and elevate the organization’s campus brand presence.
My Certifications & Awards
Certifications, awards and degrees
What Others Say About My Work
References from those with whom I have worked.
“A shoutout to Mark Davenport for filling a critical role in record time. Your remarkable attention to knowing Fusions needs and finding the absolute best talent to align with our business goals and culture is outstanding. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to the success of Fusion and your future teammates!”
“I would on behalf the EMEA sales team and myself, personally give a massive shout out to Mark D and the HR team who turned around a challenging hiring situation in the UK in a lightening fast time. Allowing us to onboard our key AE hires in the summer ready for Q4. Thanks a million Mark!”
Shoutout to Mark Davenport who presented an interactive training this week to the Flatiron School job seekers as part of our efforts for recruitment and DE&I partnerships. He got rave reviews from the staff and students for his engaging and insightful advice! Appreciate your contributions in and out of Fusion!
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“Communication is merely an exchange of information, but connection is an exchange of our humanity.”
Sean Stephenson