# Molly Murphy

> Talent and people leader with a passion for building inclusive teams, supporting growth, and connecting the dots of business needs and career goals.

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/mollymurphy

I'm passionate about building holistic teams and connecting career aspirations to company needs with authenticity and curiosity. 

I have 8+ years of experience as the sole or lead Talent Partner and team manager at scaling startups in the Bay Area.

## Work Experience
### Senior Recruiting Consultant @ Boulevard Recruiting
Jan 2026 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area
We partner with VCs and startups on scaling their teams, operating as first recruiters on the ground or as supporting cast to your in-house talent team. Our model is designed to be flexible and you can scale up or down as needed.

### Talent Leader @ StartupExperts
Jan 2025 – Present

### Advisor @ Syelo
Jan 2023 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area

### Talent Acquisition Lead @ Parkade
Jan 2025 – Jan 2025
Grew the team at Parkade by 73% while overseeing Talent; Parkade is a series A PropTech company.

### Fractional Talent Acquisition Leader @ Hire Grounded
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | San Francisco Bay Area
Consulting and career coaching

### Talent Manager, US @ HoneyBook
Jan 2021 – Jan 2024 | SF Bay Area
Lead Talent Partner and team manager; grew the US team by 30+% YoY after we secured Series D and E. Oversaw budget, tech stack for Talent, and employer brand. Partnered closely with all levels of the company to hire holistically and driven by our core values, specifically being people-first and authentic. I led a team of 1-3 recruiters and coordinators over three years through wild market shifts and hiring needs.

### Senior Talent Partner @ HoneyBook
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | SF Bay Area
Joined just before our announcement of Series D funding, and scaled up the recruiting and Talent function to support high growth in the first six months at HoneyBook. Streamlined processes, built and trained a team. 
I believe in supporting people and the business needs holistically, and deeply value inclusivity and belonging, as well as personal and professional growth.

### Founding Recruiter @ Babylist
Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 | Oakland
First recruiting/Talent hire, and sole internal Talent Acquisition leader at Babylist, growing the company 56% over an incredibly rewarding two years. I reported to the CEO, implemented an ATS, created hiring guidelines and process, and recruited for all roles and departments.

### Talent Acquisition Lead @ Rigetti Computing
Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 | Berkeley, CA
Finding and hiring the best talent to build the world's most powerful computer.

### Freelance Developer and Designer @ Mmmeld Creative
Jan 2015 – Jan 2018 | Oakland, CA
Built and launched corporate, ecommerce, and personal websites. Composed technical specifications and wireframes for projects. Full-stack development using Python/Django, Javascript, HTML, CSS, AWS, and Heroku Deployment.

### Legal Office Administrator @ Akawie & LaPietra, PC
Jan 2013 – Jan 2016 | Oakland

### Production Assistant @ Luna Park Productions
Jan 2011 – Jan 2016 | Fairfax, CA
Worked as main assistant to Emmy-winning producer of short and feature documentaries. I managed project research, marketing outreach and collateral, sound and lighting coordination, and team-wide communications. Made occasional cameos.

### Lead Trainer and Product Specialist @ Apple
Jan 2011 – Jan 2013
Facilitated product and software training for internal and external customers. Stepped in where needed, and top seller in my first month.

### Administrative Assistant                  Scene Shop @ The Evergreen State College
Jan 2009 – Jan 2010
Coordinated production scheduling, staffing, and set-up and managed all day-to-day Operations including payroll and ER.

### Owner/Producer @ Adapt Apparel
Jan 2007 – Jan 2009
Founded eco-conscious screen printing company, established vendor and client base, and managed all day-to-day operations as well as marketing and design.

### Administrative and PR Assistant @ Murphy's Furniture Gallery
Jan 2005 – Jan 2007
Worked with lead marketing advisor to develop local and social marketing campaigns. Designed and authored marketing materials, including fliers, postcards, and email advertisements. Provided specialized and curated customer service experience.


## Education
### Expressive Cultural Psychology in Expressive Arts, Sociolinguistics, Anthropology
The Evergreen State College

### Software Development Bootcamp in Full-Stack Web Development
GoCode


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mollymmurphy

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Last updated: 2026-04-05