Daniel Van Epps, MS HROD

Leadership Expert | Retired U.S. Army Combat Veteran | Strategic Recruiting Leader

United States

About

Strategic Talent Acquisition Leader Dynamic and results-driven talent acquisition leader with 23 years of leadership experience, including 10+ years in recruiting and recruiting management, workforce development, and strategic hiring solutions. Proven expertise in all recruitment fields. As a retired U.S. Army veteran, I led elite infantry teams in high-pressure environments, developing future leaders and optimizing team performance. Transitioning into talent acquisition, I applied those same leadership principles to train, mentor, and drive record-breaking hiring results. I have: ✅ Increased recruitment efficiency by 2,100% through data-driven hiring strategies ✅ Reduced time-to-fill by 95% while maintaining a 90% retention rate ✅ Led and developed 36+ recruiters, optimizing performance and hiring outcomes ✅ Implemented AI-powered sourcing to build sustainable talent pipelines 🔹 Key Areas of Expertise: ✔ Recruiting Strategy & Workforce Planning ✔ Talent Acquisition ✔ Leadership Development & Team Optimization ✔ Process Improvement & Performance Metrics ✔ AI-Driven Sourcing & Compliance Management I am passionate about mentoring leaders, optimizing recruitment processes, and helping organizations build high-performing teams. Always open to connecting with professionals who share a commitment to leadership, growth, and operational excellence. 📩 Let’s connect and create impact!

Experience

  • Recruiting Manager at Brighter Health Network, LLC (BHN)
    Mar 2023 - Feb 2025 · 2 yrs

    Recruiting Manager – Brighter Health Network (March 2023 – Present) • Led nationwide recruiting efforts for healthcare and UDS nurses, achieving a 2,100% increase in hiring effectiveness. • Implemented AI-powered sourcing strategies to build sustainable talent pipelines. • Reduced time-to-fill by 95% while maintaining a 90% retention rate. • Partnered with executive leadership to refine hiring strategies that align with organizational goals.

  • US Army (24 yrs 1 mo)
    • Army Recruiting and Retention College Instructor
      Jul 2017 - Jun 2023 · 6 yrs

      Talent Development & Training Specialist – U.S. Army Recruiting & Retention College (2017 – 2023) • Trained 5,000+ recruiters in advanced recruitment methodologies, compliance, and candidate engagement. • Developed university outreach programs to engage top talent and expand recruitment pipelines. • Aligned training initiatives with industry best practices and Army strategic goals.

    • Regional Recruitment Manager (1SG)
      Jul 2016 - Jul 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo

      • Managed 36 recruiters, driving a 40% increase in hiring across technical and healthcare roles. • Optimized hiring workflows to improve time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality-of-hire. • Strengthened university and military partnerships to create new recruitment channels.

    • Senior Recruiter
      Jul 2013 - Jul 2016 · 3 yrs 1 mo

      • Oversaw talent acquisition across a 3,092-square-mile territory, achieving hiring goals for the first time in 15 years. • Built long-term talent pipelines by engaging with universities and community leaders.