Christine Thropp
Whitney Barrera, former director of talent management at defense contractor Illuminate, was appointed as vice president of talent at Intelligent Waves, where she will have oversight of its workforce expansion initiatives.
The information technology integrator said Tuesday Barrera brings to her new role expertise in recruiting public sector veteran and civilian candidates and experience in talent acquisition.
Barrera spent more than a decade with Illuminate, initially working as lead recruiting and progressing to director roles. Earlier in her career, she was with GAP Solutions as project manager.
“Her invaluable experience in recruiting first-class talent in this highly competitive market will play a pivotal role in Intelligent Waves’ organizational growth,” said Heidi Parks, chief people officer of Intelligent Waves.
In addition, Barerra was presented with the 2022 Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve Patriot Award.
