JD Neinast, LION

JD Neinast, LION is a Manager of Technical Talent Acquisition at Mastercard, based in Boston, Massachusetts.1 He is a seasoned professional in the field of talent acquisition and recruitment, with a strong focus on technical roles.

Professional Background

JD has an extensive career in recruitment and talent acquisition spanning over two decades. His experience includes:

• Current Role: Manager, Technical Talent Acquisition at Mastercard (since June 2022)1
• Previous Positions:
  • Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at EDB
  • Senior Technical Recruiter at Plymouth Rock Assurance
  • Senior Technical Recruiter at Eze Software Group
  • Senior Resource Manager at Thor
  • Recruiting Manager at Oxford Healthcare IT
  • Technical Recruiter at Oxford International

Skills and Expertise

JD is known for his:

• Successful record in recruiting top talent
• Ability to mentor and train other recruiters
• Leadership skills in building and managing teams
• Fast-paced communication and personable presence
• Commitment to integrity in the recruitment process1

Focus Areas

JD is passionate about:

• Building diversity and inclusion within the workforce
• Leading and managing recruitment teams
• Diplomatic and tactful communication with professionals at all levels1

At Mastercard, JD is actively involved in talent acquisition initiatives, including promoting the company's Talent Community for job seekers and sharing interview preparation tips for potential candidates.23