Joanne Vega

Founder & Principal Recruiter

About Me

With nearly a decade of experience in executive search, I’ve helped build leadership and commercial teams for some of the world’s most recognized brands — as well as some of today’s most dynamic, fast-growing startups.

My career began in global executive search, where I worked closely with both Fortune 500 companies and high-growth ventures. Along the way, I noticed a recurring challenge: companies struggled to find a recruiting partner who truly understood their business, moved at their pace, and could deliver top-tier talent without unnecessary red tape.

I’ve worked both in-house and within global search firms, and I’ve seen the tradeoffs of each. Traditional firms can be slow, rigid, and costly. Internal teams often lack the bandwidth or reach to scale effectively. People Pop was created to bridge that gap — offering the strategic, high-quality recruiting usually reserved for large enterprises, delivered with the speed, flexibility, and transparency modern businesses need.

Why Work With People Pop

 Big-firm expertise paired with boutique-level service

 Strategic, high-quality recruiting — without the red tape

 Speed, flexibility, and transparency built for modern businesses

 A true partnership model — rooted in trust and aligned with your goals

 Talent strategies designed for long-term success, not just quick wins

 Precision and energy in every search — from first hires to senior leadership

 Committed to helping you grow your business through exceptional people

Ready to hire differently? Let’s build something great together.