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Cynthia Platero
Cynthia Platero is the Inclusive Talent Sources Manager for Hilti North America. She has 10+ years of extensive HR experience and is currently pursuing her Executive Coach Certification. She has a passion for equitable practices and social responsibility that she strives to creatively channel into her work. Cynthia resides in Texas and has a son who currently attends UT Austin.
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Dulari Mehta
Dulari Mehta is Hilti North America’s Social Impact Manager focusing on Education and Workforce, spearheading Hilti’s innovative workforce initiatives. She is best known as a social impact leader with 20 years' experience maximizing the potential of programs. She is very passionate about creating pathways for opportunity and access for all to have a better future.
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Sierra Wheatley
Sierra is Hilti North America's Sr. Manager of Talent Sourcing & Attraction, leading a team responsible for talent attraction, talent sourcing, university recruitment and DE&I recruitment. With 15 years of talent acquisition and employer branding experience - nearly seven of which have been at Hilti - Sierra is passionate about exploring innovative solutions to reach new audiences and connect great talent with great opportunities. Sierra is based in Texas, where she lives with her husband, two children and Portuguese Water Dog, Walter.
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Erica Newman
Erica Newman, MBA is a BC Account Manager in New Orleans, LA and has been with Hilti for 5 years. She has a passion for promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. She believes that the most successful teams are those who create diverse inclusive environments.
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Artie Reams
Artie Reams serves Hilti North America as Director of Retail and Inside Sales in the Central US. His path at Hilti includes sales, marketing, strategy, and HR with each role providing unique challenges and growth opportunities. Outside of Hilti, his time is dedicated to his family and volunteering with his church and Grace Bridge, a North Texas non-profit serving the needs of the community.
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Neha Choudhary
A growth-oriented and results-driven global marketer with 13 years of experience in the healthcare and construction sectors across Asia, Europe, and North America. Expertise encompasses new brand launches, brand positioning, digital marketing strategy, business development, communications, and project management. I am a traveler at heart and an avid runner, committed to making a positive impact on the lives of patients and customers. I love being a marketer!
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Blake Brown
Blake Brown is the Senior Manager of Construction and Facilities for Hilti North America, bringing over 13 years of experience to the role. He leads construction renovations, facility relocations, and day-to-day facility operations, while driving cost-effective, large-scale project execution. Known for his leadership and commitment to continuous improvement, Blake stays focused on innovative solutions and best practices to ensure Hilti’s facilities meet and exceed industry standards.
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Dannielle Wagner
Danni began her journey with Hilti in St. Louis late 2017 and currently serves as a Regional Manager for the Interior Finish trades in Colorado. She is passionate about developing strong, high-performing teams and making a positive impact through community volunteering. Outside of work, you’ll usually find her outdoors — fishing, archery, hiking, or camping whenever she gets the chance.
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Zachary Magers
With a background in international business and a passion for purpose-driven work, Zach Magers is part of the Outperformer Program at Hilti North America. He has begun to build a hands-on, fast-paced career across sales, operations, and product management. From jobsites in SoCal to Hilti’s Dallas HQ, Zach has found growth through challenge, mentorship, and opportunities to create impact
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Bryant Aragon
Bryant Aragon is a seasoned University Recruiting Specialist at Hilti North America, bringing over nine years of expertise building and managing relationships, coordinating programs and talent acquisition. He is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that aligns with Hilti's core values and mission. Bryant is passionate about community engagement, philanthropy, and mentoring individuals to help them achieve their career aspirations. He resides in Texas with his wife and their blended family of five children and two dogs.
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Kat Le
Kat is Hilti Global Senior Manager of Software Quality & Risk Management, based in Hilti North America. She leads a team focused on software product quality, safety, compliance, and risk management. With over 20 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance, nearly five of those at Hilti. Kat is passionate about driving a quality-first mindset and continuously improving software quality processes through thoughtful problem solving. Outside of work, she’s deeply committed to social impact initiatives and is a big animal lover.
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Annabelle Aguilar
Annabelle Aguilar is a Process Expert for HNA Warehouse Management, where she handles reporting and quality issue resolution. She has her Master's in Supply Chain Management and is currently pursuing an MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas. In her free time, she enjoys going on daily walks with her family, volunteering in her church's nursery, and applying Lean concepts she learns at work towards running her home.
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Claire George
Claire is a Senior Human Resources Manager based out of Canada, where she supports a variety of people-related topics. During her 8 years at Hilti, she has previously worked as an Account Manager, HR Partner and Talent Acquisition Manager. Claire is passionate about connecting the dots between people, leadership and culture with practical solutions and an equitable, transparent approach. She is dedicated to leading with empathy and empowering others to own their development journeys.