Spencer started the Talent Agency in 2023. Before, he worked as a recruitment executive with global social enterprises. He focused on hiring in Africa, Europe and the US.
He loves working 1:1 with ambitious people to help them get exactly what they want. Learn more about Spencer on
Forward Looking Leadership - a podcast from executive coach Dan Freehling.
Spencer's career has taught him a lot about hiring. At One Acre Fund, he led recruitment innovation. In this role, he overhauled the organization's recruitment systems. He also managed a global team of 30. He has worked as a Director of Recruitment and VP Talent Acquisition. In these roles, he was often a coach for CEOs and recruiters on effective hiring.
Spencer started his career as a volunteer teacher in the Peace Corps in Ghana. He holds a bachelor's degree in Economics and Math from Michigan State University. He's also pursuing a coaching certification (ACC) and writing his first book - a how-to guide for finding a great social impact job.
Spencer splits his time between Lyon, France, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Kigali, Rwanda. When he's not working, he's pushing his toddler's stroller in the park or reading.