Darina Kurganbekova is an accomplished HR, IT recruitment and Operations professional with over 11 years of experience. Currently serving as the Chief HR and Operations Officer at Klara AI, she has a proven track record of success in various roles, including lead hunter, sourcer, recruiter, and business development manager. Her career highlights include leading the expansion of recruitment teams, filling C-level management positions, and excelling in client acquisition and negotiation. Darina's extensive experience spans both external and internal recruitment, where she has doubled the size of teams by effectively managing recruiters, sourcers, marketing, and sales personnel. She is also passionate about empowering women in tech and mentoring aspiring professionals. Known for her open-mindedness and excellent communication skills, Darina is driven by a commitment to getting things done. Her previous roles include Head of HR at TechBiz Global, CEO of Alex Staff Agency, and various account management positions.