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James Pemberton
Healthcare Talent Acquisition Specialist
Founder of Engaged Headhunters and Build Don't Beg
About
Profile Summary
James Pemberton is a Healthcare Talent Acquisition Specialist and the Founder of Engaged Headhunters and Build Don't Beg. With over 15 years of recruiting experience and a strong background in SEO, digital marketing, and AI-driven automation, James helps healthcare organizations and recruiting firms attract, hire, and retain top talent.
His approach merges traditional executive search expertise with cutting-edge AI recruitment strategies, building scalable systems that reduce time-to-hire, increase placement success, and strengthen employer brands.
Key Focus Areas
Beyond Work
James is passionate about building relationships, golf, and building time-saving systems. He lives by the motto:
"Build authority so you don't have to beg."
Featured Highlights
EngagedHeadhunters.com
Executive recruiting firm specializing in healthcare and technology
Build Don't Beg Coaching
Authority-building systems for recruiters and businesses
BDB AI Stack
AI-powered agents and recruitment automation ecosystem
Experience
Founder & Executive Search Consultant
Engaged Headhunters
2022 – Present
Blending headhunting with AI-powered recruiting systems to deliver smarter, faster healthcare hires.
Founder
BDB Coaching LLC
2023 – Present
Coaching recruiters and staffing entrepreneurs to build scalable agencies using AI, SEO, and automation.
Healthcare Executive Recruiter
Proactive Healthcare Recruiters
2012 – 2023
Delivered 500+ placements across home health and hospice.
Healthcare Marketing Consultant
Proactive Search Partners
2014 – 2023
Built inbound marketing systems for healthcare businesses using SEO, PPC, and digital strategies.
Earlier Recruiting Experience
Endevis & Search One Inc.
2007 – 2012
Recruiter roles with specialized firms, plus Financial Services experience with New York Life.
Aviation Electronics Technician
U.S. Navy
1997 – 2007
Maintained and repaired F-14 Tomcat systems, supervised 30+ personnel, and served as an Information Site Security Officer managing network security for 2,000+ users.
Skills & Expertise
Education & Credentials
MSIA, Information Assurance
Norwich University
🏅 Honor: Cum Laude
BSIT, Computer Technologies
Strayer University
Professional Certifications
📜 MCP, A+, Instagram for Business
Ready to Build Healthcare Employment Brand Authority?
Stop competing for healthcare talent and start attracting them. Book a strategy call or connect with James to discover how Build Don't Beg can transform your healthcare staffing approach.