Nikki Ahlgren 

Founder & CEO

Nikki has 20 years of experience leading people & operational strategy for organizations of all sizes and industries from start-ups to Fortune 10. Before starting Hilo Talent Partners, Nikki served as Chief People & Operations Officer for a hyper-growth, PE-backed start-up focused on intelligent automation professional services. Mrs. Ahlgren was responsible for global talent acquisition, leadership development, DE&I, workforce planning & operations, organizational design, culture development, employee education & professional development, compensation, benefits, HR technology & processes, and employee relations. She built and matured the functions and fostered the company culture to support its business growth and strategies as well as the needs and aspirations of its employees across the globe.

Nikki has a passion for talent and placing executives in meaningful roles. She has experience placing Chief Growth Officers, Chief Operating Officers, Chief Financial Officers, and VP/Director roles across all business functions. 

She holds an MBA from Bethel University and a BA from the University of Minnesota.

She is an active mom of three boys and enjoys wine with a good book. She'd love to talk to you about investing, joining a board, playing pickleball, and holistic health.