Amanda Stallmer, talent acquisition leader at SEFCU, was named to the Albany Business Review’s 2019 “40 Under 40” list. This marks the 20th year the publication has published the annual list, which recognizes the Capital Region’s best and brightest young professionals.

Stallmer began her career in 2005 as a college intern with SEFCU. After earning her MBA from the University at Albany in 2009, Stallmer was promoted to talent acquisition leader in 2011. In her current role, Stallmer leads the team of recruitment professionals and hiring managers at the credit union. Through her leadership, the credit union implemented tools and processes that have directly impacted SEFCU’s ability to attract and retain talented employees.

Stallmer has served as the program and sponsorship chair of the Capital Region Recruiter’s Network since 2014. In this role, she leads the entire professional membership in identifying, designing, and implementing events that address relevant issues and needs for the future.

Additionally, she was selected for the highly competitive Capital Region HR Leadership program. Stallmer graduated from the program in 2016, and is now part of the alumni who mentor new HR professionals.

Stallmer is also a significant contributor to SEFCU’s community efforts. During her 14-year tenure with SEFCU, she has regularly led and participated in a variety of efforts such as Bowl for Kids’ Sake, the SEFCU Monopoly Tournament to benefit the Center for Disability Services, the Heart Walk, Toys for Tots, SEFCU’s Arbor Hill/Giffen Elementary Mentoring program and most recently as a volunteer for the Capital District Smartest Company challenge.