Mahdi is a tech & legal talent acquisition expert with a solid technical background and an extensive track record of filling the most challenging technical roles, helping companies scale and build-out entire tech teams with lightning speed.

Mahdi started his career as a software development engineer at Amazon, working on the Amazon Prime Video streaming service. He has a Computer Science degree from The University of Sheffield, where he graduated with First Class Honors. After founding his first company, a 3D printing disruptor, he found his true passion in tech recruiting.

He quickly climbed to Managing Director at one of the leading talent solutions and consulting firms and built and led strategic partnerships at a prominent B2B Fintech startup, helping the company grow to over $1 Billion in revenue.

Mahdi’s innovative recruiting strategies have enabled him to fill thousands of specialized roles for some of the most sought-after companies in the US. His expertise in forging strategic partnerships and deep industry knowledge make him a trusted tech recruiting partner, ensuring clients secure the very best talent they need to grow.

Diana is a tech & legal talent solutions expert with a proven ability to help companies build high-performing technology teams, from Fortune 500 giants to fast-growing startups. With over 20 years of experience, she brings innovative recruiting strategies and a deep understanding of the tech industry to every client engagement.

Diana began her career as a systems engineer at IBM, specializing in risk assessment and IT infrastructure, where she developed a strong technical foundation. She went on to become Managing Director and Partner at one of the world’s leading global recruitment agencies, scaling teams across a wide range of industries and supporting over half of the Fortune 500.

Diana also leads a global children’s coding education franchise, driven by her passion for technology and education, inspiring the next generation of innovators. Her entrepreneurial mindset and ability to deliver impactful solutions have shaped her career at every step.

Diana holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from UCLA. Her expertise in tech talent acquisition, strategic problem-solving, and client success makes her a trusted partner, helping companies secure the exceptional talent they need to scale and thrive.

Kristina is a Principal Recruiter with nearly a decade of experience in filling niche, hard-to-fill roles. Known for her relationship-building skills, consultative approach, and ability to ask the right questions, she is a trusted partner in talent acquisition and client success.

Formerly at NASA JPL and AWS, Kristina began her career in Human Resources, helping companies establish their people operations, systems, programs, and talent strategies. She combines deep in-house knowledge with strategic HR expertise to help organizations secure top talent.

Passionate about building long-term relationships, Kristina also explores ways to live more harmoniously with the local environment—from growing native plants that support wildlife to learning traditional, natural building techniques. She volunteers at her local nature center, helping Eaton Canyon recover from the 2025 Eaton Fire.

Her genuine investment in the wellbeing of people and organizations makes her a valued advisor and partner, dedicated to helping both talent and companies succeed.

Madeleine is a full-cycle senior recruiter with over five years of experience filling mission-critical roles across IT, Engineering, Project Management, Healthcare, Customer Service, Manufacturing, and Marketing / Creative.

She delivers top-tier talent for venture-backed unicorns and enterprise market leaders within technology, consumer, healthcare, financial services, gaming, and media, including Disney, Chipotle, UnitedHealth Group, Experian, Apple, and Activision Blizzard.

Known for direct communication and strong relationship-building, Madeleine is trusted by hiring leaders to take ownership of high-impact searches and deliver candidates who raise the bar, not just fill seats.

Khumar is a lawyer with a background in international arbitration, commercial law, and regulatory compliance. Before joining Crew Connectors, she worked at KPMG, Ernst & Young, and the AIFC International Arbitration Centre, handling cross-border legal matters involving tax, risk, and dispute resolution. She also advised startups on corporate compliance and business formation at the Entrepreneurship Law Clinic at American University.

At Crew, Khumar supports attorney recruiting and oversees legal operations, helping law firms and in-house legal departments across the U.S. hire top talent and maintain strong legal infrastructure.

She holds an LL.M. in International Arbitration and Business Law from American University and is fluent in Azerbaijani, English, and Turkish, with working proficiency in French and Russian.