Optimizing Talent Acquisition Strategies for Effective STEM Onboarding

Abstract

REGENT, a startup revolutionizing coastal travel with seaglider technology, faces challenges recruiting critical STEM talent to meet production goals. This study aimed to optimize its Talent Acquisition Program (TAP) using a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, interviews, and statistical analyses. The investigation revealed that unmet basic needs, such as competitive compensation and geographic concerns, could hinder REGENT's ability to recruit STEM talent. Recommendations include focusing on employee motivation, strengthening culture branding, addressing relocation barriers, and refining the hiring process to attract top STEM talent effectively.