We believe that hiring should be based on what someone can do rather than who they know. We are on a mission to democratize access to careers, breaking down barriers and creating a level playing field for all.
We envision a world where everyone has access to a job that blends passion with purpose. We strive to create a platform that empowers individuals to find fulfilling careers, regardless of their background or connections.
Chris Mannion, the co-founder and CEO of Sonar Talent. From military aerospace engineering to e-commerce supply chain operations, Chris' experience led him to an unexpected role pulling together operations, analytics, and product management to build and lead a new recruiting capability at Wayfair in 2019. Now, he is spearheading the launch of a revolutionary product to transform the recruiting industry.
Born and raised in the UK, Chris was the first in his family to attend college. He worked his way through various jobs to pay for school, including delivering newspapers and flipping burgers at McDonald's. Chris earned a scholarship from the Royal Navy to study aerospace engineering at the University of Liverpool and joined the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm after graduation. He is a Chartered Engineer and holds a Masters in Guided Weapons Systems from Cranfield University and an MBA from MIT Sloan.
Chris lives in Greater Boston with his wife, daughter, and loyal terrier. He is passionate about creating more equitable career opportunities for his daughter and future generations, especially those without generational wealth or networks to access high-growth careers.
With less budget, time, and resources than ever before - you need to make every hire count
