Angela Borbe

Senior Research Associate

About:

Angela, a seasoned Senior Research Associate at Allura Partners, began her recruitment journey in 2011 with a Tokyo-based firm. She swiftly immersed herself in sectors like Fashion, Luxury, and FMCG, before specialising in the dynamic Technology Industry. With a keen interest in start ups, Angela played a pivotal role in assisting global Technology giants entering the Japanese market to identify top leadership talent.

Bringing her expertise to Australia in 2018, Angela joined a global Executive Search firm, focusing on Venture Capital Portfolio recruitment. Her scope includes sourcing leaders for early-stage start ups, scale-ups, and established entities across ANZ. Angela's portfolio spans SaaS, MarTech, AdTech, EduTech, RetailTech, AgriTech/Sustainability, FinTech, Health Tech, Cryptocurrency, and RegTech. She boasts a vast network of Founders, CEOs, CFOs, CROs, CTOs, and Advisors across the ANZ region, solidifying her reputation as a trusted recruitment partner.

Interests:

AAs an introvert, Angela finds joy in simple pleasures like watching Korean dramas, exploring interior design, and making homemade sushi with her family. She loves spending quality time with her little one, getting creative with kids' artwork, and enjoying the cozy comforts of home.

Specialities:

Executive Search

  • "Angela's APJ experience speaks for itself. In a fast moving data technology space, she was able to understand the brief in the Japan market where we first worked together many years ago. She brings experience, network and the ability to map the market quickly. Informatica was working on a number of roles at the time including sales specialists which was a highly competitive space. She delivered aligned candidates who are still with the organisation after 3 years and excelling! Angela now works in the ANZ market, in Melbourne, and has easily applied her knowledge locally. I would recommend Angela to any employer who is looking for an innovative and passionate recruiter with a sense of urgency."

    Olivia Gardiner, Associate Director

  • "I’ve had the pleasure of working with Angela whilst identifying my next career move. Angela has strong ability to partner with you to truly understand and define your next role and passions. She supports you through the end to end recruitment journey, ensuring transparency and guidance. After working with a few executive search partners in the past, Angela was a breath of fresh air and enabled a really natural and enjoyable process. After defining my ideal next role, Angela was able to identify roles that aligned to my strengths and growth areas, then supported me through the entire process. Even after landing my new amazing role, Angela still checks in and continues the relationship ensuring i am happy and its meeting my expectations. I highly recommend Angela as a recruiter for fast growing tech businesses."

    Hayley McKenzie, Chief Marketing Officer

  • "I enjoyed working with Angela while navigating my next career move. She was a good listener, attentive and ultimately helped me find my next role that’s been a great fit. I’d recommend her as a recruiter for fast growing tech businesses."

    Jess Tassel, Advisor/Co-Founder

  • "Highly recommend Angela. Very approachable, built transparent conversations. After all who doesn’t like to get associated with good recruiter! She always followed up with my interviews, gave me proper guidance. Now I have a excellent job at a prestigious company. Good work, Angela!!! Thank you for being so great at your work."

    Amrita Punjabi, Network Director

  • "Angela is a talented recruiter with an extensive network of candidates and leaders across Australia and Asia Pacific. She is also a pleasure to work with and willing to go the extra mile for both her clients and candidates, especially given the need for after-hours and weekend calls that are par for the course when interviewing for senior and confidential roles."

    Peter White, Chief Revenue Officer

  • "Working with Angela was a process that left me full of confidence. I was always kept updated at each stage promptly. Feedback was always in detail and focus on next steps was discussed. Communication and competency-based focus were key strengths. I felt that I was well aware of my progress through the whole process and the experience was one of my better hires. Thanks to Angela and the team, highly recommend."

    Stephen Anderson, Global Head of Sales

  • "I had the pleasure of working with Angela during a pivotal career transition where she successfully placed me into a new leadership role. From our initial interaction to the successful conclusion of the process, her commitment and passion was evident. What stood out most was the keen understanding of my background and career trajectory. Before even reaching out to me, she had a clear understanding of my experience and skill set. This allowed her to seamlessly bridge the gap between two distinct industries, making the transition smoother than I could have imagined. Throughout the process, her communication was clear, timely, and always conducted with a genuine sense of care and consideration for both the client and the candidate. It was evident that she wasn't just focused on filling a role; she was dedicated to creating meaningful connections and ensuring the best possible outcome for all involved. In summary, I wholeheartedly recommend Angela for any recruitment needs."

    Alessio Basone, Vice President of Sales