Who We Are

My name is Deja Martin, and I created The Talent Operations Studio to deliver an elevated, concierge-level approach to talent acquisition and operational strategy for small businesses. With deep experience supporting nationwide teams across corporate and field operations, I bring a refined, strategic lens to every stage of the hiring journey.

I specialize in building scalable systems, strengthening talent brands, and providing fractional recruiting support that mirrors executive-level partnership. My mission is simple: to help business owners operate with clarity, hire with confidence, and grow with intention.

When your people strategy rises, your entire business rises with it.

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man using MacBook
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closeup photo of silver iMac

Our Approach

We operate as an extension of your business — the partner who brings structure to your hiring, clarity to your strategy, and sophistication to your talent brand.
Our engagements combine hands-on recruiting expertise with operational design, giving you both the engine and the roadmap for sustainable hiring.

From fractional talent acquisition support to full recruitment system build-outs, employer branding refreshes, and strategic consulting, our services are crafted for small and growing businesses who need high-level expertise without the cost of an internal team. We offer project work, retainers, and on-demand consulting to fit your pace and priorities.

Why Small Businesses Choose The Talent Operations Studio

Boutique, white-glove support
Flexible contract or retainer partnerships
Faster hiring with less stress
Refined, professional job branding that elevates your company
Clear systems that help you scale confidently

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a person using a laptop
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silhouette of man and woman holding hands during sunset
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A whiteboard session showing employer branding ideas sketched out with champagne-gold accents.
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silver MacBook Air displaying Adobe file

Praise

What clients say about our tailored support

Working with the talent operations studio transformed our hiring process—streamlined, efficient, and truly personalized.

Anna Lee
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Portrait of a smiling professional woman in a modern office setting.

Austin TX

Their expertise in employer branding helped us attract the right candidates and build a stronger team culture.

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Photo of a confident man in business casual attire standing in a bright workspace.
Mark Wu

Denver CO

★★★★★
★★★★★