Gabriel Limon is an accomplished executive recruiter and founder of GL Career Placement, bringing over 11 years of expertise in workforce development and talent acquisition. Specializing in the light industrial sector, Gabriel has a proven track record of building strong client partnerships and implementing strategic recruitment processes that drive business success. With an MBA from Santa Clara University and fluency in Spanish, he excels at delivering tailored solutions that align with market trends. Gabriel's personal mission to "Be Kind to Everyone, and Help Others to Be Successful" underscores his commitment to fostering growth and collaboration in every professional relationship.

Building truly inclusive tech teams goes beyond traditional notions of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) like gender, ethnic, racial, or religious diversity. The ultimate goal is to achieve diversity of thought, which drives innovation and problem-solving. This diversity of thought is often achieved by bringing together individuals with varied experiences, educational backgrounds, and perspectives. For instance, candidates from different schools, states, and academic rankings are more likely to offer a broader spectrum of ideas than those with similar backgrounds. Embracing non-traditional hiring practices, such as recruiting talent from diverse industries or training individuals from non-technical backgrounds, not only enhances team performance but also provides valuable opportunities to underrepresented communities. This approach creates a ripple effect, empowering individuals to earn livable wages, gain experience, and positively impact their socioeconomic future. The focus should be on the creative potential that diverse backgrounds bring, not just the categories they represent.