In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, finding and hiring the right talent can make the difference between success and stagnation. On this episode of the Grow Fast podcast, host Mark Shriner sits down with Seyka Mejeur, co-founder of Ad Astra, a talent acquisition firm specializing in recruiting for hard tech startups in space, clean technology, and defense industries. Mejeur brings a unique perspective to talent acquisition, having worked extensively in people operations and hiring across various sectors. Her company focuses on supporting pre-seed to Series C startups, helping them build teams that can drive innovation in challenging and cutting-edge technological domains. With a background that includes working closely with engineers and founders, she understands the critical importance of finding not just skilled professionals but individuals who can thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. This episode explores the nuanced art and science of recruiting top talent, particularly in industries that are pushing the boundaries of technological innovation. Listeners will gain insights into how startups can attract world-class candidates by offering more than just competitive compensation – by providing opportunities to work on novel technologies, collaborate with brilliant minds, and make a meaningful impact on humanity's future. The Grow Fast Podcast is brought to you by Breeze Docs, the fastest, easiest, and lowest-cost way to complete RFP documents. Breeze Docs https://www.breezedocs.ai/