Sylvia Misiak

Sylvia Misiak

Sylvia Misiak

Managing Partner & Business Development Director

Sylvia, co-founder and managing partner at DNA Recruitment. She oversees DNA’s strategic accounts and senior executive searches, earning the trust of healthcare leaders with her sector knowledge and direct approach. Passionate about promoting diversity in the workplace, Sylvia advocates for those facing discrimination in gender, nationality, religion, education, or age.
Our 2025 Talent Overview: Delivery Highlights & Trends

Our 2025 Talent Overview: Delivery Highlights & Trends

In 2025, hiring across CEEMEA became more demanding, not only because talent remained competitive but because decision-making became even more layered. Localisation priorities in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, multi-country stakeholder groups, and extended interview cycles meant that delivery depended on disciplined execution and consistent candidate care. At DNA Recruitment, our role this year was to bring structure to complexity: calibrating expectations early, presenting strong shortlists fast,...

Key Middle Eastern Life Sciences Insights from Arab Health & Medlab

Key Middle Eastern Life Sciences Insights from Arab Health & Medlab

The Dubai World Trade Center once again hosted two highly anticipated events in the Life Sciences industry, Arab Health and Medlab Middle East. Our team and I had the opportunity to witness the sector's pulse amidst the vibrant showcases of cutting-edge technologies and innovations. During the events, we engaged with business partners and candidates, from whom we gained invaluable insights that shed light on the industry's trajectory. Join me as we delve into an intricate exploration of the...

2023 Overview: Our Annual Talent, Triumphs and Trends

2023 Overview: Our Annual Talent, Triumphs and Trends

In 2023, despite facing various challenges, we not only generated numerous innovative ideas but also encountered inspiring moments along the way. Our journey is closely linked with our outstanding partners, and we'd like to share valuable insights that could also be relevant and beneficial for you. Simultaneously, we would like to use this opportunity to thank you for our fruitful cooperation this year. We are genuinely excited about the opportunities 2024 holds for us. Featured Resource: Our...

Recruitment Trends in the Middle Eastern Life Sciences Industry

Recruitment Trends in the Middle Eastern Life Sciences Industry

In the wake of a downtime period, the Middle East's Life Sciences industry is experiencing a surge in recruitment activities. In addition, this year's Ramadan also witnessed heightened hiring efforts, reflecting companies' proactive approach to capitalize on the industry's promising Q1 performance. However, despite the influx of candidates from recent redundancies, finding individuals with the right skill set remains challenging. As a recruitment specialist in the region, we have expanded our...

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