Her Story
About Jeannie
Jeannie Fitzgerald is Managing Partner of Sourcepoint, a professional and executive search firm based in Wilmington, North Carolina.
With more than 20 years in recruiting and talent acquisition, Jeannie has worked across nearly every side of the profession, from sourcing and executive search to corporate recruiting and leading talent acquisition teams. Before returning her focus to Sourcepoint, she spent nearly six years with Stanley Black & Decker, where she progressed to Director of Talent Acquisition and led recruiting efforts supporting businesses across North America.
That experience gives Jeannie a practical understanding of what companies actually need from a search partner. She has been both the recruiter responsible for finding exceptional talent and the corporate leader accountable for building teams, improving recruiting operations, advising business leaders, and delivering results.
At Sourcepoint, Jeannie partners directly with companies on professional and executive searches, with particular expertise across sales, marketing, technology, manufacturing, and specialized leadership roles. Sourcepoint combines experienced search judgment, deep sourcing expertise, strong relationships, and modern technology to help clients find people who can make an impact.
Jeannie is also active in the Wilmington business community and volunteers as a girls' middle school tennis coach. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from Coastal Carolina University.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Jeannie
01What do you attribute your success to?
Mindset and perseverance. I’ve learned to turn fear into excitement. When I’m at a crossroads or taking a risk, I try to look at the opportunity instead of everything that could go wrong. That mindset has helped me make some of the biggest moves in my career.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Know your data and keep track of your wins. It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day and forget what you’ve actually accomplished. I’ve always tried to keep track of the results I’ve delivered, what I’ve built, and the problems I’ve solved. Being able to clearly show your impact matters.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Get comfortable with technology. Learn AI, learn how the tools you use actually work, and don’t be intimidated by it. You don’t have to be an engineer, but understanding technology gives you a huge advantage. Stay curious and keep learning because the way we work is changing incredibly fast.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge right now is the uncertainty from layoffs across the technology and manufacturing industries, making it essential to build a strong personal brand and consistently demonstrate what sets you apart. At the same time, there are significant opportunities for young women in AI and technology. Learning the technology and understanding how AI is transforming the workplace can help professionals stand out in an increasingly competitive market.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Authenticity, integrity and honesty. I’m pretty much a what-you-see-is-what-you-get person, and I try to bring that into how I work and how I treat people. I also think it’s important to stay open-minded and flexible. You can be confident in what you believe while still being willing to listen and change your mind.
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