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Big Wave Recruiting

Big Wave Recruiting is a boutique HR-focused search firm trusted by smart Northwest organizations to deliver executive, senior-level, and fractional human resources leadership that accelerates business performance. Led by Seattle-based recruiter Chris Englin, the firm specializes in retained search across core HR disciplinestalent acquisition, total rewards/compensation and benefits, and learning and developmenthelping companies define the right role scope, craft compelling and equitable job descriptions, and run fair, effective interview processes. Big Wave conducts direct hire and interim placements and can coordinate multiple concurrent searches for established companies, early-stage ventures, and nonprofits. Deeply embedded in the Pacific Northwest talent market yet capable of reaching beyond the region when needed, the team is known for uncovering non-traditional, emerging, and otherwise hidden HR talent aligned to culture and strategy. Big Waves approach blends rigorous market mapping, careful candidate evaluation, and consultative advisory, often including fractional expertise to help clients evolve during inflection points. The firms outcomes include building complete HR teams from the top down for innovative brands like Pok�mon, securing transformative HR executives for consumer brands such as Outdoor Research, and placing mission-driven HR leaders for nonprofits like Treehousewhere the work included ramping on trauma-informed practices to better serve organizational needs. With an emphasis on DEIB, inclusive hiring, and measurable business impact, Big Wave maintains long-term relationships with clients and candidates; 82% of clients are repeat customers and most searches close in an average of 30 days from launch to accepted offer. Beyond corporate mandates, Big Wave extends pro-bono support to nonprofits, reflecting a values-driven commitment to community impact. Whether the need is a VP of HR, an HR Director, or specialized TA, L&D, or Total Rewards leadership, Big Wave makes hiring faster, easier, and strategy-aligned.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentSOW/ProjectsSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData SciencePhilanthropyFashion & ApparelFood & Beverage

HQSeattle, United States

Patton Ridgeway Inc.

Patton Ridgeway Inc. is a privately held, Certified Small Woman Owned technology company headquartered in Carmel, California, delivering professional information technology services that blend turnkey project delivery with flexible technical staffing. Positioned as a turn-key software agency for smart businesses, the firms capabilities span managed IT services, strategy, and software consulting, underpinned by industryproven Software Development Lifecycle and program management methodologies to translate vision into execution and measurable outcomes. Its managed services and consulting portfolio covers enterprise and solution architecture, business analysis, custom software development and quality assurance, network and system administration, information security, data governance, and analytics, ensuring reliability, performance, and security across complex environments. Through its technical staffing practice, Patton Ridgeway equips clients with vetted IT consultants for fullstack application development, systems integration, cybersecurity, infrastructure management, networking, database development, project and program management, and help desk support, enabling organizations to scale capacity quickly via staff augmentation or projectbased SOW delivery. Credibility is reinforced by partnerships with leading technology vendors including Microsoft, VMware, HP, and Cisco, as well as a researchdriven approach that provides corporate clientele exclusive access to an extensive library of whitepapers and case studiessuch as Oracle 12c database consolidation and a comparative total cost of ownership analysis of WebLogic versus JBossdemonstrating depth in enterprise platforms and costoptimization. Whether modernizing legacy systems, advancing cloud adoption, strengthening security posture, or operationalizing data governance and analytics, Patton Ridgeway emphasizes clear communication, measurable value, and vendoragnostic recommendations aligned to each clients objectives and constraints. As an emerging and growing WomanOwned firm, it serves startups through established enterprises with a pragmatic mix of handson delivery and specialized talent, helping clients accelerate outcomes while maintaining governance, quality, and continuity across the IT lifecycle.

Contract StaffingTemporary StaffingSOW/ProjectsSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceCloud ComputingTelecomTechnology & Digital

HQCarmel-by-the-Sea, United States

Hudson Talent Solutions

Hudson Talent Solutions is a global talent partner that designs custom hiring strategies for organizations across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. Blending deep consulting expertise with modern recruitment technology, the firm delivers endtoend solutions that accelerate timetofill, improve quality of hire, reduce thirdparty spend, and elevate employer brands. Its core capabilities span Recruitment Process Outsourcing (full lifecycle management, from attraction and assessment through onboarding and compliance), contingent workforce programs delivered through mature MSP solutions, and executive search for leadership roles aligned to clients strategy and culture. These are complemented by total talent solutions that integrate permanent and contingent hiring, sourcing solutions that expand pipelines around the clock, talent advisory services covering employer branding, workforce strategy, and events, and a suite of recruitment technology offerings anchored by Hudson TalentFusion, the firms digital ecosystem that addresses slow implementations, fragmented experiences, and limited innovation. Hudson brings proven impact to complex hiring environments and workforce scaling initiatives, including a featured case where a global payment systems provider engaged a dedicated onsite team that filled 510 roles and saved more than $800,000 in agency fees. Recognized year after year for delivery excellence, Hudson has been named a Top RPO Provider on HRO Todays Global RPO Bakers Dozen List for 17 consecutive years and achieved an industryfirst threeyear streak as the #1 RPO provider in APAC. Sector expertise includes life sciences (pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotech), healthcare (hospitals, clinics, and care networks), financial services (banking, insurance, fintech), technology (software, data, cloud, infrastructure), manufacturing and industrial, energy and renewables, consumer goods (FMCG), and media and entertainment. With datadriven insights, global reach, and a commitment to measurable outcomes, Hudson partners with talent acquisition and business leaders to build agile, futureready teams that fuel growth.

RPOMSPExec Search & Interim MgmtHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticalsFinTechSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurity

HQTampa, United States

Hunter Recruiting

Hunter Recruiting is a Cleveland-based staffing and recruiting agency delivering nationwide workforce solutions rooted in authentic connections with employers and job seekers. The firm supports hiring needs across direct hire, temporary, and temp-to-hire engagements and complements these core solutions with specialized executive search, RPO, MSP, SOW/project services, and payrolling to give clients flexible options that scale with demand. Hunter Recruiting serves a broad set of industries with particular depth in science, technology, engineering, accounting and finance, manufacturing, healthcare, administrative and clerical, and general business, while also taking on tough-to-fill roles beyond STEM. Typical placements range from software developers, data scientists, cybersecurity engineers, and UX designers to mechanical, electrical, and process engineers; lab technicians, microbiologists, chemists, and EHS specialists; accounting and finance professionals; production supervisors, plant operators, and maintenance technicians; as well as healthcare roles such as occupational health nurses, travel nurses, sterile processing technicians, and allied health talent. Employers benefit from a responsive team, a deep candidate network, faster time-to-hire, and data-enabled governance through MSP programs, while job seekers gain access to a constantly updated job board, resume submission support, competitive pay and benefits, and personalized guidance from industry-savvy recruiters. As part of the Hunter Family, the company also operates STEMHUNTER to broaden reach and engagement with specialized talent. Recognized for its culture and community impact, Hunter Recruiting has been honored with Best Places to Work, Corporate Partner of the Year, and Glassdoor Top Employer accolades. Whether building a leadership team through executive search, standing up an RPO for high-volume hiring, or coordinating contingent workforce programs via MSP and SOW, Hunter Recruiting acts as a trusted partner focused on quality, speed, and fithelping organizations achieve more and professionals find roles where they can thrive.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceMental Health CareVeterinaryAutomotive

HQAvon, United States

Qwalifize

Qwalifize is a strategic partner for high-tech ecosystems, combining specialized technology staffing with RFID-driven asset tracking solutions that enhance workforce visibility and operational efficiency. With over 20 years of experience supporting Fortune 500 companies as well as federal, state, and local agencies, the firm sources and places engineering, IT, and technical operations talent for organizations advancing semiconductors, smart sensors, AI, photonics, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing. As a trusted government contractor and certified 8(a), HUBZone, and WOSB enterprise, Qwalifize augments teams with Acquisition and Procurement subject matter experts who streamline purchasing processes and compliance, while its radiofrequency identification solutions help track, manage, and report real-time data for high-value, mission-critical assets across both human and non-human resources. Beyond recruiting, Qwalifize delivers workforce solutions across the full employee lifecycle, including preliminary employment checks, onboarding, performance management, payroll, E-Verify, and compliance reporting, supported by custom Learning Management Systems for on-demand, certification-based training and API integrations that unify systems for real-time data flow and process automation. The recruiting team excels at hard-to-find profiles such as avionics and firmware engineers, software developers, machine learning and cybersecurity specialists, data scientists, DevOps, quality and process engineers, and also supports HR, payroll, compliance, and administrative leaders who keep operations running smoothly. Qwalifizes consultative approach helps emerging tech corridors scale faster by bridging talent gaps, strengthening data integrity and regulatory adherence, and distributing workload to prevent team burnout. Headquartered in Kissimmee, Florida, the company partners closely with both employers and job seekers to match capabilities to mission, accelerate time to hire, and deliver measurable value through better visibility of people, processes, and assetsenabling clients to build stronger teams, unlock greater efficiency, and move forward with agility.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingPayrolling/EORSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceIndustrial MachineryChemical ManufacturingElectrical Engineering

HQKissimmee, United States

Mako Professionals

Mako Professionals is a U.S.-based staffing and consulting firm that focuses exclusively on enterprise applications, providing expert SAP, Microsoft, and Oracle talent to organizations across the country. Headquartered in Jupiter, Florida, the company is known for rapidly deploying pre-vetted consultantsoften within 4872 hoursthrough a performance-driven delivery model that emphasizes quality, responsiveness, and ongoing support. Leveraging an unrivaled network built over two decades supporting global SAP clients and deep capability across Microsoft and Oracle ecosystems, Mako supplies specialized individuals and full project teams for short- or long-term engagements, as well as statement-of-work project solutions leveraging onshore resources and near/offshore options when required. Their expertise spans Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform, data and analytics, Oracle Cloud ERP and analytics, and the breadth of SAP modules and platforms, complemented by adjacent capabilities in cybersecurity, AI/ML, and data engineering. Beyond staffing, Mako augments enterprise programs with services that help organizations reach the next level, including IT strategy consulting, project management, change management, migration services, centers of excellence, workforce management, solution architecture, functional and technical consultancy, and training. Clients range from mid-market leaders to Fortune 500 enterprises across diverse sectors such as manufacturing, consumer goods, life sciences, logistics, and financial services, who consistently highlight Makos ability to understand cultural fit, communicate transparently, and deliver the right talent quickly. With a proprietary qualification approach that prioritizes technical depth, relevant platform experience, and soft skills, Mako ensures consultants integrate seamlessly into client teams, accelerate delivery, and protect business outcomes. Independently owned and operated, the firm invests in a people-first culture that attracts dependable and conscientious professionals, enabling Mako to act as a trusted partner for critical initiativeswhether augmenting a single specialist or orchestrating full-scale implementations.

Contract StaffingTemporary StaffingSOW/ProjectsSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceCloud ComputingTelecomTechnology & Digital

HQJupiter, United States

The GMW Group

Founded in 1984, The GMW Group, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based recruitment firm with national reach, operating from its headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA with an additional office in Charlotte, NC and associates across the United States. The firm delivers professional and executive hiring solutions for clients spanning diversified manufacturing, industrial products and distribution, diversified engineering, oil and energy, and B2B technology-driven businesses. Recognized by the Pittsburgh Business Times as the top firm for Sales and Marketing recruitment and among the top five recruiting firms overall in the region, GMW combines retained, contingency, and delimited (container) search models to match the right approach to each engagement. Its consultants average more than two decades of experience across recruiting, interview and selection, human resources, sales, and sales and marketing management, enabling precise role scoping, rigorous assessment, and credible candidate engagement from mid-level management to the Csuite, along with critical departmental support. Practice strengths include mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil, structural and metallurgical engineering, field services, engineering sales, technical and business-to-business sales, marketing communications, product marketing and management, ecommerce/SEO, human resources, sourcing and supply chain. GMW blends deep relationship networks with contemporary sourcing to surface both active and passive talent, then screens on domain relevance, depth of experience, achievement, professional deportment and geographic fit to produce accurate shortlists with time-frame sensitivity and budget discipline. Recent projects span manufacturing engineers in metals, national sales teams for electronics contract manufacturing, field service technicians, electrical and structural/mechanical engineers, regional sales leaders and accounting roles, demonstrating breadth across technical, commercial and corporate functions. Through recruitment process management support, GMW helps clients improve hiring efficiency, visibility and decision quality while guiding candidates through compelling opportunities, offers and onboarding. Led by President Shelley Millen, the firm emphasizes ethics, a client-first commitment, diversity and inclusion, and collaborative partnership that makes vital candidates visible, accessible and acquirable nationwide.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtRPOAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseWater ManagementUtilitiesSoftware Development

HQPittsburgh, United States

The Good Search, LLC

The Good Search, LLC is a retained executive search firm that intentionally departs from traditional models to search differently. Founded by Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist Krista Bradford and headquartered in Westport, Connecticut, the firm applies an investigative methodology powered by proprietary technology and generative AI to uncover transformative leaders others miss. Known for transparent flat fees and delivering all the research with each engagement, The Good Search consistently accelerates outcomes; on average, the candidate ultimately hired is presented within 10 business days. The boutique specializes in senior technology leadership across the United States, serving venture capital-backed startups, private equity portfolio companies, Fortune 100 technology enterprises, and mission-driven nonprofits focused on #TechForGood. Core mandates include CTOs, Chief AI Officers, Chief Data Officers (Data and Digital), CIOs, CISOs, Heads of Engineering, Heads of Data Science, and leaders in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, as well as SVP, VP, and Head-level roles reporting into the C-suite. Beyond retained executive search, the firm runs diversity recruiting initiatives and builds succession benches that expand long lists and strengthen equitable access to opportunity at the senior executive level. While anchored in technology, The Good Search recruits executives who drive digital transformation across adjacent sectors, notably financial services, travel and hospitality, and healthcare and life sciencesincluding biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, therapeutics, vaccines, and medical devices. National in scope, it recruits in major hubs such as Greater New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Chicago, Denver, Austin, Raleigh-Durham, San Diego, Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area/Silicon Valley, Portland, and Seattle. Clients choose The Good Search for its investigative rigor, market mapping depth, principled transparency, and collaborative approach that prioritizes resultsdelivering game-changing leaders who create durable competitive advantage.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentSOW/ProjectsSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticals

HQWestport, United States

Francis & Associates

Francis & Associates is an executive search firm headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, recognized for a personal, relationship-driven approach to hiring senior leaders who make a measurable impact. Founded in 1983 by Managing Partner Dwaine Francis and led by President Karen Novak Swalwell, the firm is intentionally small and selective, limiting concurrent assignments to deliver meticulous attention, tailored service, and lasting client partnerships. With more than 650 completed senior-level searches and over 75% of work coming from repeat clients, Francis & Associates has a track record built on trust, rigor, and results. The practice focuses exclusively on executive and upper-management roles across a wide range of industries and functions, including CEOs, COOs, Presidents, Vice Presidents, and General Managers; finance and information systems leadership such as CFO, CTO, and CIO; human resources leaders covering compensation and benefits; legal executives including General Counsel and patent specialists; and science and technology leadership such as R&D heads, senior formulation scientists, and development directors. The team is well known for expertly guiding corporate and non-profit boards through CEO and critical leadership selections, reducing hiring risk and ensuring cultural alignment through disciplined research, targeted outreach, thorough assessment, and transparent counsel. Their experience spans manufacturing and engineering, technology, and life sciences, including long-standing partnerships with chemical and industrial organizations, which gives them nuanced market insight and the ability to attract proven, high-caliber talent. Grounded in the belief that hiring is human, Francis & Associates invests deeply in understanding each clients strategy, culture, and context while honoring candidate motivations and career trajectories to achieve durable, mutual fits. Whether executing a full executive search mandate or delivering targeted, project-based talent initiatives, the firm blends seasoned judgment with Midwestern integrity to help organizations secure leaders who elevate performance and stand the test of time.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentSOW/ProjectsAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseIT InfrastructureTelecommunicationsCloud Computing

HQWest Des Moines, United States

Southern Talent Specialists, Inc.

Southern Talent Specialists, Inc. is a technology-focused recruiting and staffing partner based in Chelsea, Alabama, serving clients across Birmingham and the broader Southeast with more than 40 years of combined experience. The firm positions itself as your recruiter and staffing agency, investing time to understand each clients environment, team dynamics, and priorities before launching tailored searches. STS combines a relationship-first approach with a streamlined recruiting model that leverages cutting-edge tools and efficient processes to reduce delays and operational costs, enabling faster turnarounds and strong value for clients. The company delivers senior and mid-level consultants, contractors, and full-time hires across critical technology domains, including software engineering and web development with skills spanning Java, .NET, REST, Angular, Spring Boot, APIs, JavaScript, HTML, PowerShell, SQL, PL/SQL, COBOL, and DB2. STS also supports application development, support, and implementation initiatives with experienced Salesforce developers, administrators, and architects (cloud and onprem) and resources skilled in Workday configuration and maintenance. Complementing its build and run capabilities, the firm provides IT risk management and compliance talent to perform risk assessments, control design analysis, remediation planning, and executive reporting; maintain and mature risk programs by quantifying inherent and residual risk and managing key risk indicators; and support technology implementations with risk and control methodology, cross-functional collaboration, and disciplined execution. Whether delivering consultants for project needs or recruiting full-time employees to strengthen in-house teams, STS aims to operate as a true partner rather than a transactional vendor, priding itself on responsiveness, transparent communication, and the extra effort that strengthens long-term relationships. The company also underscores a commitment to employment best practices, reflected by its use of modern recruiting technologies and participation in programs that promote compliant hiring. Above all, STS focuses on matching the right technologists to the right roles so clients can move faster and build with confidence.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingTemporary StaffingSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceTelecommunicationsCloud ComputingTelecom

HQChelsea, United States

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