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December 19, 2024
Direct Recruiters is thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our team as we close out another successful year! This year’s end-of-year awards highlight the dedication, excellence, and teamwork that drive our success. Join us in congratulating the exceptional individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond, exemplifying the values and commitment that make Direct Recruiters, Inc. a leader in executive search and recruitment.
Team Awards
Top 5 Producing Teams
- Healthcare IT Team
- Digital Health Team
- Government, Energy and Security Team
- Material Handling, Packaging & Processing Team
- Plastics, Flexible Packaging, Labels & Specialty Chemicals Team
Individual Awards
Rookie of the Year
Danny Myeroff
Corporate Mystic
Jaimie Bailey
Producer of the Year
- Tess Lepore
- Danny Myeroff
- Jess Marino
Partner Producer of the Year
- Mike Silverstein
- Norm Volsky
- Mitch Herman
December 17, 2024
Solon, Ohio – Direct Recruiters, Inc. (DRI), a Starfish Partners Company, is proud to announce the promotion of Jess Marino, Stephen Benson, and Bradley Morrison to Partners. This recognition reflects their outstanding contributions to the firm and their dedication to delivering exceptional results for clients and candidates.
Since joining DRI in 2022, Jess has made an extraordinary impact within the Material Handling, Packaging, and Food Processing practice areas. With a strong foundation in recruiting and consulting, Jess has successfully leveraged her expertise and emotional intelligence to build meaningful relationships with clients and candidates, resulting in outstanding career matches. Her dedication, grit, and results-driven approach have been instrumental in delivering success for both her clients and our organization. Jess's ability to understand industry needs and connect top-tier talent has set her apart as a trusted partner in executive search.
"It is with immense pride and pleasure that I now call Jess Marino my Partner within the Starfish Family. Jess’s accomplishments never come as a surprise, as her exceptional work ethic and meticulous attention to detail make her success appear effortless," said Cherie Shepard, Managing Partner, Material Handling, Packaging & Processing. "As a key team player, Jess is often called upon to mentor our newest colleagues, a role she embraces with grace and expertise. Her natural ability to build meaningful relationships with clients, candidates, and team members consistently goes above and beyond, ensuring that everyone feels valued and important. I am thrilled for her and her growing family and look forward to witnessing her continued, exponential success in the years ahead."
Stephen Benson has been with Direct Recruiters since 2017, starting as a Project Manager, being promoted to Principal Recruiter, then as Recruiting Director - HIT. Over the years, Stephen has been instrumental in identifying and placing top talent across sales, product management, customer success, engineering, and operations for healthcare IT companies. With a strong background in executive recruitment and a proven ability to work with high-growth, PE- and VC-backed healthcare software companies nationwide, Stephen has become a trusted leader within the HIT team.
Bradley Morrison joined Direct Recruiters in 2019 as a Project Manager on the Healthcare IT team, being promoted in 2023 to Principal Recruiter. Bradley has demonstrated a unique ability to understand both client and candidate needs, enabling him to build strong, lasting relationships across the healthcare IT sector. Bradley’s ability to match high-performing candidates with key opportunities has made him an integral part of DRI’s success in delivering exceptional executive search and recruitment services. Throughout his tenure, Bradley has consistently upheld DRI's core values, ensuring a seamless experience for clients and candidates alike.
Mike Silverstein, Managing Partner of Healthcare IT and Life Sciences said, “I am so proud to be able to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of my new Partners, Bradley Morrison and Stephen Benson. Both of these gentlemen exemplify our core values and are the consummate teammates both within our group and across all of Starfish Partners. They are both extremely skilled at their crafts, but they are even better people. I am thrilled for each of them and their families and can’t wait to see what the future holds”
December 3, 2024
David Peterson, Managing Partner of Packaging, Plastics, and Specialty Chemicals was recently featured in a Plastics News article titled "Significant hiring challenges' remain in a tight labor market."
David discusses the challenges to hiring for plastics and manufacturing companies, the work-from-home trend, what employers are looking for in candidates, and the current economic situation.
Read the full article here.
November 15, 2024
Solon, Ohio – Direct Recruiters, Inc. (DRI), a Starfish Partners Company, and leading executive search firm is honored to announce its inclusion in Hunt Scanlon Media’s prestigious HR/Diversity Recruiting Power 70 list. This recognition highlights DRI’s ongoing commitment to fostering workplace diversity and delivering impactful talent solutions that support organizations' strategic goals.
DRI has built a reputation for excellence by prioritizing meaningful client relationships and delivering tailored talent acquisition strategies. Being named to this exclusive list underscores the firm’s significant contributions to advancing diversity and equity in recruitment practices.
Hunt Scanlon’s HR/Diversity Power 70 celebrates firms that exemplify leadership and innovation in fostering workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion. The selection includes firms known for their dedication to supporting clients in achieving robust and inclusive work environments.
For more information about Direct Recruiters and its services, please visit Hunt Scanlon’s HR/Diversity Recruiting Power 70.
October 28, 2024
Solon, Ohio- Direct Recruiters, Inc. (DRI), Executive Search, is proud to announce the expansion into post-acute executive search services through the strategic integration of Full Spectrum Search Group. Based in California, Full Spectrum Search Group has been a leading executive search firm in Skilled Nursing, Home Health & Hospice and Senior Living since 2016.
Acquired by Starfish Partners in 2022, Full Spectrum Search Group will now operate under the Direct Recruiters, Inc. umbrella, enhancing our comprehensive range of recruitment and executive search solutions within the broad healthcare market. This strategic alignment allows us to leverage our combined industry knowledge and expertise, ensuring that we can better assist our clients in building high-performing teams from the C-suite to the individual contributor level.
With this integration, DRI and Full Spectrum Search Group will unite their strengths to deliver even more specialized and tailored recruitment services. By combining our resources, we are well-positioned to meet the growing demands of the healthcare industry and to provide our clients with top talent across a wider range of specialties.
Maxwell McNamara, CEO of Full Spectrum Search Group said, “Joining forces with Direct Recruiters, Inc. marks an exciting chapter for Full Spectrum Search Group. This integration not only amplifies our ability to connect top-tier talent with leading organizations but also aligns us with a partner who shares our commitment to excellence. Together, we are poised to deliver even greater value to our clients and candidates across the nation.”
“We are thrilled to welcome Full Spectrum Search Group under the Direct Recruiters umbrella,” said Dan Charney, President & CEO of Direct Recruiters, Inc. “Their expertise and dedication to skilled nursing, senior living, and home health & hospice recruitment perfectly complement our mission of providing unparalleled talent solutions. Together, we are expanding our reach and enhancing our ability to deliver exceptional results for our clients and candidates across the healthcare industry.”
October 25, 2024
Solon, OH — Direct Recruiters, Inc. is proud to announce that Michael Silverstein’s insightful recap of the HLTH 2024 tradeshow has been featured by HIStalk, a prominent publication covering health IT and industry developments. In his article, titled “HLTH 2024 Did It Again,” Michael provides an in-depth perspective on the trends, innovations, and conversations shaping the future of healthcare, reflecting his expertise in the industry and his passion for advancing healthcare solutions.
The HLTH tradeshow has become a leading event for healthcare professionals, showcasing groundbreaking technologies and facilitating pivotal discussions. In his recap, Michael highlights the event’s most impactful sessions, the role of technology in shaping patient-centered care, and the future trajectory of the healthcare industry. This comprehensive overview not only resonates with industry professionals but also provides actionable insights for companies navigating the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
"We’re thrilled to see Michael’s recap reach such a wide audience through HIStalk," said Dan Charney, President and CEO of Direct Recruiters. "His analysis and keen observations embody the level of expertise and thought leadership that we strive to bring to our clients and partners in the healthcare and technology sectors."
HIStalk’s publication of Michael’s recap underscores his role as a thought leader in healthcare, and Direct Recruiters is honored to support his contributions to fostering understanding and growth within the industry.
For more information or to read the article, visit HIStalk.