>Our Firm

The Onstott Group has a respected practice with clients in software, semiconductor, telecommunications, manufacturing, financial services, consumer products and service businesses. In most cases, recruitment and selection is conducted nationally to ensure that the most highly skilled candidates are identified. To extend its global search capabilities, the firm is a member of the World Search Group, an international network of independent search professionals with offices in Europe, the Americas and the Asia-Pacific region. 

The Onstott Group is committed to our profession's highest ethical standards, and is one of a select number of firms admitted to the Association of Executive Search Consultants. 

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>Our Philosophy

In today's global marketplace, leadership sets world class organizations apart from the rest. Such companies recognize the competitive advantages gained from attracting the brightest and most committed individuals possible. 

To find the best individuals to fill senior management positions for our clients, The Onstott Group maintains a recruitment and selection philosophy based on: 

• A belief that candidates must meet not only the technical qualifications of the position but also must be able to function successfully within the client's corporate culture, management style and philosophy.
• A view that we are an extension of our clients' management teams and must serve as a credible ambassador of their organizations.
• A commitment to open and frequent communication with clients throughout the course of the search to arrive at the optimum solution.

A dedication to working diligently to achieve our clients' staffing goals and to building long-term relationships.

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>Our Approach

Every assignment receives responsive, direct personal involvement from one of the firm's principals. Our reputation for integrity and superior service stems from clients' knowing that their search is being expertly handled by a principal of The Onstott Group who is fully committed to their project. 

Through years of successful retained search experience, we have developed a structured process which enables our clients to successfully attract and retain highly qualified individuals who can make a positive impact on their organizations. 

Our approach demands:  

• Clear definition of the position
• Customized research
• Proactive telephone recruitment
• In-depth face-to-face interviews
• Insightful candidate profiles
• Assistance in candidate evaluation
• Extensive reference checking
• Involvement in negotiations

Should a position require an international search, we draw upon our affiliation with the World Search Group and the expertise of its member recruitment professionals located in major foreign countries.

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>Our Promise

Each and every client receives our utmost attention and consideration. In conducting an executive search, we promise to:  

• Work diligently on each assignment until the client is completely satisfied.
• Obtain the approval of a company that has been a client within the past year before contacting any executive within that company.
• Guarantee that if a replacement need arises within the first year, a new search will be conducted without an additional fee for services, assuming there has been no material change in the position or reporting structure.
• Keep information and research completely confidential for the protection of clients as well as prospective candidates.

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