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Feel free to fill out the form below to contact us. Thank you!
Collin LaLonde
888 Humphrey
Birmingham, Michigan 48009
Phone: 248.496.9600

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Define Your Need

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For Client

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When a client seeks a candidate through Talent Driven, we take careful measures to adequately understand their needs. This involves using a professional, yet intimate approach. Beyond determining desired skill set, we like to get to know the company inside and out. Talent Driven studies everything from corporate culture to long-range organizational goals; only then can we fully visualize the type of talent a client seeks. Companies are only as good as the talent they have! We are always searching for top talent and find it is always in demand, whether we are in a good or bad economy.

Once we thoroughly identify a client’s needs, we search our talent pool and find qualified candidates who can fulfill those needs. Our experience and understanding dictate the search, and ultimately lead to connections. Talent Driven goes above and beyond what the client expects! This value has been a part of our company since we opened our doors.

Talent Driven’s typical searches include:

    * CEO
    * Director of Account Services
    * Director of Consumer Insights
    * Director/VP of Interactive Strategy
    * Director/VP of Digital Marketing
    * Director/VP of Analytics
    * Director of Project Management
    * Director of Search Engine Optimization
    * Social Media Strategist
    * Mobile Media Strategist
    * VP of User Experience
    * Executive Digital Creative Director
    * Associate Creative Director
    * Online Marketing Manager
    * Search Engine Optimization Specialist
    * Senior Art Director
    * Senior Digital Writer
    * Senior Flash Developer
    * Senior Programmer

As you know, we are creating new titles every day!

Job Openings

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Available Positions:

Executive Director of Account Services

Director of Strategy

Senior Creative Director

Senior User Experience Designer

Senior Flash Developer

Senior Interactive Art Director

Senior Interactive Writer

Head of Interactive Analytics

Senior Project Manager

Note: We always welcome great talent to contact us!

Executive Director of Account Services

Responsible for the creation and maintenance of a dynamic and healthy client relationship. As the "face" demands not only that you service the client, but that you partner with them to develop a unique vision for their brand. To be considered superb intra-personal skills, as well as an innate ability to recognize opportunities for growth. Successful delivery of large-scale client engagements with exceptional results will be price of entry.
Experience in a Web development firm, IT consulting firm, strategy consulting firm, or agency environment.
effectively leading and motivating large multi-disciplinary project teams.
managing client P&L (which requires a comprehensive understanding of financial and operational metrics and levers.
experience in building strong relationships within client organizations through quality work and thought leadership.
experience managing people, tasks, and clients in a matrix environment.
experience with process definition and the ability to define solutions that will generate measurable results for the client.
Excellent negotiation experience (especially contract negotiations) with both clients and partners.
Location: NY-San Francisco

Director of strategy

Social media ,Digital marketing ,Word of mouth ,Driving conversations online, engaging influencers ,building community.
creating and executing strategy, understanding research, managing complex interactive programs
worked at a brand, agency or pure digital shop - preferably a brand name one.
online marketing, visibility and outreach. . You believe in our ability to make things better: better strategy, more client value, and even our ability to create a great workplace experience. You know social media inside and out and have made it a part of your life. You have a record of creating innovative strategies.
You have a passion for the changes in digital and communications - standards for the delivery of the company’s strategic point of view in the areas of ideation processes, account planning, brand management and consumer motivation in the digital environment.
develop methodologies
creating client value throughout your career
minimal 5 years experience developing digital solutions for clients.
Location: NY - San Francisco -Los Angeles

Senior Creative Director

You will be responsible for the management and direction of the Creative Team which includes Designers, Developers in conjunction with the Senior Management team to develop and grow the business within the Digital space.
Responsible for working closely with the company’s key clients and the team providing Creative input from the ideation, conception.
A background in traditional and strong understanding of Web design and development.
You must be able to demonstrate ability of using traditional marketing concepts in an online environment along with excellent communication skills and expert knowledge of all parts of the creative process.
Location: Chicago-Minn-San Francisco

Senior User Experience Designer

As the Experience Design Lead, you will establish, plan, implement and manage the user interface design for projects, GUI prototypes, and HTML page design.
You will work with the creative team to design online user experiences for the client.
The Design Lead will assess customer impacts, create solutions, and ensure coordination and communication of impacts to key stakeholders.
You will interface with internal and external vendors
will be responsible for detailed documentation and regular status reporting.
Location: Los Angeles-NY

Senior Flash Developer

Advanced knowledge of ActionScript 3, FLASH/FLEX API, and third party API’s in FLEX and FLASH (including 3D)
Advanced use of FLASH and streaming video/audio for web use, including compression, video edition, and production techniques.
Experience with dynamic animation and drag-and-drop behaviors.
Experience developing dynamic websites utilizing databases, server-side scripting, and client-side UI design.
Experience with HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and other client side applications.
Experience with server-side platforms tools such as JAVA, .NET, and various dB platforms.
Experience in the professional services industry working directly with clients and design peers in a creative environment.
Experience with Photoshop.
Familiarity with Subversion or other code repository systems
Game Development experience a plus
Experience with Gaia Flash Framework a plus
Location: Detroit-Chicago

Senior Interactive Art Director

Develop and frame creative concepts according to creative brief requirements
Apply brand identity systems, typography, photography, color and other ingredients appropriately to create innovative visual solutions that meet business and user needs
Visualize, design and conceptualize a user experience
Create visual prototypes or screens
Extend existing visual systems/brand guidelines across all mediums with moderate design changes or interpretation
Develop and communicate industry-leading creative concepts
Provide quality assurance of all creative deliverables
Contribute to the development of the Studio’s culture and quality standards
Directly contribute to project design and development
Delegate day-to-day responsibility to other designers, writers and interactive developers
Elevate the creative level of the work coming out of the Studio
Educate other team members, not exclusive to the Creative Studio, through project development and performance management
Location: NY-Los Angeles

Senior Interactive Writer

Self starter who can generate the seed of a bright idea then bring the idea to life
A creative thinker who is always on the lookout for new ways to cut through the internet clutter and an innovator who can develop content that leverages the strength of branded environments
Writing for the digital content group internet based content and the proven ability to take concepts into production and see them through to completion.
responsible for ideating, writing and producing digital content for well known brand
Location: Detroit-NY

Head of interactive Analytics

Drives growth with the existing clients by collaborating with Client Engagement and presenting new ideas to clients on an ongoing basis Contributes to new business efforts as the Analytics expert, and develops or approves cost and timing estimates for new business opportunities Engages client and client teams to evaluate the success or failure of marketing activities and plans for course correction.

Lead for Analytics. Participates in the development of strategic business goals and leads the successful delivery of results against those goals.

Developing innovative custom analytic to audience measurement, user engagement, digital marketing effectiveness, customer segmentation, primary research, site-side analytics, CRM/eCRM, and cross-channel campaign measurement.
Monitors trends in digital marketing and advertising and prepared for potential changes within the sector.
Location: San Francisco-NY

Senior Project Manager

Deliver on time and on budget, while maintaining a positive environment that promotes individual development.
He/she must have solid problem solving skills, business skills, and verbal and written communication skills. Must have excellent relationship building skills, strong leadership and team management skills. He/she must have a deep understanding of project management tools and approaches to manage complex, creative focused projects and the flexibility to lead diverse and dynamic project needs.
.Complete RFP’s project scoping, sizings and pricing estimates
Contributes to establishing project vision
Responsible for ensuring that all needed assets and resources are identified to successfully meet client Develop and maintain all project deliverables including project Charters, budgets, project plans, issues logs and change orders etc. .
Drive project delivery through effective use of internal and client status meetings
.Manage and control project scope and the change control process
.Assure that projects complete according to schedule and within budget.
.Manages the project financials including weekly resource hours and overall project budget
Ensures that all project documentation is produced in the standard format, follows internal documentation processes and is reviewed and approved prior delivery to the client
Acts as the client point-of-contact for all project related issues
Experience Guidelines:
Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem solving, negotiating, influencing, facilitation, organizational, prioritization, decision making, and conflict resolution skills.
Successful history of client contact including experience in setting and managing client expectations
Solid understanding of project management methodology including the ability to identify and resolve issues, manage risk, develop detailed work plans and specifications, perform resource allocations and run team meetings.
Strong knowledge of software development life cycles, web technologies, web development processes and the delivery of solutions with creative and engineering components
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience in strategic planning and execution
At least 5-7 years of project management experience, from an interactive agency
Location: Detroit-Chicago

For Candidates

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Getting out of the box is key to having a successful career, and this is where Talent Driven comes in. In order to compete, a successful candidate will arm themselves with relevant work experience that is quantitative and qualitative, a killer portfolio (all talent not just creative), and the unrelenting desire to succeed. But even that may not be enough. Aside from sheer talent, knowing who to contact, and when, may prove to be invaluable. With our help opportunities don’t knock, they bust down doors.

We constantly have our finger on the pulse of the advertising communication industry; as you know it is reinventing itself! It is critical to know all the ways we distribute information on content (360). Because of the many contacts we have acquired over the years, Talent Driven knows who’s hiring and when. In fact, most of our job orders come from clients who contact us! All we need to do is find qualified candidates who match the job descriptions, culture, and personality of the company, but in order to do that we need to know about you, the candidate. Below is a link to upload your resume.

About Us

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History

Jola Recruitment, now renamed Talent Driven, began connecting candidate with client in 1991. Initially, we focused our efforts on helping traditional advertising agencies find creative talent, but the industry soon evolved. The emergence of the Internet and other technologies led to a critical juncture for our firm. We either had to adapt or remain singularly focused in our searches. Ultimately, we wanted to provide the deepest talent pool for our clients and so in 1994, Talent Driven expanded to include interactive/digital placement; a decision we have never regretted.

The individual responsible for starting Talent Driven is Jo La Londe. Jola, as she came to be known, has over 30 years of experience in advertising. As creative recruiter for Campbell-Ewald Advertising, Jola poured over countless portfolios and interviewed thousands of candidates. She has the eyes and ears of a creative director, as well as an established reputation for recognizing creativity.

Beyond her aptitude for sensing talent, Jola possesses the valued gift of a career coach. She is a great judge of character and uses that ability to help match candidate disposition with agency culture. Her successes include partnering with such high-profile clients as Bozell, Campbell-Ewald, DMB&B, J. Walter Thompson, McCann Erickson, BBDO, and Young & Rubicam.

Jola’s son, Collin LaLonde, has now taken the reins to head up the company. He is a recruiter, consultant, speaker, career coach, and subject matter expert in the advertising and marketing space. Collin joined the firm in 1994, just as the Internet exploded into the realm of mass communications. Since then he has screened and placed talent in positions ranging from Director of Interactive Strategy, to Executive Creative Director over digital, to CEO of the company.

Collin’s extensive knowledge of emerging technology keeps him ahead of where things are going. Collin also counsels clients on how to compete in the interactive age by helping them make the most efficient and cost-effective organizational adjustments. He has a long list of clients that range from top ad agencies to cutting-edge digital boutiques located across the country and in Europe.

Philosophy

The process of establishing the ideal level for a company’s work is known as, "raising the bar." Talent Driven studies the bar levels used in the top 360 agencies and applies those levels to every candidate we screen. But our focus goes way beyond the bar.

Talent Driven believes a successful recruitment firm should do more than just recognize a candidate’s ability to do amazing work. We spend time getting to know the candidate, their dreams, goals, and ambitions. The more insight we have, the easier it is finding connections between a candidate’s career goals and available job opportunities.

The same can be said for our firm’s approach to clients. A successful recruitment firm studies the intangibles, such as company culture, work environment, and business ethics. Every detail important to the structure of a company, as well as the foundation upon which it was built, is taken into consideration. This added awareness helps us create a sharper image of the talent a client seeks.

Our business relies on building a relationship with both client and talent, with trust as a guiding principle. Clients trust that when they seek talent through Talent Driven, they will find candidates who do more than just reach the company bar. They will find candidates who also fit their culture and support their corporate vision. This process ensures maximum efficiency and a greater likelihood that a successful connection will be made.

Process

Talent Driven actively seeks the hottest talent to fill a variety of positions. We consider individuals from every discipline and experience level. Typically, Talent Driven finds positions for a 360 talent across the board - Executive Director level management, account executives, art directors, copywriters, creative directors, information architects, strategists, flash developers, human resources, programmers, and project managers - talent across the board. As you know, we are still making it up as we go along! The deeper our talent pool, the more likely a client will contact us when they need to conduct a search.

From the moment a potential candidate presents his/her credentials, we take great care to ensure they are fully capable of excelling in their desired position. Every detail is considered, especially relevant work experience and the quality of their portfolio. Beyond skill set, Talent Driven also spends adequate time understanding the personality and career goals of a candidate. Such character traits give us a sharper vision of the position a candidate seeks.

Once a candidate has been screened, we begin finding available job opportunities that match their skills and career goals. The process begins by fully evaluating every client who seeks talent through Talent Driven. Aside from job descriptions, we also take great care to understand the intangibles of an agency, such as company culture and organizational structure. The added insight allows us to make connections with candidates in our talent pool.

When Talent Driven connects a candidate with a client, it is only because they are tightly matched according to the client’s needs. From there it is up to the candidate to prove their value.

Testimonials

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What my clients say

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“Collin gives expert consultation and recommendations in staffing the interactive and new media industry.” October 5, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Ann M. Phipps
hired Collin as a Graphic/Web Designer in 2007

“Collin is a get it done type of guy, and one of the best guys in his field. He pushes the envelope for his Clients!” October 3, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Jeff Stanislow
hired Collin as a IT Consultant in 2000, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin provided to me an invaluable service, giving me extremely powerful advice and direction for my career” July 22, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Richard Perry
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2006

“Collin is a forward thinking, expert with smart, level-headed goals and a supportive approach. I trust and enjoy working with him.” April 14, 2008

Donna McGuire, senior creative, campbell-ewald.com
worked directly with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin’s enthusiasm, insight, knowledge, hustle, and results are what keeps him at the top of the field. He is THE recruiter to use for any interactive positions in the Detroit Metro area.” March 26, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Tracie Diamond
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2005, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin has years of experience & a passsion for getting the job done” September 11, 2007

Dave Tear, VP Sales, Imperial Marketing
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin was pinnacle to my career as a recruiter, placing me at the perfect organization.” September 20, 2008

Mark Noble, Student, Lawrence Technological University
worked with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is the consummate professional and has connections everywhere; the man literally knows everyone. He’s a straight shooter and provides excellent advice; the man knows his business and can help you land a great job.” August 2, 2008

Top qualities: Expert, On Time, High Integrity

David Binkowski
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2006

“Collin was an invaluable resource I leveraged multiple times in building an outstanding interactive marketing shop for i33’s Detroit Office. Collin went beyond just helping me with my recruiting needs. I appreciated the passion, flexibility and responsiveness he brought to helping me with general HR issues along while connecting me with quality resources.” July 28, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Good Value, Creative

Bob Seltzer
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2002, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin was a great help to me when I was searching for an advertising job in 2004. Highly recommend Collin for any recruitment needs. Great to work with.” July 16, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity

Joe vier
hired Collin as a Graphic/Web Designer in 2004

“Collin is a highly effective and motivated individual, having great skill in identifing and placing unique individuals into the right role. Collin is very friendly, interesting and creative in his approach. The years of experience shows with the way he presents himself and others. Overall I would recommend Collin to those looking for a great coach and recruiter.” June 4, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative

Bela Korcsog
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2006

“Collin’s a highly efficient, knowledgeable, and strategically minded individual who takes great interest in staying on top of an ever-changing media industry… Make it a point to get on his reading list as well…” May 30, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative

Mark Bryant
hired Collin as a Inspirational Career Guru in 2006, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin has a tremendous understanding of his business. The advice he provides is priceless and over a cup of coffee, you’ll learn more than if you read a book or sat in a seminar. His energy is contagious and he is an exceptionally nice person.” May 14, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Good Value

Vito Curcuru
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2005

“It was fun pioneering in the internet industry, particularly in SEARCH. When one has opportunity, one must respond quickly and effectively if they desire to succeed. Managing a start-up was made easier with Collin as a resource on the team. His ability to pinpoint candidates quickly and get them in place effectively certainly was a serious asset in my endeavors. Collin also kept his eye on me during the trials and the growth and provided me with mentorship that proved extremely valuable” May 9, 2008

Top qualities: Expert, Good Value, Creative

Chuck Fearer
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1994, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin is a very talented professional with incredible passion and dedication towards helping his clients optimize their businesses, career success and personal lives. He has the unique ability and insight to think out of the box while using his wealth of knowledge, common sense and high energy to make you realize your full potential. His guidance has been extremely valuable to me. I highly recommend him!” April 29, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, High Integrity, Creative

Fred Wolak
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2007, and hired Collin more than once

“Very Well connected. :)” April 21, 2008

Anthony Di Sano, Network Engineer, MotorCity Casino
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is a forward thinking, expert with smart, level-headed goals and a supportive approach. I trust and enjoy working with him.” April 14, 2008

Donna McGuire, Sr. Art Director, Campbell-Ewald
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is an incredible networker and has an eye for exceptional talent. He’s a who’s who of professionals in his market.” April 8, 2008

Gregg Corella, Computer and Internet Consulting, Computer and Internet Consulting
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is always at the top of his game! His vivacious personality and straight forward attitude always let you know where you stand. He not only plays the role of recruiter, but can also be a mentor. He is good at his job and is very well connected. Collin works hard for his clients.” April 2, 2008

Charlie Chevoor, Internet Program Manager, Entertainment Publications
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is one of the most driven and insightful people I have ever met, and I am proud to have him on my side. He’s given me the best advice, supported my vision for my career, and he is honest without being brutal. I respect his opinion and value his counsel as both a recruiter and a human being.” April 2, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity

Bonnie Russell
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2007

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity April 1, 2008

Kenneth Hardin
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2008

“Outstanding work, fast great communication. Made me feel as if I was his only client. He guided me skillfully towards my career goals. He gave me the tools, knowledge and direction to succeed. James King” March 31, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Good Value, Creative

James, King
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2007

“Collin’s work ethic and industry knowledge are remarkable and insightful. His grasp on his craft elevate the status quo above and beyond. It is always a pleasure and joy to work together with him.” March 31, 2008

Cosmin Ghiurau, President/Founder, Jumpeye Creative Media, Inc
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin’s connection to the interactive community in the Detroit Metro area is second to none. I was not happy in a position at a company that had been bought in early 1999 and Collin not only consulted me on what I really wanted to do but also gave me some great leads on where I would fit in best both with work ethic as well as atmosphere. If you need a job in interactive in the Detroit area, Collin is the man to contact about how to get the ball rolling!” March 27, 2008

Dan Stahl, Sr. Interactive Production Artist, Organic
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“While I moved out-of-state before Collin could find me a position, he did put forth a sincere effort, and also aided me in identifying my strengths and preparing my resume.” March 25, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Good Value

Jason Hatt
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1999

“Collin is a bona fide 21-century thinker. When approaching a new placement, Colin sees more than a set of requirements, he sees the entire corporate and location landscape. He looks beyond any requested set of job requirements to deliver well-rounded and honed candidate(s) that fits your needs.” March 25, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative

Christine Wilson
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2007

“Collin provides deep insight and knowledge in his field. He truly is an expert in digital and new media. His approach to understanding the business and the objectives you need to accomplish drives his selection and presentation of candidates so you don’t waste time. He is one partner that I turn to over and over again. Don’t hesitate-hire him now!” March 22, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

Cindy (CJ) Ballard
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1996, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin is a very smart and well-connected guy. He seems to have this professional placement thing down. If I were looking for a job, I’d look for Collin first.” March 21, 2008

Oliver Hoffmann, Creative Director, 360 Global, BBDO Detroit
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is terrific! He is always the perfect person to provide wonderful guidance and insight. Anyone would be lucky to work with him and have him in your corner!” March 20, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity

Jennifer McGowan
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2005

“Collin, is an amazing talent coach and recruiter. He has always put me on the right path to fine the best placement for me. He is extremely knowledgeable in the interactive advertising field. If you are looking to better your career you need to speak with him.” March 20, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative

Rodney Betke
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2000, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin has an energizing persona and unwaivering motivation; I’ve met few individuals in his field that actually are individuals, focusing on driving their clients and partners to be more than what they are. Collin pokes the sleeping bear inside with a pointy stick and gets you to realize what you can really accomplish.” March 19, 2008

Justin Osman, Account Supervisor, Wunderman Team Detroit
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin’s advice on how to market myself in the Greater Detroit Area proved to be invaluable. If he hadn’t given me his insight on the job market, I’d still be out looking for a job.” March 18, 2008

Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative

Timothy J. Krikau, PMP
hired Collin as a Career Advisor in 2007

“Collin is a great resource who always has his eye on the pulse of the digital advertising world. Not only is he well connected, but hes a tireless worker and smart. I look forward to working with Collin again in the future.” March 18, 2008

Eric Argel, Senior Information Architect, Organic
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is forever the optomist with an inner drive to reach beyond average. Whether your a colleague or client Collin strives to improve people both personally and professionally.” March 18, 2008

Bob Gollehur, Sr. Project Engineer, General Motors
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is a very good at what he does, which is getting talented people jobs and placing them at an employer that best suits them. He is personable and enthusiastic in everything he does. Collin knows and preaches a great deal about what it takes to achieve a desirable Portfolio, Resume as well as the right attitude to project. I definitely recommend Collin if one is serious about getting a high-end job in their field.” March 17, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Chris Labadie
hired Collin as a Talent Recuiter in 2008

“We have used Jola Recruitment in the past to fill critical staff positions. Colin has always been very attentive and insightful into our industry. He very current and tuned in, qualities that are important in finding good people.” March 17, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Good Value

Janet Muhleman
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1996

“Collin has the most extensive contact network I have ever seen and he takes a real interest in helping his clients find their ‘dream’ careers.” March 17, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Brian Herskovitz
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1999

“Collin has tremendous energy and a great eye for talent. Collin has the natural ability to cut to the heart of the matter. His straight talk and strong work ethic has earned my respect.” March 17, 2008

Rom LaPointe, President, i3Logic
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Having worked with Collin for well over ten years, I can say that he is one of the best recruiters I have ever encountered. Collin truly cares about the people he works with and is dedicated to finding the best career match for each position - both on a personality level and skill-sets perspective. He is exceptional at building relationships, understanding the needs of both clients and candidates, and seeking out the best match for every one involved. He’s also exceptionally warm, kind, and always upbeat… I couldn’t have asked for a better recruiter!” March 17, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

Rachel Tova (Ruth) Rott
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1998, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin is a good friend and a great person. He is well connected and tireless in his pursuit of the best, tailored for each individual.” March 17, 2008

Rabbi Goldberg, Founder and National Director, Kids Kicking Cancer
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin takes a holistic approach to understanding your needs and applies creativity to finding the best possible candidates. In the start up world, there is no replacement for the right people, right now; and COllin delivers.” March 17, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, High Integrity, Creative

Paul Manns
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1997, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin is very personable hard working and dedicated to his profession and his clients. He has a great deal of knowledge about the industry and works to stay ahead of the curve.” March 17, 2008

Diana Nash, Associate Director, Newmark Knight Frank
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is a professional recruiter with extensive connections in the advertising industry. He is an excellent judge of talent and has a knack for placing people in the right position. He has extensive knowledge of the interactive marketplace and is able to meet the needs of agencies that specialize in online advertising.” March 17, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Paul Stenquist
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2006

“Collin is extremely well networked and has a ton of energy. He’s been recruiting in the area long enough to have an intuitive pulse of what’s happening where and when, which is important in the fast-moving marketplace of today.” March 17, 2008

John Gillis, Chief Exec, First Light LLC
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is a great guy and I have gotten to know his whole family. He’s a fantastic, dedicated father, and I have so much respect for him. It’s a pleasure to have Collin as my friend.” March 16, 2008

Jonny Imerman, Founder, Imerman Angels
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is a dynamic individual who always seems to be leading the way in what types of roles and experience people need to have to succeed.” March 16, 2008

Jeff Stanislow, Owner, Motor City Interactive
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Excellent professional recruiter. Highly recommended.” March 16, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

Tony Laxa
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2002, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin LaLonde provides a unique perspective when working with his clients in determining what the true human resource needs are, associated skill sets and how to attract the ‘right people’ into an organization. I have utilized Collin’s expertise on numerous occasions, for many positions, over the course of the last decade and would recommend him to others who truly are in search of a business partner. Thank you Collin.” March 16, 2008

Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative

Dori Bennett
hired Collin as a Business Consultant in 1996, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin is very resourceful and has great connections. He has assisted me throughout the years with his insight into coaching and recruiting. He is passionate about his clients and is an excellent resource.” March 16, 2008

Don MacLeod, Owner, Ideas4Rent Marketing
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“He is a very resourceful recruiter, who exceeds your expectations and has a way of working with you that makes you focus on goals outside of your chosen profession.” March 15, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative

Ron Blaisdell
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1997

“I have had the pleasure of working with many talented people that were recruited by Collin. His vast network of creative resources in the greater Detroit area is an asset to any company.” March 15, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative

Justin Mysza
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2004

“Linkedin asks me to pick three attributes for Collin, but I’d really like to point out just one thing: this man knows people. When I met him, he was sizing up people quickly and making plausible matches to companies that fit them. He wasn’t confined to the job description, worked hard to get people placed, and helped the process go smoothly from start to finish. He’s a good recruiter and someone I would trust again with career decisions.” March 15, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative

Chris Blanc
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1998

“Collin is a personable, caring recruiter and coach. He gives me sound advise and offers suggestions on how to attack the market. His counsel on rewriting my resume gave me insight on how to market myself in our current environment. I would recommend Collin and the services he provides.” March 15, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity

George Piliouras
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2007

“Collin cares about what his clients want and need. He’s honest about what he can do to place prospects and only delivers professional, qualified and committed candidates for employers. He has a knack for matching people because he understands what both sides expect and wants to have continued relationships after a placement is made. Collin is committed to finding and matching emerging talent with saavy and established businesses. His need to be on the cusp of technology makes him a cutting-edge placement specialist.” March 15, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

Rebekah Brown
hired Collin as a Writer/Editor in 2000, and hired Collin more than once

“I consulted Collin over the years and found his insight into potential employers and the interview/presentation process to be very helpful. Moreover, his understanding of the advertising and interactive industry evolution has helped me with my efforts to move my career forward.” March 15, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Matt Binkowski
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2006, and hired Collin more than once

“CHARISMATIC…RESULTS-ORIENTED…WELL CONNECTED…all of these words describe Collin. He is the most resourceful Recruiter you will ever meet who exceeds your expectations and has a way of forging a relationship with you that goes beyond business. His personable approach makes him someone you will feel compelled to work with again and again. He is an A+ player!” March 15, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Dimyka Roberts
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2007, and hired Collin more than once

“He does his homework. He follows through. He gets results. As a head-hunter, Collin is on top of his game.” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative

John Curtis
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2008

“Collin is the master of the the talent world. Tremendously connected with a major big picture consciousness, Collin has an uncanny ability to distill and move through complicated organizational and political environments. A true native guide through the interactive and advertising industries.” March 14, 2008

Kevin Gillespie, VP General Manager, ÷X
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin is a very knowledgeable individual when it comes to the Graphic Arts field. He has an excellent background and continues to stay up to date with all the newest technologies and software. I throughly enjoyed communicating with him and look forward to his future advice and wisdom.” March 14, 2008

Nolan Holsapple, Graphic Designer | Web Designer, Sumo Sweet Creative
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin has an uncanny ability to think outside the box in situations where a conventional solution is simply not effective. I appreciate his willingness to listen carefully, apply what is clearly a wealth of knowledge, and then take a well reasoned, measured approach to solving our recruitment needs but all the issues attendant to that process.” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, High Integrity, Creative

Dale Chimenti
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2003, and hired Collin more than once

“Colin is a high energy person. He is easy to work with and talk to. He has good connections. I am glad I know him. He has become a friend to me over the years.” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, High Integrity, Creative

Emily Desmond
hired Collin as a Career Coach in 2001

“Colin dug in and found me an incredible opportunity with the right company! A fantastic recuiter who thinks outside the box and found more than a few great candidates for our company! Thanks!” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, High Integrity, Creative

Eric Kimminau
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2004

“Collin is an easy to approach and a good listener. He is multitasking, a professional, and always has time for his clients.” March 14, 2008

Mehrdad DOUSTI, Senior Systems Administrator, WG Interactive Inc.
was with another company when working with Collin at Jola Recruitment

“Collin helped me land the job that became the life-changing event in my career. I am eternally in his debt!” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative

Micki LeCronier
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1998

“Collin’s strongest attribute is his honesty and integrity in all aspects of the recruiting process. He tells it like it is and work tirelessly to make it happen. I enjoyed working with Collin as he made the recruiting process much easier on all parties. No, I am not a relative nor did he pay me to write this!!” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity

Jim Savage
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1996, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin is very easy to work with; understanding my company’s needs without a lot of time spent meeting. He provides excellent recruits that fit my needs every time, and is willing to go the extra mile when needed.” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity

Marcy Hayes
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 2004, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin is outstanding in his field. He is very aware and current on what’s going on in the business and is very responsible about following up and making things happen. He is the 2nd generation in his family I’ve worked with and both he and his mother are very nice people who make working together very personable. I give him my highest recommendation.” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

John Jaeckel
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1999, and hired Collin more than once

“Collin knows the advertising, marketing and digital space very well. He is a wonderful person to work with and provided exceptional service. Collin is well connected, gives great career advice and I would recommend him completely.” March 14, 2008

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

Derek Mehraban
hired Collin as a Recruiter in 1996