GM/VP Artist Relations (05051246)

• General Description/Background: This role will oversee all aspects of Artist Relations services, including sales efforts, pricing proposals, and management of live event production. From concept to completion, this role will lead a team of sales, account managers, and production professionals to deliver high-quality, seamless, and memorable event experiences, while also managing budget and P&L responsibilities. This role will also be responsible for driving innovation and expansion, including extensions of current services, as well as sponsored events. Key Responsibilities: ● Pricing Strategy: Oversee pricing proposals for artist shows, including multi-city international tours, and residencies. Evolve pricing structures to accommodate different locations and show types. ● Budget Management: Develop, manage, and monitor event production budget guidelines, including cost estimation and forecasting. Ensure that production expenses are within budget. ● Sales and margin expansion: Identify opportunities for sales growth, including extension of services, as well as operational efficiencies to improve margins per show. ● Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of sales executives, account managers, production managers, and other support staff. ● Production Management: Oversee the end-to-end aspects of event production, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and shipping/logistics coordination. ● Vendor Management: Identify, negotiate with, and manage relationships with external staffing and shipping vendors, as well as contractors for production-related services. ● Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards in all production activities, including crowd management. ● Quality Control: Maintain high standards of quality and excellence in the delivery of services. ● Troubleshooting: Anticipate and proactively address any production-related challenges or issues that may arise during the planning or execution phases of events. ● Post-Event Evaluation: Oversee post-event evaluations to assess the success of production elements, gather feedback from stakeholders, and identify areas for improvement
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 10+ years of experience in live event production, with a proven track record of managing large-scale events from conception to completion.
  • BA /BS degree.
  • Proven ability to manage sales team and revenue generation efforts.
  • Strong understanding of production, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse and dispersed team of production professionals.
  • Excellent project management abilities, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
  • Deep understanding of event production elements such as staffing, logistics planning, and shipping.
  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with external partners.
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices in event production.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
  • Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Venice, CA
• Travel Type: Must live within daily commutable distance
• Assignment Type:
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

Fractional Head of Marketing (05051245)

• General Description/Background: We are working with a consumer goods company that also serves the education sector and is seeking a fractional Head of Marketing. This role will manage a $500K annual marketing budget, lead a team of 5, work closely with sales and oversee relationships with external vendors and agencies. While brand development is important, the primary focus of this role is to support the sales organization through effective marketing strategies. Candidates must have proven experience in sales enablement, including aligning marketing efforts with sales goals, developing collateral, and generating qualified leads. The company operates in a sales-centric environment, with a team of 50 sales professionals across the U.S. and internationally. The organization uses Salesforce and HubSpot, so familiarity with both platforms is preferred. This role will be fractional, requiring a minimum commitment of four days per week, with some weeks potentially increasing to five days based on business needs. Key Responsibilities: ● Direct brand positioning, messaging, and identity across business segments to ensure consistency and alignment with the company’s values and mission. ● Identify market opportunities and create go-to-market strategies across business segments, particularly our education segment. ● Partner with our head of public relations to expand brand awareness and reputation. ● Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, authority figures, and industry stakeholders. ● Oversee communications during critical situations and ensure the company’s voice is accurately represented in all media interactions. ● Provide leadership and direction for the company’s marketing efforts, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and high performance. ● Partner closely with sales teams across to align sales and marketing strategies. ● Oversee the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that drive brand awareness and customer engagement. ● Oversee vendor relationships and manage contracts with freelance contractors and agencies. ● Lead the strategy for digital marketing, including content marketing and online advertising, to enhance brand presence. ● Build and execute a coordinated calendar of campaigns, events, and messages, ensuring consistent activity to drive incremental traffic and sales. ● Manage the marketing budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources to maximize ROI. ● Oversee the measurement and reporting of campaign performance, adjusting strategies as necessary to achieve desired outcomes. Qualifications: ● Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; MBA is a plus ● 10+ years of experience in marketing, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. ● Proven track record in brand building, public relations, and marketing strategy development. ● Experience supporting sales-led organizations. ● Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Evidence of success in influencing cross-functional teams. ● Ability to think strategically while executing tactically. ● Experience in communications and media relations is a plus. Job Location: ● Preference for proximity to Venice, CA with hybrid work schedule (two days a week in office), especially for candidates open to full-time placement ● Strong remote candidates will also be considered
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; MBA is a plus
  • 10+ years of experience in marketing, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Proven track record in brand building, public relations, and marketing strategy development.
  • Experience supporting sales-led organizations.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Evidence of success in influencing cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to think strategically while executing tactically.
  • Experience in communications and media relations is a plus.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Venice, CA
• Travel Type:
• Assignment Type: Interim - Part-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 4-5 months
• Potential to full time: Yes

Fractional CFO (04211243)

• General Description/Background: Our client, a growing new home production builder, is seeking a Fractional CFO with extensive experience supporting high-volume homebuilders. The ideal candidate will help elevate the company's financial reporting, analytics, and strategic decision-making capabilities by introducing best practices from larger production builders. This role is critical to providing hands-on expertise in improving gross margin and net margin analysis, P&L management, forecasting, and operational decision support. Responsibilities: Review and assess the company’s current financial reporting framework, including gross margin and net margin tracking, P&L structure, and related operational reporting. Develop and deliver examples and templates of industry-standard financial reports, data sets, and spreadsheets used by higher-volume production builders. Collaborate with leadership to enhance internal reporting, ensuring that financial data is actionable and aligned with operational goals. Identify and implement key metrics, dashboards, and management reports commonly used by large-scale homebuilders to guide pricing, project management, and budgeting decisions. Actively mentor internal staff by explaining higher-level financial terms, concepts, and decision-making frameworks used in the production homebuilding industry. Assist in building financial models and tools that support better job costing, forecasting, and margin improvement. Conduct financial analysis to identify profit improvement opportunities across different projects and communities. Provide guidance on budgeting processes, overhead allocations, and financial planning tailored to growth-oriented production builders. Participate in executive discussions to translate financial insights into operational strategies and actionable plans. Qualifications:
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5+ years as CFO, VP of Finance, or similar for a production homebuilder (preferably companies building 100+ units annually).
  • Strong expertise in homebuilder gross margin analysis, net margin optimization, and full-cycle financial reporting.
  • Hands-on experience preparing and using financial reports, forecasts, and operational dashboards specific to high-volume residential construction.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Remote
• Travel Type: Can be virtual
• Assignment Type: Interim - Part-Time
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

COO (04231244)

• General Description/Background: Our client is a mission-driven technology company revolutionizing how municipalities operate during high-stakes public safety events. As the company enters a phase of rapid expansion, they are seeking a dynamic and seasoned Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join the executive team. This leader will help shape the operational backbone of the business as it scales across industries and geographies. Position Summary The COO will serve as the right hand to the CEO and CTO, driving operational strategy, execution, and scalability. The role will lead cross-functional efforts spanning software operations, hardware manufacturing, channel partnerships, customer success, finance, and HR—building robust systems and processes to support hyper-growth. This is a builder’s role, not a maintenance one. The ideal candidate is a hands-on operator who can architect a high-performance environment with enterprise-level thinking and startup-level agility. Key Responsibilities 1. Operational Strategy & Execution Design and implement scalable operational frameworks for SaaS and hardware manufacturing. Translate company goals into measurable initiatives and KPIs. Drive efficiency through lean processes, automation, and workflow optimization. Build seamless intake processes from sales to delivery in coordination with product, engineering, and customer service. 2. Hardware Manufacturing & Supply Chain Oversee the full hardware manufacturing lifecycle: sourcing, production, logistics, and quality control. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure cost-effective and timely manufacturing. Establish RMA processes, warranty programs, and reverse logistics. 3. Software & SaaS Operations Partner with product leadership to operationalize SaaS deployments and manage subscriptions and renewals. Ensure uptime, reliability, and hardware-software integration. Develop feedback loops to drive product innovation and improvements. 4. Channel Partners & GTM Execution Build and manage a team that supports sales enablement and post-sales delivery via channel partners. Develop scalable intake and forecasting processes. Manage SLAs, distribution agreements, and regional logistics. 5. Customer Success & Services Scale and lead onboarding, support, training, and account management functions. Build systems that enhance customer satisfaction, retention, and growth. Advocate for the voice of the customer across all functions. 6. Finance, HR, and Organizational Development Partner with finance to develop budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning models. Oversee recruitment, culture, performance management, and compensation planning. Implement scalable systems and dashboards to support transparency and cross-functional execution.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 10+ years in operational leadership, including 5+ years in a COO or equivalent role.
  • Proven track record scaling both SaaS and hardware operations.
  • Experience with channel sales models and public sector procurement.
  • Strong background in supply chain, vendor management, and contract manufacturing.
  • Financial acumen and team-building experience during high-growth phases.
  • Familiarity with operational systems like ERP, CRM, PLM, etc.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
  • Experience in VC/PE-backed startups.
  • P&L responsibility and board-level reporting experience.
  • Knowledge of federal or state government contracting.
  • Background supporting critical infrastructure or field-based teams.
• Location: Southern CA or Texas / Hybrid
• Travel Type: Can be virtual
• Assignment Type: Direct Hire with Client
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

Interim General Manager (US Subsidiary Company) (04141242)

• General Description/Background: Our client is a internationally based pharmaceutical company seeking an experienced Interim General Manager to lead and prepare their US subsidiary for a strategic sale. The subsidiary, located in New Jersey, holds contracts and product licenses for generic and OTC drugs but does not manufacture locally due to prior regulatory hurdles. The business currently employs under 10 individuals and is in the process of being positioned for acquisition. Position Overview The Interim General Manager will provide day-to-day operational leadership of the US entity while coordinating all aspects of preparing the business for sale. This includes company framing, facilitating buyer discussions, and aligning with legal and finance teams at headquarters abroad. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, M&A readiness, and strategic communication skills. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily operations of the US business to ensure continuity and compliance. Lead and manage a small US-based team, maintaining organizational focus during the transition. Manage and deliver a successful market entry for a newly licensed product. Assess and clearly frame the company’s current operations, assets, contracts, and value proposition for potential acquirers. Coordinate closely with HQ’s legal, finance, and executive teams to ensure proper documentation, reporting, and strategic alignment. Facilitate discussions with a target list of prospective buyers and explore additional buyer opportunities. Prepare and deliver management presentations, due diligence materials, and data room support documents. Serve as the primary contact for buyer inquiries and manage scheduling of meetings and information sharing. Provide regular progress updates and reporting to corporate leadership in Spain. Assist in structuring and negotiating transaction terms, in partnership with legal and financial advisors.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 15+ years of leadership experience, ideally in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or healthcare sector.
  • Proven experience managing the sale or divestiture of a business unit or subsidiary.
  • Familiarity with the regulatory and commercial aspects of generic and OTC drug markets.
  • Strong operational and team leadership capabilities in a lean environment.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across geographies.
  • Experience working with international parent companies or cross-border transactions preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in a transitional or turnaround setting.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Wall Township, NJ
• Travel Type: Travel reimbursement available
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 6-9 months
• Potential to full time: No

Fractional Sales Consultant (04041241)

• General Description/Background: We’re looking for a high-impact Fractional Sales Consultant to support the Founder of a growing B2C and B2B services company. In this role, you’ll help drive new business by joining sales meetings, supporting follow-ups, and closing deals with prospective clients. This is a great opportunity for a seasoned B2C and B2B sales pro who thrives in a consultative selling environment and wants flexible, meaningful work with a founder-led team. What You’ll Do Join virtual sales meetings alongside and without the founder (usually pre-booked). Assist in leading or co-leading sales conversations with potential clients. Handle follow-up emails, proposals, and occasional CRM updates. Help move prospects through the sales pipeline to close. Provide occasional input on improving the sales process or messaging. What We’re Looking For Proven B2B sales experience, preferably in services or consulting. Confident in running or co-piloting virtual sales calls. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Comfortable working independently with minimal oversight. Tech-savvy and able to quickly pick up CRM or communication tools (e.g., HubSpot, Zoom, etc.). Bonus: experience working with founders or small businesses.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 5+ years Business Development and Account Management experience
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Remote
• Travel Type: Can be virtual
• Assignment Type: Interim - Part-Time
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: No

Sr Product Manager (04031240)

• General Description/Background: Job Summary: The Senior Product Manager will drive the schedule and deliverables for our client's product portfolio, focusing on direct-to-consumer (DTC) eCommerce growth and delivering an exceptional customer experience. This role is responsible for managing and delivering product development milestones, project timelines, and go-to-market strategies, acting as a bridge across departments, to collaborate closely with Product Development / Industrial Design, Operations, Marketing, and Customer Experience ensuring clear communication, effective risk management, and a streamlined approach to project delivery. The ideal candidate thrives in a nimble startup environment, is a collaborative problem-solver, and has a passion for driving impactful results. Key Responsibilities: Project Management • Lead cross-functional projects: Work with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success metrics. Ensure project goals align with the overall business strategy, and create detailed project plans that outline timelines, milestones, and resources required. • Develop and maintain project plans: Create comprehensive roadmaps that outline tasks, deadlines, and resource allocation to drive clarity and accountability across teams. • Monitor project progress: Regularly review project status against key performance indicators (KPIs), flag potential delays, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks. • Coordinate GTM efforts: Collaborate with Marketing and Operations to synchronize the timing of product availability, promotional campaigns, and customer communications, ensuring a cohesive rollout strategy. Product Strategy and Roadmap Development • Contribute to the product vision: Collaborate with Product Development and leadership to align project initiatives with the company’s overall product vision and business goals. • Deliver product roadmap objectives: Create detailed product lifecycle plans that outline timelines, key milestones, dependencies, and resource needs. • Prioritize initiatives: Work closely with cross-functional teams to prioritize projects and features based on business impact, customer feedback, and market trends. • Monitor market trends: Stay informed about industry advancements, competitor products, and customer preferences to make data-driven recommendations for product improvements or innovations. Integrate customer insights into the product roadmap, prioritizing projects that enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty while contributing to the company’s goals. • Align stakeholders: Communicate the product roadmap to key stakeholders, ensuring alignment across departments and managing expectations regarding timelines and deliverables. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Act as a central point of communication: Bridge gaps between Product Development, Marketing, Operations, and Customer Experience and external design, manufacturing and distribution resources by facilitating open and transparent communication. • Facilitate regular status meetings: Schedule and lead team check-ins to review progress, address challenges, and ensure alignment on priorities and deliverables. • Gather input and feedback: Engage with stakeholders to refine project goals, adjust timelines, and enhance product features or processes based on collective insights. Process Optimization • Identify and implement process improvements: Analyze existing workflows to uncover inefficiencies, introduce new tools, and establish standardized procedures to reduce redundancies. • Use project management tools and dashboards: Leverage platforms like Asana or Monday.com to track project milestones, monitor KPIs, and present data-driven insights to leadership. • Foster a culture of continuous improvement: Encourage teams to reflect on project outcomes, share lessons learned, and apply best practices to future initiatives. • Deliver innovation: Balance long-term product vision with short-term improvements, ensuring products resonate with current and future customer expectations.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field; PMP or similar certification is a plus.
  • 5+ years in product project management, ideally within eCommerce or DTC organizations with $30-50 million in annual revenue.
  • Proven track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments with multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities.
  • Strong strategic planning and product execution abilities, with experience in managing end-to-end product lifecycles from ideation through post-launch.
  • Ability to synthesize data with customer insights to develop innovative solutions and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Proficiency with product management software (e.g., Asana), data analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), and a basic understanding of UX/UI principles to guide product improvements.
  • Familiarity with eCommerce technology stacks and trends that impact DTC growth, such as personalization, A/B testing, and customer retention strategies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts to stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
  • Strong leadership and team collaboration skills; experience in fostering alignment and enthusiasm among diverse teams in a matrixed organization.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Orange County, CA
• Travel Type: Must live within daily commutable distance
• Assignment Type: Direct Hire with Client
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

Interim Director of Human Resources (03311239)

• General Description/Background: We are seeking a seasoned and strategic interim HR leader to provide stability and structure during a period of organizational evolution. This is a hands-on role for an experienced Human Resources professional with a proven track record in building and optimizing HR functions within complex, multinational environments. Key Responsibilities: Lead and strengthen the HR function across all core areas including organizational design, performance management, recruitment, training, HR systems, and compliance. Partner closely with executive leadership to drive organizational effectiveness and support business transformation. Establish and implement scalable HR processes suited to a fast-paced, evolving business. Support the development and structuring of growing subsidiaries or business units. Actively participate in talent acquisition efforts for senior leadership and key functional roles. Develop and roll out people strategies that align with broader business objectives. Ensure seamless integration into the existing corporate culture and rapidly identify priorities and opportunities for impact. Create a robust succession plan and oversee the transition to a permanent HR leader, including identification, onboarding, and mentoring.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • A senior HR professional with significant experience in structured, multinational organizations – ideally with exposure to the technology sector.
  • Demonstrated success in scaling HR operations for growth and transformation with multinational organizations.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Concord, NC
• Travel Type:
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 6-9 months
• Potential to full time: Yes

Interim Human Resources Manager (03141204)

• General Description/Background: Our client is a fast-growing consumer goods brand that primarily leverages contract manufacturers to produce it's products. They are seeking an experienced Interim HR Manager to provide leadership and stability in HR operations for the next 90 days while we finalize a permanent hire by June. This role will ensure continuity in key HR functions, support employees and management, and strengthen foundational HR processes during this transition period. This is an onsite position located in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Key Responsibilities: Employee Relations: Serve as a safe, neutral liaison between employees and management, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Address employee concerns professionally, ensuring fair and consistent resolution of workplace issues. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Oversee recruiting, interviewing, and hiring processes to ensure smooth and efficient candidate selection. Manage onboarding and first 90-day training for new hires to promote retention and engagement. Payroll & Benefits Administration: Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, addressing any discrepancies proactively. Support employees with benefits-related inquiries and administration. Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Maintain compliance with labor laws, including timekeeping, PAGA, and harassment training. Monitor and enforce company policies to mitigate risk and protect the organization. Performance Management: Implement tools and training to support 1:1 meetings, performance reviews, and goal setting. Partner with leadership to manage employee performance and career development. Project Management – Employee Lifecycle: Oversee the full employee lifecycle, ensuring structured processes from hiring to exit. Implement best practices to improve HR operations and efficiency.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Proven ability to manage HR operations, employee relations, and compliance.
  • Strong experience in recruiting, onboarding, payroll, and benefits administration.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
  • Flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
• Travel Type: Must live within daily commutable distance
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 3 months +
• Potential to full time: Yes

Fractional CFO (03171205)

• General Description/Background: We are seeking an experienced Fractional CFO to provide financial leadership and strategic oversight for two construction consulting firms that merged in late 2024. Each company has an existing accounting team, with one primarily focused on services and the other on investment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee financial operations across both firms, ensuring smooth integration post-merger. Lead change management initiatives to align teams, systems, and processes. Develop and execute a financial strategy to align both businesses and optimize accounting processes. Provide guidance on M&A integration, ensuring a cohesive financial structure. Improve AR management and accelerate the month-end close process. Support the implementation and optimization of Sage Intacct for enhanced financial reporting and controls. Work closely with the CEO and leadership team to drive financial efficiency and strategic growth. Oversee complex percentage-of-completion and fixed-fee contracts, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Extensive experience in construction or real estate development finance.
  • Strong background in M&A integration and financial restructuring.
  • Expertise in percentage-of-completion and fixed-fee accounting.
  • Demonstrated ability to streamline financial operations and manage complex projects.
  • Experience with Sage Intacct and QuickBooks Online.
  • Proven track record in change management and process improvement.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Irvine, CA
• Travel Type: Must live within daily commutable distance
• Assignment Type: Interim - Part-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 6 months+
• Potential to full time: Yes

Vice President of Finance (02281203)

• General Description/Background: Our client is a state-chartered, non-member community bank with approximately $100M in assets under management. They are committed to serving local businesses and individuals with a customer-first approach while maintaining strong financial oversight and regulatory compliance. As the bank transitions leadership in its finance department, they seek a Vice President of Finance to take on a hands-on leadership role, ensuring financial integrity, strategic planning, and effective board engagement. They are open to considering both interim candidates and those interested in a full-time position. Position Overview The VP of Finance will oversee all financial operations, reporting, and regulatory compliance, working closely with the Controller, executive leadership, and the Board of Directors. This role is ideal for a finance leader with experience in both large and small banks—someone who understands the complexities of community banking while being comfortable working in a small bank setting. Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Strategy • Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, ALM, and capital planning. • Provide financial insights to executive leadership and the board to support strategic decision-making. • Implement best practices for financial controls and risk management. • Ensure compliance with federal and state banking regulations. Board & Regulatory Engagement • Prepare and present financial reports, ensuring clarity for both finance-savvy and non-finance board members. • Serve as the primary financial liaison to regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders. • Work closely with the board on financial strategies, risk assessments, and long-term planning. Operational Execution & Hands-On Leadership • Partner with the Controller to ensure smooth day-to-day financial operations. • Assist in managing financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls. • Work within a lean finance team, rolling up sleeves when needed to get things done. Qualifications & Experience • Banking Experience: 10+ years in banking finance/accounting roles, with experience in both larger and smaller community banks preferred. • Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of DFPI, FDIC, CRA, and California financial regulations. • Board & Executive Communication: Experience presenting to boards and working with both finance and non-finance executives. • Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial modeling, risk management, and reporting. Work Environment & Location The role requires onsite presence 2-3 days per week in Murrieta, CA.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 7+ years in banking finance/accounting roles, with experience in both larger and smaller community banks preferred.
  • Strong understanding of DFPI, FDIC, CRA, and California financial regulations.
  • Strong proficiency in financial modeling, risk management, and reporting
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Murrieta, CA
• Travel Type: Travel reimbursement available
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 6-9 months
• Potential to full time: Yes

Interim COO (Hospice company / hybrid) (02261202)

• General Description/Background: We are seeking an experienced Interim Chief Operating Officer (COO) to provide operational leadership and continuity for a private equity-owned hospice company with 20+ locations and 400 employees. This hybrid role requires some onsite presence in Texas and will focus on overseeing regional operations, driving transformation initiatives, and ensuring alignment across the organization during the leadership transition. Key Responsibilities: Oversee 7 Regional Vice Presidents (RVPs), each responsible for transformational projects within their regions and company-wide. Act as a bridge between the executive team and regional leadership to ensure consistent communication, strategy execution, and operational stability while the company searches for a permanent COO. Support and guide ongoing performance improvement initiatives, process standardization, and quality enhancements across all locations. Work closely with the CEO and executive team to ensure operational priorities are met, given that the CEO does not have the bandwidth to regularly meet with all 7 RVPs. Maintain regulatory compliance, implement best practices, and optimize patient care delivery and financial performance across the organization. Provide data-driven insights and updates to the company’s private equity investors, ensuring alignment with their growth and performance expectations.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Proven leadership experience as a COO, VP of Operations, or similar executive role in multi-location healthcare operations (hospice, home health, or related sectors).
  • Strong track record in leading transformational projects, scaling operations, and improving efficiency within a multi-site healthcare organization.
  • Ability to quickly assess operational challenges and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience working within private equity-backed healthcare organizations is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel as needed to company locations and work onsite in Dallas, TX on a hybrid basis.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Dallas, Texas
• Travel Type: Travel reimbursement available
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

Director of Quality (CPG/F&B) (02181199)

• General Description/Background: We are seeking a Director of Quality to lead and enhance our food safety, quality assurance, and sanitation programs. This is a newly created role designed for a strategic, hands-on leader who can build and implement best-in-class quality systems. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of food manufacturing regulations, global market compliance, and quality innovation. They will be responsible for ensuring our products meet the highest quality and safety standards, enabling us to compete at a Fortune 500 level while thriving in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute a world-class quality and food safety strategy, aligning with the company’s growth objectives and operational excellence goals. • Ensure compliance with FDA, GFSI (BRC, SQF), HACCP, FSMA, and other relevant domestic and international food safety regulations. • Partner with R&D, Operations, and Regulatory teams to ensure seamless quality integration into new product launches and international market entry. • Oversee the Plant Quality Manager and work closely with external consultants to build a high-performance quality organization. • Drive a culture of quality by implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and risk-based food safety approaches. • Lead all third-party audits, regulatory inspections, and customer quality assessments. • Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the end-to-end manufacturing process.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 10+ years of experience in food quality and safety leadership, ideally in a manufacturing or CPG environment.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, certifications, and international compliance standards.
  • Experience implementing best-in-class quality systems and leading regulatory audits.
  • Proven ability to develop and execute quality programs in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong leadership, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Vernon, CA
• Travel Type: Relocation reimbursement available
• Assignment Type: Direct Hire with Client
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

Director of Human Resources (02171198)

• General Description/Background: We are seeking a seasoned HR Director with heavy industry experience (e.g., manufacturing, construction, recycling, transportation, or similar blue-collar sectors) who is a Canadian citizen and open to relocating to Nova Scotia. The ideal candidate will be a strategic and operational HR leader, responsible for overseeing all HR functions, driving employee engagement, and implementing best practices for a growing organization. This is a full time salaried position paying up to $200,000/yr + bonus Key Responsibilities HR Strategy & Leadership • Lead and develop a structured and professional HR operation aligned with business goals. • Provide strategic guidance to ownership and senior leadership on workforce planning, employee relations, and compliance. • Enhance HR processes to improve operational efficiency and employee satisfaction. Team & Department Oversight • Directly manage Safety, 2 HR Specialists/Generalists, Payroll, and an HR Administrator. • Ensure payroll operations run smoothly through Payworks and oversee training and certification tracking in Workhub. Performance Management & Employee Engagement • Improve and enhance the performance management system to ensure accountability and growth. • Develop and implement employee engagement programs to boost retention and workplace satisfaction. Talent Acquisition & Immigration Support • Work closely with an immigration attorney to support foreign workers in the Canadian immigration program • Strengthen recruitment and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent in a competitive labor market. Compliance & Safety • Ensure the organization remains compliant with labor laws, health & safety regulations, and HR best practices. • Partner with safety leadership to reinforce a culture of workplace safety and compliance.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Canadian citizen and willing to relocate to Nova Scotia.
  • 10+ years of HR leadership experience in heavy industry (metal recycling, manufacturing, construction, logistics, or similar blue-collar environments).
  • Proven track record in HR operations, employee relations, labor compliance, and talent management.
  • Experience managing payroll (Payworks preferred) and training/certification systems (Workhub a plus).
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Nova Scotia
• Travel Type: Relocation reimbursement available
• Assignment Type: Direct Hire with Client
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

Interim Controller (SaaS) (02121197)

• General Description/Background: We are partnering with a $10M SaaS company seeking an Interim Controller for the next 6–9 months. This remote role will pay $100 per hour. Financial Leadership & Strategy • Develop and maintain accurate financial forecasts, budgeting models, and long-term financial planning. • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements ensuring compliance with GAAP. • Manage cash flow and liquidity, ensuring sufficient balances while maximizing earnings potential. • Provide financial insights to executive leadership and work closely with the parent company’s finance team on reporting and strategic planning. • Support integration efforts, ensuring a smooth transition into the parent company’s financial systems and processes. Accounting & Compliance • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and transparency. • Manage invoice processing, renewals, and revenue recognition, ensuring proper billing cycles and contract compliance. • Ensure accurate commission calculations for the sales team and oversee 401(k) safe harbor match contributions. • Process month-end and year-end financial adjustments efficiently and in a timely manner. • Utilize QuickBooks Online (QBO) and Maxio as primary financial tools, ensuring seamless financial operations. • Review and refine client contracts using PandaDocs, working cross-functionally to optimize financial terms. Operational & Cross-Functional Collaboration • Serve as a key finance partner to leadership, HR, and sales teams to maintain smooth business operations. • Oversee payroll processing and benefits administration, including salary adjustments, deductions, and compliance. • Support onboarding and offboarding processes from a financial perspective, ensuring proper documentation and compliance. • Establish and maintain financial controls, policies, and procedures to ensure a scalable and efficient finance function. Technology & Process Improvement • Identify and implement process improvements in financial workflows to drive operational efficiencies. • Optimize finance system integrations and align financial reporting with parent company requirements. • Ensure the finance function is prepared for full integration post-earnout, including potential system migrations and compliance alignment. Other Duties as Assigned • Adapt to evolving business needs, providing support in M&A-related activities as required. • Assist in ad hoc financial analysis and
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 7+ years of experience in financial leadership roles, including VP Finance, Controller, or similar.
  • Experience in SaaS financial operations, particularly in a high-growth or M&A environment.
  • Prior experience with earnouts, post-acquisition financial integration, and aligning financial reporting across entities.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606), and financial controls.
  • Experience in a private equity-backed or investor-driven environment is a plus.
  • Proven ability to work remotely while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
  • Expertise in QuickBooks Online (QBO), Maxio, and Google Suite.
• Location: Remote
• Travel Type: Can be virtual
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 6-9 months
• Potential to full time: No

ESG/CSRD Specialist Auditor (02101196)

• General Description/Background: Mission Objectives: • Diagnose the current maturity level of the U.S. subsidiary's ESG reporting. • Identify gaps between existing practices and CSRD requirements. • Assess the quality and reliability of collected ESG data. • Propose a roadmap for CSRD compliance. • Support local teams in implementing recommendations and strengthening reporting processes. Responsibilities: • Conduct a comprehensive audit of current ESG reporting practices. • Analyze available non-financial data and identify deficiencies. • Raise awareness among local teams about CSRD requirements and best practices in sustainability reporting. • Coordinate with headquarters teams to ensure consistency between group standards and those applied by the subsidiary. • Prepare an audit report with concrete recommendations and an action plan. • Assist in implementing recommended improvements and monitoring corrective actions. Desired Profile: • Proven experience in ESG auditing, non-financial reporting, or sustainability compliance. • In-depth knowledge of CSRD and international reporting frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISSB). • Experience in the agri-food sector or related industries preferred. • Ability to work in a multicultural environment and communicate with stakeholders from different countries. • Fluency in English is essential. • Excellent analytical, synthesis, and writing skills.   Duration & Location: • 4 to 6-month mission with possible extension. • Based in the United States with regular interactions with European teams. • Potential travel between headquarters and the subsidiary.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Proven experience in ESG auditing, non-financial reporting, or sustainability compliance.
  • In-depth knowledge of CSRD and international reporting frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISSB).
  • Experience in the agri-food sector or related industries preferred.
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment and communicate with stakeholders from different countries.
  • Fluency in English is essential.
  • Excellent analytical, synthesis, and writing skills.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Remote
• Travel Type:
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 4-6 months
• Potential to full time: No

VP of Opreations (02071195)

• General Description/Background: The VP of Operations will oversee and optimize customer service, production (QC, cut/sew/logo), shipping (stock, pick/pack/ship), procurement, and software integration. Additionally, this leader will build and manage new marketing and sales teams, ensuring operational efficiency across all departments. This role requires an experienced integrator who can translate the CEO/founder’s vision into scalable operational strategies. Key Responsibilities Operations & Procurement • Oversee in-house production and outsourced manufacturing, ensuring quality and efficiency. • Manage procurement of raw materials (fabrics, notions, parts) and finished goods from suppliers. • Streamline supply chain processes, vendor negotiations, and cost management. • Implement best practices in inventory control, production workflows, and quality assurance. Technology & Systems Integration • Lead the transition from the legacy CRM/ERP system to a more robust platform (evaluating NetSuite, SAP, Odoo). • Oversee the selection and implementation of new ERP/CRM software, ensuring seamless integration across all departments. • Drive automation and digital transformation efforts to improve operational efficiency. Marketing & Sales Team Development • Build and oversee a Marketing & Sales department from the ground up. • Hire and manage a Marketing Director and additional marketing staff as needed. • Coordinate and oversee outsourced marketing specialists (Google Ads, Meta Ads, YouTube, etc.). • Work closely with the CEO on sales strategy to grow B2B and DTC sales channels. Cross-Departmental Leadership & Integration • Act as the integrator of the company’s vision, ensuring alignment across all functions. • Establish KPIs and performance metrics for each department to drive accountability. • Foster a collaborative company culture that encourages efficiency, communication, and innovation. • Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and optimize workflows.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • 10+ years of operations leadership experience in a manufacturing, e-commerce, or consumer goods company.
  • Strong procurement experience managing raw materials and finished goods supply chains.
  • Hands-on experience implementing ERP/CRM software (NetSuite, SAP, Odoo preferred).
  • Proven ability to build and manage teams, including Marketing, Sales, and Operations.
  • Experience overseeing direct-to-consumer (DTC) and B2B distribution models.
  • Strong understanding of logistics, production planning, and inventory management.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across all levels of the organization.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Longview, TX
• Travel Type:
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

Fractional Director of Operations (02041193)

• General Description/Background: A small but growing law firm is seeking a Fractional Director of Operations to establish and optimize business processes, manage vendors, and ensure the firm’s operational needs are met efficiently and on time. This role is ideal for a highly organized professional with prior law firm operations experience who can implement SOPs, KPIs, and compliance measures while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and standardize firm-wide processes. • Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track operational effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. • Oversee relationships with vendors, including IT services, office suppliers, and other outsourced providers, ensuring service quality and cost-effectiveness. • Ensure business compliance requirements (e.g., insurance, licensure, tax filings) are handled in a timely manner to avoid penalties and disruptions. • Work closely with accounting teams to ensure timely payments, billing, and expense management. Exposure to trust accounting is highly preferred. • Evaluate and implement technology solutions to enhance efficiency in case management, document storage, and client communication. • Support the firm’s virtual operations, ensuring seamless communication, process execution, and team coordination.
• Experience/Skills Required:
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Remote
• Travel Type: Can be virtual
• Assignment Type: Interim - Part-Time
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

US Site Manager (Construction) (12061184)

• General Description/Background: We have a client with immediate need for a US Site Manager/Project Manager in the US. This is a multinational company that supplies turn-key products and construction services for batching plants and concrete distribution systems. There is a high level of customization in any project, thus, any project is a sort of prototype. They are seeking a US Site Manager/Project Manager to run a site in Roanoke, TX. Duties • Manage internal teams, general contractors, scheduling, and budget. • This will require internal collaboration between the Technical Department, Supply Chain and Installation Department. • Management of tight deadlines. There are penalties on the shipment and installation deadlines, therefore the flow control has to be rigid.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Minimum 2 or 3 years of experience in construction project management or similar roles.
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Additional certifications in project management or workplace safety are a plus.
  • Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills. In-depth knowledge of building regulations and safety practices.
  • Familiarity with medium- term contracts
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Roanoke, TX
• Travel Type: Travel reimbursement available
• Assignment Type: Direct Hire with Client
• Assignment Timeframe: 12 months +
• Potential to full time: Yes

Senior Director of Product Development and Procurement (09231137)

• General Description/Background: Salary range: $180,000.00 - $200,000.00 annually depending on experience, education, and qualifications. This role is bonus eligible. The Senior Director, Product Development & Procurement will be responsible for overseeing and aligning all aspects of product development, product design, quality assurance, and supply chain for a $30M water technology company. This strategic leader will guide the development of the company’s product roadmap from concept to market launch. This role demands a high level of cross-functional leadership, project management expertise, financial stewardship, and a proactive approach to driving business growth and efficiency. This role is ideal for a seasoned operations professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment with little structure and has experience in scaling e-commerce organizations. Key Responsibilities: ● Product Roadmap Ownership: Lead the strategic planning, development, and execution of the company’s product roadmap. Balance timing, budget, and resource allocation effectively, setting clear priorities and ensuring the team delivers on milestones. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Inventory & Logistics, Marketing, Customer Experience, and Finance—to integrate go-to-market strategies and adapt the roadmap based on changing market conditions, customer feedback, and competitive analysis. Use data-driven insights to assess product performance and adjust the roadmap, ensuring that product launches are timely, meet customer needs, and achieve business goals. ● Product Development Leadership: Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation and concept through design, development, testing, and launch, ensuring alignment with mission and business goals. Foster innovation in product design while maintaining a focus on practicality, scalability, and customer usability. Ensure the team is developing products that resonate with customer base and stay ahead of market trends. Lead the product development team, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative environment. Ensure seamless coordination between product design, engineering, and manufacturing to accelerate time-to-market. Regularly review and refine development processes to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and maintain agility in response to new challenges and opportunities. ● Product Quality: Establish and maintain stringent quality control standards throughout the product development and manufacturing process to ensure high-quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations. Implement robust Quality Assurance (QA) processes that focus on preventing defects, ensuring consistency in product performance, and adhering to all relevant industry and safety regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify potential quality issues early in the development cycle and resolve them before launch. Continuously evaluate product performance post-launch through feedback loops with Customer Experience, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring long-term product reliability and customer satisfaction. ● Vendor Management & Diversification: Build and maintain strong, long-term partnerships with key manufacturing vendors, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery standards. Diversify the company’s supplier base to reduce risk, drive competition, and improve product quality and cost efficiencies. Develop a clear vendor diversification strategy that aligns with the company's growth and scalability needs. Conduct regular performance reviews with vendors to assess quality, timelines, and responsiveness, ensuring alignment with evolving product portfolio and business objectives. Negotiate favorable contract terms, pricing, and delivery schedules while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with suppliers to ensure mutual success. ● Supply Chain Oversight: Align supply chain strategies with product development and market demand, ensuring an agile, responsive, and cost-effective supply chain that supports business goals. Oversee procurement, inventory management, and logistics to optimize product flow from manufacturing to market, minimizing lead times and ensuring high service levels. Implement supply chain best practices to reduce costs, improve delivery times, and increase overall efficiency. Use data analytics and forecasting tools to enhance supply chain visibility and proactively address potential issues. Collaborate with logistics, inventory, and operations teams to ensure supply chain alignment with product development timelines, including proactive risk management to prevent delays or bottlenecks in product delivery. Align supply chain strategies with product needs, ensuring seamless coordination between procurement, inventory, and logistics. ● Go-to-Market Strategy Leadership: Lead the creation and execution of go-to-market strategies for new products, ensuring alignment across key teams such as Inventory & Logistics, Marketing, Legal, Finance, and Customer Experience. Work closely with Marketing to develop effective product positioning, launch campaigns, and promotional strategies that resonate with target customers. Partner with Inventory & Logistics to ensure product availability aligns with launch timelines, coordinating supply chain activities to avoid stock shortages or delays. Ensure Legal and Finance teams are involved early to address compliance, pricing, and contract considerations, setting up the product for a smooth market entry. Collaborate with the Customer Experience team to prepare for product launch by ensuring they have the necessary product training, support materials, and feedback channels in place. ● Project Management: Develop and implement rigorous project management frameworks to ensure product development and procurement activities are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Lead cross-functional teams in setting clear project timelines, goals, and milestones for each phase of product development to ensure accountability and promote transparency throughout the product life cycle. Evaluate project performance post-launch to identify areas of improvement, enabling continuous process optimization for future product initiatives.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
  • 10+ years of experience in product development, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably within an e-commerce/DTC environment.
  • Strong experience working with contract manufacturing companies.
  • Strong project management skills, with a track record of leading product development and go-to-market strategies from inception to launch.
  • Experience managing vendor relationships and driving vendor diversification initiatives.
  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on financial stewardship and budget management.
  • Self-motivated, self-lead, strategic thinker with a high level of business acumen.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and influence decision-making at all levels.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with minimal structure.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for driving operational efficiency.
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
• Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
• Travel Type: Must live within daily commutable distance
• Assignment Type: Direct Hire with Client
• Assignment Timeframe:
• Potential to full time: Yes

Interim Controller (0207691)

• General Description/Background: This is a private equity backed company going through a couple of acquisitions and their Controller just gave notice.
• Experience/Skills Required:
  • Must have M&A experience
  • Manufacturing and/or cost accounting experience
  • Strong technical accounting skills
• Experience/Skills Preferred:
  • This is onsite role, preferably with availability 5 days a week. Please submit interest if you have less and let us know what your availability is.
  • Need/start is immediate.
• Location: Providence, RI
• Travel Type: Must live within daily commutable distance
• Assignment Type: Interim - Full-Time
• Assignment Timeframe: 3-4 months
• Potential to full time: Yes