Candidate Services

I have worked with a significant number of recruiters over the years both as a candidate and hiring manager. Gena is my “go to” recruiter now. She actually spends time getting to know the hiring manager, I mean truly getting to know them, and presents a slate of candidates that fit the experience required and will fit with the company culture.

[As new Senior EVP of Sales at Lifeway] I first partnered with Gena in finding a seasoned sales leader in food service, an area where she has personal experience. During the first search, I knew I had found my partner in the full team restructuring. Gena’s network is extensive. It’s clear to me she builds strong relationships. What I found both remarkable and invaluable was Gena’s ability to quickly grasp the competencies I was seeking, thoroughly screen candidates and connect me with top quality talent. Within 6 months, I have fully restructured my sales organization & more than doubled the size of the team.

Gena is a consummate professional who really understands the CPG industry and does a thorough job of gaining an understanding of the organization and the culture before narrowing down a slate of candidates that match our expectations. Her presentation of candidates is flawless and she is a passionate advocate for her candidates throughout the process. Unlike many third party recruiters, Gena maintains relationships with the candidates she places and serves as a support during their assimilation to the organization

Gena from the KAGE Group is an exceptional recruiter, and she co-runs a top notch organization. I have worked with Gena for a period of over 10 years—she has recruited people for my team across multiple roles, and has also helped a number of my colleagues in need. Gena is truly unique in my opinion—she really takes the time to get to know her employer client needs, and is also a great asset to the people she recruits.