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About the Founder

Tim Stafford

Owner, Strategic Advisor, Coach

Tim Stafford is a versatile and highly accomplished Principal Technical Recruiter and strategic advisor with an exceptional track record in recruiting and executive coaching. With over two decades of talent acquisition experience, Tim has consistently demonstrated an unparalleled proficiency in identifying and securing top-tier technical talent for executive roles across diverse industries.

As a strategic partner to both startups and Fortune 500 companies (including Google, Apple, LinkedIn and Intuit), Tim specializes in executive search in technology and finance with a keen focus on roles such as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Information Officer (CIO), senior security roles, storage, cloud, product management, big data/integration, mobile, networking and other niches to include sales, IT and people operations. His extensive experience extends to recruiting within cutting-edge fields, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, distributed systems, cybersecurity, Web3, blockchain, biotech, hedge fund, and cryptocurrency.

Tim is recognized not only for his tangible results in placing top executives but also for his commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the technology leadership landscape. His advocacy for equity in hiring is reflected in his strategic implementation of inclusive search practices and his ability to source candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. Armed with a proven track record, an extensive network, and a passion for delivering unparalleled results, Tim brings a disciplined and dedicated approach to talent acquisition.

Tim has a Master’s degree from Golden Gate University as well as coursework for a doctorate in non-profits, a bachelor in management from the University of Oregon and is a US Army veteran with combat experience in Desert Storm.

Outside of work, Tim enjoys spending time with his family and friends, traveling to new places, and exploring a vibrant food culture through cooking. Tim is active in his community through activism with such organizations like the Psoriatic Arthritis Foundation. Tim also likes to fish, garden, play golf and poker.

Client Testimonials

  • "Tim is definitely in the top percentile of recruiters that I have worked with. I worked with TIm at Google, where he was a senior sourcer for Google's product management team, an extremely difficult client to support that provides a vital and strategic business role for Google. Tim's role was to find and recruit the worlds foremost leaders and top minds in business and technology, a role that he perfomed with examplary service and success.”

    Executive Talent Advisor at Moonshot Talent

  • "Working with Tim is always a pleasure; he's warm, collaborative, and dedicated to our organization's success. I'm confident he'll be a valuable asset to any team lucky to have him."

    President of Product Development at Cornell

  • “Tim was a great representative for Jive, during my recruitment process. He provided great insight into the company and the culture. He ensured I was always engaged and informed during the entire selection process. Tim is an excellent advocate for an organization and a very experienced recruiter that can help deliver the best talent.”

    Vice President of Product at Procure Technologies

  • “Tim is not only a very solid technical recruiter, but showed his wide range of recruiting knowledge and expertise, in identifying qualified candidates for finance and accounting opportunities also. Tim helped solidify my team with talented, experienced, and well rounded individuals by fully understanding the needs and requirements of our specific area. I would highly recommend Tim, and hope to work with him in the future.”

    Global Operations at Dell

  • "I worked along side Tim at RGA in the software recruiting division. He opened up new client accounts in which others in our group tried to open up, but could not. Clients, candidates, and team members all enjoy working with Tim. His is a hard worker, smart recruiter and a team player.

    Senior Engineer at Autodesk

  • "Tim and I have worked together as recruiting colleagues at 2 companies where the hiring bar is extremely high. He has always met the challenge with a high degree of enthusiasm. I have always been impressed by his ability to build great relationships and produce excellent hires. "

    Executive Recruiting Consultant at Vungle

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