ExecuNet Fall 2007

ExecuNet Fall 2007 Finally the Fall rolls around again, what a great time to source and secure a new position! The job market is picking up big time. Many new positions will become available in the next few weeks. In short, the Fall and Winter 2007/2008 look good for job seekers of all levels.With the pick up in the market, networking activities should also be elevated. ExecuNet is back for another year in Toronto. We start this new season with a meeting that shouldnt be missed. Five of Canadas leading recruiters will be attending the September 26th meeting at the Toronto Board of Trade. The topic of the evening session Your Rsum From a Recruiters Viewpoint Join our panel of 5 Executive Recruiters with expertise in a wide variety of industries who will provide guidance on how to develop a partnership with them and offer insight on the optimum way to promote yourself in todays competitive environment. The Guest Recruiters.. Michael Stern, President, Michael Stern Associates Inc. Michael founded Michael Stern Associates in 1982 and has practiced management consulting and executive search for over 25 years. He has managed senior search assignments for clients in retail, consumer products, hi-tech/telecom, healthcare, manufacturing, business services and not-for-profit sectors. Michael writes for the National Post on leadership and management, is a regular contributor to Canadian Business magazine and has previously been a columnist for the Globe Mail and the Toronto Star. http://michaelstern.com Russ Buckland, Managing Partner, Bedford Consulting Group Inc. Russ founded the Bedford Group in 1988. Prior to the Bedford Group, Russ had an extensive career at the Vice-President level in Human Resources in mining, natural resources and heavy industry. He held senior management positions with Falconbridge,Abitibi-Consolidated, Ontario Hydro, Bechtel and Saint John Shipbuilding. He is currently the General Practice Leader for TranSearch Internationals Global Mining practice, Russ co-ordinates offices in all the major mining centres around the world. www.bedfordgroup.com Bruce Powell, Managing Partner, IQ Partners Inc.An advocate of smart people and humble intelligence, Bruce believes true leaders forge their own success and he derives great satisfaction helping ambitious individuals achieve their goals. IQ Partners help intelligent companies hire better, hire less and retain more at the mid to senior management level in marketing, communications, media, technology, legal and financial services. http://www.iqpartners.com Joe Zinner, Managing Director, Zinner Company Executive SearchJoe has 20 years plus senior sales and marketing experience with hi-tech companies including Rogers Wireless, ATT and Xerox. Prior to establishing Zinner Company, he was a Partner with two international executive search firms. His clients include a broad range of industries and functional areas including advanced technology, communications, utilities, multi-media and consumer products. www.zinnerandcompany.com Lisa Price, Founding Partner, Permanent Search GroupLisa is a true entrepreneur who continually provides direction for growth in this exciting and ever changing industry. She has over 20 years experience within the recruitment industry and has held senior management roles with large international firms. An innovator, Lisa forever strives to evolve the strategic recruitment model. This is reflected in the Permanent Search Groups progressive approach and culture. Lisa is a generalist practitioner, focusing on middle to senior management roles, specifically for human resources, sales, marketing and operations. www.permanentsearch.com An opportunity to network with high level retained recruiters is rare. Register now by clicking the hyperlink at the top right corner of this page or go to www.execunet.comHappy networking!