top of page
valor white just text.png

Testimonials

Client Recommendations 

Valor Front Logo Blue
1537875115131.jpeg
John and his team at Valor Front have become a key partner to secure top critical operations leadership talent. My recommendation could not come more highly in this hyper-competitive market.

-Spencer Lecheler

SVP Operations, Stack

Valor Front Logo Outline

LinkedIn
recommendation excerpts:

John has been my go-to leadership recruitment partner for over 15 years and 20+ placements. He runs a highly effective, metrics-driven process that consistently delivers results reinforced by a performance-based pricing model I simply haven’t seen in his industry.
1708973153370.jfif

Richard Wright

COO, Aalberts

John Binkley (& his team) have proven to be one of the most effective weapons in my arsenal to win the war for talent. My recommendation could not come more strongly. 
ron.jpeg

Ron Lutwiller

CEO, Bonitz

 
I’ve known John for 25 yrs; he conducts his personal & professional life with the highest degree of integrity, character & servant leadership. My recommendation could not come more highly.
reince preibus flag.jpg

Reince Preibus

Fmr. White House Chief of Staff,

President, Michael Best Friedrich
Time 100 Most Influential People

"We recently brought on Valor Front to help us ... and they absolutely nailed it. Professional, ethical, and super-efficient. We'll definitely continue to rely on John and team to find top talent!"

Sean Holzknecht

President & Co-Founder, Colovore 

"PointOne recently has worked with John & Valor Front on several job openings, and John's team have been instrumental in helping find the right candidates and providing the market feedback to grow our workforce. I continue to look forward to the collaboration with John and his team at Valor Front."

Don Miller

VP of Construction, PointOne Data Centers 

"John Binkley leads the most effective search firm I have worked with in my 40-plus year career."

Mark Redding

CEO, Equity Visions Private Equity

"Big thank you to Valor Front, who has proven itself to be a critical strategic partner in securing top talent for Colovore. We will continue to turn to them to win the war for talent."

Jeff Springborn

CEO, Colovore

"I have worked with John and his team as both a candidate and client. John's team quickly became trusted advisors, collaborative partners and talent acquisition consultants- not just recruiters. I highly recommend John and his team for any talent project within your business."

Terry Meier

CEO, Allways Precision 

"We recently engaged Valor Front with two extremely difficult to fill executive searches. John and his team provided an incredible white-glove experience. They nailed it! They methodically followed their 50-point process and presented 5 extremely qualified candidates within two weeks. Once we identified our candidate, they armed us with a full package of materials enabling us to fast-track the offer. We filled the roles in under 45 days. My recommendation could not come more highly!"

Josh Holbrook

COO, Hilbert Communications

"Amanda and the team at Valor Front recently filled 3 highly technical, critical Data Center searches for us. Amanda and her team operated with unparalleled efficiency, excellence, and ethics, and were truly enjoyable to work with. My recommendation could not come more highly!"

Michael Fulkerson

VP, Facilities & Operations, Colovore

"Amanda and the Valor Front team have successfully led multiple executive searches for us. I highly recommend Valor Front for their exceptional ability to identify top talent and build strong relationships with both candidates and the hiring teams. Amanda's communication is clear, timely, and professional, making every step of the hiring process smooth and efficient. Any organization would benefit from working with Amanda and the Valor Front team for critical leadership hires."

Jeff Hebert

President, Genpak

"I have worked with John, for over 10 years and spanning 3 companies for a reason. He, and the teams he leads, deliver. My recommendation could not come more highly."

Lexie Solberg

Group HR Director - Data Centers, Modine

"We recently retained Valor Front to fill two extremely challenging searches. John & his team produced 5+ qualified candidates for each search within 15 days and filled both roles within 30 days. Extreme Ownership, Unwavering Integrity, Bias for Action & Excellent Work-Product define John & his Team."

Kevin Wilson

CFO, PFC

"We worked with Amanda and the Valor Front team on multiple leadership searches, and they crushed it! They got our culture, moved fast, and delivered great candidates in weeks. We moved to offer quickly—highly recommend Valor Front!"

Nick Marzorati

VP Engineering, Sentinel

"We recently engaged Valor Front for a critical executive search, and the results were nothing short of exceptional. They don't just fill a position they partner with you to ensure the right fit for your organization's unique needs and culture. Their commitment to excellence and results-driven methodology sets them apart in the executive search industry. Valor Front's approach is unparalleled."

Chris Fernandez

CEO, AAI

"John (& his team) are some of the very finest executive recruiters in the business today. He comes highly recommended by me and my entire organization."

Brian Rouse

Executive, c/o Kohler

“I have known John for over 15 years. He is hands down one of the best executive recruiters in the business.”

Jeff Spalding

Investor, Board Member; fmr. COO & CRO, Peak10/Viawest; fmr. CEO, Versiant

"Amanda and the Valor Front team have been invaluable partners on multiple executive searches – and I am pleased to recommend them to other companies looking to fill strategic roles. They have been communicative, collaborative, and diligent throughout! We will continue to partner with them on roles in the future."

Courtney Baumann

CHRO, Element Critical

"I had the pleasure of working with Amanda during my recent career transition. Throughout the process, she took the time to understand my professional goals and ensured they were thoughtfully aligned with the opportunities presented. Amanda communicated consistently, provided clear guidance, and supported me at every step, resulting in a seamless and positive experience. She is an exceptional professional, and I am genuinely grateful for the opportunity to have worked with her."

Nick Mansberger

Dir of Operations, STACK

"I have worked with several different recruiting firms over the years. John and his group provided the best service and best result of all the firms. Frankly, it’s not even close."

William Oberholtzer

Partner, Turnout Private Equity 

"I had the pleasure of working with Amanda during my most recent career transition, and she was exceptional throughout the process. From our first conversation, it was clear that she had taken the time to understand both the opportunity and the type of leadership fit her client was looking for.

 

Thanks to Amanda’s efforts, I was placed in a senior leadership role with a company whose values and operational philosophy align closely with my own. She’s an outstanding partner to work with."

James Sedoruk

Vice President of Critical Operations, STACK

"John has worked on numerous roles for me and has always found the right few people to present to my company to fill critical roles. In every opportunity, he has done a great job and met my every expectation while making the process for me so much easier. John is a tremendous business partner and friend."

Dan Key

COO, Solenis

"John is the best recruiter I've worked with. In working with him across multiple companies, he consistently delivers excellent candidates quickly.”

Jordan Thiede

Executive, Starbucks;

fmr. Executive w/ Kohler &  Amazon

“John takes a very effective consultative and strategic advisory role and is consistent in identifying top talent and securing quality placements. John brings a high level of integrity, professionalism, excellence, and accountability. He is ethical, straight-forward, diligent, and conscientious. John is nothing short of amazing; he is a valued well-respected executive recruiter and I am fortunate to partner with his expertise.”

Rose McPhee

HR Executive, c/o Kohler 

"John sets himself apart from others in his industry… because he truly cares… he put the needs of his clients and candidates before his own… That’s true servant leadership."

David Brugh

President, Meridian Bird Removal

"Having worked with many recruiters throughout my career, I can confidently say that John and his team are the best I have ever had the privilege of collaborating with. His commitment to excellence and passion for connecting the right talent with the right opportunities are unmatched. If you are looking for a partner who will go above and beyond to deliver outstanding results, I wholeheartedly recommend John and his team."

Mandi Higley

CHRO, Tri-Tool

"John is one of a kind and would be an impactful resource to anyone working with him. My encounter with John has been an enormous blessing. He is a great mentor, an accomplished leader, a natural connector, and a genuine and sincere person. I would highly recommend working with John. You get the very best of many worlds."

William Ward

CEO, Flexie

bottom of page