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Testimonials

Client Recommendations 

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John Binkley has 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 Lutwiller

CEO, Bonitz

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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.
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Richard Wright

COO, Aalberts

 
John is one of the very finest executive recruiters in the business today. He comes highly recommended by me and my entire organization.
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Brian Rouse

Executive, c/o Kohler

 
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.
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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 

"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

"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

"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 recently turned to Valor Front to fill a highly technical leadership role. They conducted a national search, and we were at the offer stage in 14 days! Valor Front’s service, commitment, quality, and delivery are unparalleled. They have quickly become my go-to recruitment partner."

Michael Fulkerson

Director Facilities & Operations ,Colovore

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

Mark Redding

President, Equity Visions

“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

"John has led numerous searches for portfolio companies of High Street Capital. He is at the top of our list of professionals to recruit for us, and in fact we turned to him and his firm (CRG) for the successful search for a new Principal with our firm. High integrity, professionalism and great service at reasonable costs have been the hallmarks of our relationship with John. Could not recommend him more highly."

Dick McClain

Senior Partner, High Street Capital

“I recommend John for your business needs. Immediate response to your requests, follow-through on commitments, a thorough understanding of your business as well as your culture and in turn provide qualified candidates with high-producing track records to enable you to hit your talent acquisition goals.”

Jen Mayenschein

HR Executive, Airgas

“I have worked with John since 1999 and used his services at three different companies. John provides excellent candidates, always offering the best of the best. He takes time to understand my business, culture and needs, and I couldn’t recommend John more!”

Brian Fielkow

Serial Entrepreneur; fmr. CEO, Jetco;

Board Member, The GTI Group

"John Binkley is my go-to executive recruiter. His commitment to conducting business with the highest degree of servant leadership, integrity, expertise, empathy, and excellence is unparalleled."

Rudy Alexander

President, Breadware

"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

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