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Testimonials
Litehouse, Susan Serne Next“WilliamCharles provided us with a qualified candidate to make our selection process much easier than had we attempted the function on our own.”
Wausaukee Composites,“I’ve worked with Michele Bishop and WilliamCharles for about twelve years both as a candidate and a client. I find the service to be excellent and appreciate the level of professionalism through the entire process. She will always be one of my first calls when I need a recruiter.”
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Gordon Food Service, Jill Day, Corporate Recruiter NextThere’s a remarkable difference in working with WilliamCharles Search Group over any other agency. While they were searching for the very best candidates they actually became involved in our company as part of our hiring team of professionals. It is because of the level of commitment and thorough understanding of both our needs and those of each candidate that we have made WilliamCharles one of our elite, preferred vendors of choice.
Bouma Corporation,“This was the first time we had utilized the services of WilliamCharles. Outcome is that we are pleased and look forward to do business again should the need arise. The staff at WilliamCharles is very knowledgeable in their recruiting efforts in making sure they satisfy the needs of their clients. They ask: probe for the right questions to obtain the right candidates.”
Elizabeth King Next
Strategic Administrative & Reimbursement Services, LLC, Keli Baris Next“Michele Bishop of WilliamCharles was a pleasure to work with on a recent Chief Operating Officer search. She listened to our needs and was professional and friendly. Her expertise really showed and we are very pleased with the results.”
Town & Country Cedar Home,“Your assistance was a tremendous help. Finding the ‘right’ teammate is a daunting task. Your efforts freed up precious time from my stand point. The resumes and brief descriptions made the interview selection easy. I also felt the time you took to get to know our company and myself will only increase the odds of this new executive manager working out. Thank you so much! Keep doing what you’re doing!”
Stephanie Baldwin, President Next
Western Michigan Group LLC“Great Job! The first step in the process was the most important. Your specialists listened to the needs we were trying to fill, and then presented candidates with the qualifications to meet those needs.”
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Legacy Trust, Bill Walker, President & Chief Executive Officer Next“Our search for a Chief Investment Officer was the first engagement of a professional recruiter in our eight year history. We knew the position was critical to our future business growth and that it required experienced professionals to lead the recruiting process. Without hesitation, we turned to WilliamCharles. They understood our business culture and knew how to extract from us the characteristics of our ideal candidate.
Right Management, Chris Ardin,“Prior to WilliamCharles presenting any candidates, they took the time to understand the business we are in and our culture. They actually helped us determine what we valued and needed in potential candidates instead of wanting to ‘make a sale.’ They wanted to partner with us and our hiring process. They are top-notch!”
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Jackson National Life,“Michele Bishop provided outstanding customer service. She is customer focused and delivers quality candidates.”
Donna Douglas Next
Option1Credit Union Next“Michele was a pleasure to work with. She really made this process simple and efficient and we got a great new employee thanks to her efforts!”
Progressive AE, Jim Fox,“After conducting a search for our CIO position, we received a great amount of qualified people. After screening resumes and completing the interview process, we did not feel comfortable with any of the candidates we met. We decided to look at a candidate from WilliamCharles. They presented an outstanding candidate for the position and we hired him immediately. We are excited about the impact he is already making on our organization.”
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Infinex Financial Group, Kristine Somerville,“We were extremely pleased with the level of candidates we met with that WilliamCharles presented to us. They were well prepared for the interview and were all of excellent caliber. We had been searching in the market unsuccessfully for eight months and, within a month of engaging WilliamCharles, we made what we feel is an excellent hire. We will use them again if at all possible.”
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Citizens Bank, Jasper Howell Next“We are very happy with the service they provided to us. Excellent service was provided to us. We strongly recommend WilliamCharles as an Executive Recruiter.
“Keep up the great work when we call you for assistance. WilliamCharles has proven to be a leader in the Executive Recruiting Field.”
RoMan Manufacturing, Inc, Robert W. Roth,“WilliamCharles provided professional resources and invaluable guidance as we worked to fill the high profile President/CEO position of our not-for profit organization. As a volunteer Board of Directors and Search Committee, considering the confidentiality that must be maintained, managing the search process internally would not have been practical. WilliamCharles helped us to define the candidate criteria, worked with our staff so that we understood the operational culture of our organization, and prequalified the candidates that we considered. “
President 2004 Board Chair,
Area Chamber of Commerce Next
Two Men and a Truck,“Two Men and a Truck has engaged WilliamCharles on 4 top level searches, CFO, CIO, V.P. of Human Resources and V.P. of Marketing. “We used you four times and you hit home runs every time. We will use you again.”
Brig Sorber, President Next
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce,“WilliamCharles provided professional resources and invaluable guidance as we worked to fill the high profile President/CEO position of our not-for profit organization. As a volunteer Board of Directors and Search Committee, considering the confidentiality that must be maintained, managing the search process internally would not have been practical. WilliamCharles helped us to define the candidate criteria, worked with our staff so that we understood the operational culture of our organization, and prequalified the candidates that we considered. Most importantly they helped us select the best candidate and worked within an aggressive time schedule.”
Robert W. Roth (Board Chair) Next
Byron Center State Bank, Bob Deppe,“The board of directors of Byron Center State Bank was very pleased with WilliamCharles Executive Search. They are highly professional to work with and were very prompt in meeting our need to find a new CEO. The result of our search was a great success. I highly recommend WilliamCharles Executive Search.”
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Ranir, Duff Lewis Next“Michele took the initiative to contact me with a strong CPG Marketing candidate at a time when I was coincidentally looking for one. She did a great job presenting the candidates, setting up interviews and conducting background checks on a timely basis. I would certainly work with Michele and WilliamCharles again.”


