David F. Brown & Associates, Inc. - Unearth Talent That Lasts

Unearth Talent That Lasts

Facts to Know

We are a boutique search firm that specializes in uncovering talent with a proven process

Our Signature Search Process is our systematic approach to talent identification that has worked consistently for our client companies. This process helps you hire the people you need (or seek) and in the process, help you avoid negligent hire issues. Lastly, it increases the likelihood of the long-service hire we are dedicated to finding.

Step 1 - Management Review

Before we begin the search process, we capture the best-fit requirements, familiarize ourselves with your firm and industry, conduct comprehensive interviews in your offices with key management staff, define the target position, assess the organizational culture, and evaluate the relationship elements of management and peers.

Step 2 - Candidate Profile

We create a written candidate profile of the ideal candidate including basic function, relationships, responsibilities and authority. We work with you to approve this profile and leverage these specifications to describe the position to prospective candidates.

Step 3 - Candidate Identification

We do not solicit and file resumes from job seekers who may contact us from time to time looking for a new position. We proactively search for candidates only after our client company initiates a search and the position specifications and candidate profile are completed.

We conduct a targeted search based on your requirements to identify a pool of prospective candidates and personally screen all candidates before you meet any of them. We know your time is valuable, so we present only those applicants with the qualifications you are seeking.

Step 4 - Candidate Evaluation

We spend a minimum of 4 hours with each candidate before they are ready to be presented, including a 2 hour phone interview followed by at least 2 hours of face-to-face competency interviewing. An executive summary or complete assessment of these interviews can be provided.
Our goal is to source, interview and present qualified candidates within 45 days. During this period, we typically present formal profiles of three to four candidates, and meet with you to review search progress. Interviews are then scheduled with the selected candidates with your interviewers.

Each warrior is unique and even in effigy, provides protection for the fallen emperor. Horses, armor and other equipment were also unearthed in the mid-1970's. Like the warriors, each industry, client and candidate has unique qualities. We translate the unique attributes of culture, position and profile to unearth the best talent and protect the interests of our clients.

Step 5 - References and Background

It is critical to run background and reference checks on finalists for every position. We pursue detailed professional and personal assessments by former superiors, peers, subordinates and other associates. We also completely verify work history, education and other work related measures. However we do not make any inquiries which would jeopardize an individual’s current employment. We also follow the standards outlined in the Fair Credit Reporting Act as it impacts hiring decisions in the United States.

Step 6 - Offer and Acceptance

On offering a position, we are available to assist with the offer agreement and negotiate within your guidelines. On acceptance of the offer, we remain in close contact with you and the candidate during the resignation phase and during relocation, if applicable.

Step 7 - Follow-up

Our Signature Search Process does not end with offer acceptance. We remain in contact with you and the newly hired executive to help identify and solve any issues that may arise. We will often visit with the new hire early in the orientation phase and then follow up by phone and mail as the executive settles into their new work environment. This involvement allows us to advise you on how well the new person is adjusting.