Never underestimate the power of an enthusiastic partner.

Looking for a highly specialized candidate? A professional with a unique skill set? At Purple Squirrel Advisors, we specialize in customized recruiting in the accounting, finance, human resources, sales, marketing and operational functions. We genuinely welcome the challenge of assisting in unique and critical job placement opportunities. We help business owners find personnel solutions to meet growth and succession planning objectives.

Our client portfolio includes start-up entrepreneurial ventures, family-owned businesses and middle-market companies. We work with businesses in a wide array of industries including: manufacturing, automotive, financial services, professional services, distribution, healthcare, food processing and consumer goods. We also have direct experience working with private equity firm leadership and their portfolio company management teams, both pre- and post-acquisition. We understand the different investment objectives of PE firms and the unique skill set required to succeed in those environments.

Our hands-on, consultative approach throughout the entire recruiting process, from the initial scoping meeting to the onboarding process, results in matches that exceed expectations from both the client and candidate perspective.

Our Focus

We place Management, Executive & C-Level roles in:

Purple Squirrel Focus Areas
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Kind Words From Our Happy Clients…

 
Testimonals

“Recruiting in today’s environment can be challenging. An especially difficult component is navigating the candidate pool. There are plenty of job seekers but few that can function in the private equity environment. Purple Squirrel has brought a higher level of talent to the offer stage. A key contributor has been their familiarity with the needs in acquisition companies. They have taken the time to evaluate the existing team members so that they can better recommend additions to our culture. It has helped move our selection process along quicker and with higher results and successful offers. They have become our recruiter of choice.”

— Joseph Stephens, CEO of Motor City Industrial

“Carrie and her team really understood the kind of financial person our company needed.  She delivered someone who will benefit us now and for years to come.  The process was so fast and her team was available to answer questions throughout the whole process.  Using her company saved me a week of time sorting through resumes.  I would utilize them again.”

- Brad McCloskey - President/CEO of University Compounding Pharmacy

“The Purple Squirrel staff takes the time to get to know the candidates.  They were more focused on finding the right position for me versus just trying to fill a position and earn a commission.”

- Bob Solomon, Candidate

“I like the personalized approach that was evident from the start with Purple Squirrel. It was refreshing to work with a group that seemed to have both mine and the perspective employers best interest in mind, instead of trying to just fill a position quickly. I never felt ‘lost’ in the candidate pool, I appreciated that they respected my time and I didn’t have to reiterate what I was looking for.”

- Stephanie Andrews, Candidate

“We engaged Carrie from Purple Squirrel to help us with the search for our CFO. I was intrigued by the difference between what they do vs. a traditional recruiting firm. Because we are a closely held, third generation family business, the attention to insuring a long-term team member that not only fit but also complemented our culture was extremely important. They worked in conjunction with our HR Manager and our team like they were long-term employees. Amy and Carrie exceeded our expectations and treated us like we were their only client during the process. We are extremely satisfied and would recommend Purple Squirrel to anyone.”

- Matthew Cramer, President at Dee Cramer

“As a candidate looking for a specific role in a particular industry, I wanted to find a partner that would put the same amount of time and effort into the search as I was putting into it. Purple Squirrel Advisors not only helped me gain access to prospects I would not have found on my own, but also knew an extensive amount about the business they were proposing to me that it helped me realize this opportunity was the perfect fit. I am extremely impressed with how easy the entire process was and will recommend Purple Squirrel Advisors to anyone looking for their own distinct, perfect career match.”

- Gary Newbold, Candidate

 

highlighted placements

  • Chief Financial Officer - Manufacturing
    Battle Creek, Michigan

  • Chief Financial Officer - Construction
    Detroit Area, Michigan

  • Chief Financial Officer - Manufacturing
    Plymouth, Michigan

  • Chief Operating Officer - Automotive
    Detroit Area, Michigan

  • Corporate Controller - Healthcare Tampa, Florida

  • Chief Executive Officer - Healthcare
    Detroit Area, Michigan

  • Chief Financial Officer - Distribution Detroit Area, Michigan

  • Chief Operating Officer Manufacturing - Orion, Michigan

  • Vice President of Marketing Packaging - Niles, Illinois

  • Vice President of Marketing Specialty Vehicles - Granger, Indiana