We deliver transformational leaders for high-growth companies and provide the insight companies need to make the right decisions about whom to hire to improve the performance of their most important leadership teams.Retained executive search is the primary offering by The Loring Group sourcing leadership candidates for our clients. Each search is conducted in its entirety by a senior partner and supported by our in-house research team.We also provide a project-based executive search that is similar to retained, but for multiple individual-contributor and management roles when your Talent Acquisition team needs additional help. Each project is led by a senior partner and supported by our in-house research team.Marie serves as the Head of Finance and Operations, responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and managing administration and coordination of all operational activities, including candidate development, project management, and managing all aspects of search execution. She is a Certified Research Associate (CRA) by the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), has completed the Human Resources Professional Certificate Program at the University of Nevada Reno, and is an active member of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM).  Prior to The Loring Group Prior she led research and candidate development at Stanton Chase, a global Top 10 firm, and has over 25 years of experience in Human Resources and Administration Management. She began her career in Financial Service spending 10 years in comprehensive benefit and asset strategies, sales support and managed the Life Insurance department of a large regional provider. Marie is actively involved in the local community donating her time and talents to several non-profit organizations.

Stanton Chase is ranked within the top 10 global retained executive search firms. With proven expertise in key sectors of the global economy, it has 9 specialist practice groups that operate as international teams. Stanton Chase is owned by its partners who take individual responsibility for delivering outstanding quality for each assignment. Stanton Chase is a member of the Association of Executive Search Consultants. Served as a Senior Research Associate in the San Francisco office. Supported the office with Candidate Research and manage all aspects of the retained recruiting search process including project management, candidate development, interviewing, referencing, and client relations. Has over 25 years of experience as a Human Resource Manager and Sales Support professional.

-Managed general business services including, hiring, onboarding, training, salary, benefits administration, workers’ compensation, and unemployment claims. -Provided support to management with recruitment strategies and processes, including direct support for management and specialty positions.-Moved to a new benefits broker increasing satisfaction and streamlining enrollment from paper-based to online.-Provided advice and support to management on employee relations and employment law issues. -Responsible for authorizing policies in support of the company’s vision and goals including the employee handbook. -Supervised the work of office and administrative employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.-Oversaw company relocation, implemented and managed company network and phone system, liaised with management, and all company vendors.-Provided timely, accurate, and effective managerial support for the office to operate smoothly. -Sourced vendors to procure various items including office supplies, servers, PC’s, PBX, cell phones, printers, copiers, operations equipment, operations/company vehicles, office furniture, and Company housing and travel arrangements. -Increased employee productivity by over 20% by modifying and automating processes.-Provided assistance to sales teams and acted as a liaison between sales representatives and internal departments.-Responsible for the assistance of an increase in sales from $4 million to $10 million in 12 months-Attended trade shows, greeted customers, and captured leads by identifying clients’ needs and communicating data to sales representatives. -Directly worked with the President of the company to ensure the overall stability of the Sales Department.-Provided support in submitting contract specific requirements to clients, insurance & bonding requirements, contract forms, subcontract agreements, lien releases, and work orders.

Handled multifaceted clerical and sales tasks as the assistant to inside and outside international sales staff. Assisted Administration Manager in special projects, as well as, day to day needs. Created office enhancements and new processes.

Introduced new guests to the Total Rewards Program and current promotions. Assisted existing members with questions, comps, and promotions.

Worked with commercial insurance companies to ensure patients medical claims were processed in an accurate and timely manner. Provided excellent customer service to patients and insurers to obtain necessary information. Also worked on special projects such as appealing denied claims with a very high success rate.

Prepared sales materials and created sales presentations designed to bring in corporate clients to my employer. Supervised and directed activities of staff in the daily operations of the life insurance department.