Gali Halevi PhD

Chief Library Director, Levy Library at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

“The process of looking for and finding a new job is a stressful, sometimes even nerve wrecking process. Working with Alexa was one of the most positive experiences I had. Finding the perfect job for me and connecting me with the hiring company, setting up meetings and conversations while coordinating busy schedules were some of the things she managed to do quickly and efficiently. With her collected, calm and professional manner she managed to get me through all the stages of the process feeling valued and supported. She followed through with the hiring company and kept in touch with me every step of the way which made me feel confident and reassured. My new job which is perfect for me and exactly where I wanted to be was possible thanks to Alexa’s deep understanding of my professional background attention to details and endless support. Thank you!”

Sarah Morgan

Marketing Manager, Callisto Media

“It was a pleasure to work with Steve for my recent job placement! He was efficient, communicative and personable, and worked hard to make the process as smooth as possible. He has a knack for connecting each candidate and company with their ideal match.”

Beth Campbell

Acquisitions Editor

“Shelly contacted me for an opportunity I would not have known about otherwise, and I am grateful that she did, because it has turned out to be a perfect fit. She has a solid understanding of the publishing industry, an extensive network, and a great track record. I appreciated that Shelly communicated clearly and frequently, was well informed about the position, and managed to represent both parties fairly and professionally. It was a pleasure working with her!”

Janice T. Radak

Managing Editor – Domestic/Emergency Cardiovascular Care and CPR at American Heart Association

“As a job seeker, I can highly recommend Shelly for work in the publishing space. While she found me through Linked In, she didn’t stop there. She made sure I understood the nuance of the position in play and that I was truly qualified. I appreciated her thoroughness, patience and sense of humor as she allowed the process to unfold in its own organic way. Taking her calls was always productive. Should I ever need a recruiter, I would not hesitate to turn to her.”

Andrea Kesterke

Director of Sales at Schlager Group / Milestone Documents| Marketing | Ed Tech | Sales Strategy

“Shelly was a wonderful recruiter and followed through on every promise or suggestion she made quickly and efficiently. She consulted with me during the entire interview process and never left me wondering where we were going next. I would love to work with her again in the future.”

Dominic Moruzzi

Exactly the service one needs when trying to navigate through the complex job market. He’s a pleasure to work with, knowledgeable and has great follow up skills. Certainly someone you want to partner with!

Stacy Tapper

Marketing Professional

“Alexa was one of the best recruiters that I have encountered. Her follow up and ability to provide additional information were very beneficial. She also was available via instant message which made connecting very easy and answers were quick. It is fabulous working with someone that is personable, positive, and willing to go the extra mile for her clients. She is an invaluable resource when searching for a new career.”

Virgette Mazzola

I would recommend Steve to any publishing industry professionals seeking a new opportunity in the industry. Not only is he personable, he is extremely knowledgeable and knows they key players!

Ed Yamada

VP of Sales at Everbind Books

“Shelly has done an excellent job of finding suitable recruits for Casio America. She is very knowledgeable of the players in the marketplace, is very prompt and meets deadlines, and does excellent follow up. She, and her company, Personnel Associates, are highly recommended.”

Michael Quick

Sr. Financial Retail Trade Manager, Scholastic

“Steve Ganz contacted me in April 2010 in regards to an open position in the Publishing industry. At first I was hesitant but Steve was persistent. He stated this was a new opportunity that would be a wonderful position for me. I went thru the interview process and landed an outstanding position with Scholastic as a Senior Financial Retail Trade Manager in May 2010. During the whole process Steve was professional, knowledgeable and trustworthy. During the interview process Steve was available for any questions or concerns and always presented me with timely, accurate information during the interview process. I would work with Steve again and would highly recommend Steve and the services that he provides!!”

Bill Stephenson

Sales Representative at EPS Literacy and Intervention

“Alexa is a very professional and effective recruiter who is a pleasure to work with and was a delight from the first call. She was helpful in her questioning skills to make sure I was the right fit for the position and made sure I understood what the expectations were for the position. I am happy to recommend her to anyone who is looking for an awesome resource in the educational software sales field.”

Lana Gent

Director of Science, American Heart Association

“Steve recruited me for a wonderful position at the American Heart Assocation. I think his best attribute was being able to recognize that I posses important transferable skills that, at first glance, might not be an obvious match for the position. In the end, though, I think he made a great match for me and he was professional, timely, and knowledgeable every step of the way. I very much appreciate the work he did to get me into this position and I give highest recommendation for his work.”

John Mackey

Business Operations Manager at Ginter & Assoociates – Keller Williams

“I worked with Shelly when I was in the middle of a job search in 2010-2011 and she was an invaluable resource for me in looking at career opportunities that were a good fit with my publishing, language and sales skills. Throughout the entire process, she was a trusted adviser and a great coach.”

Jennifer Denton

Director of Editorial Production, American Heart Assn

“I received calls from many recruiters during my job search, but none of them understood my industry like Steve did. Steve matched me with an excellent medical publishing opportunity in a city where medical publishing is virtually nonexistent, and he followed up diligently and professionally to close the deal.”

Farah Farooqi

Editor, Wireless Generation

“Steve Ganz and Shelly Ray from Personnel Associates, Inc. are a superb set of forces to be reckoned with! Professional, reliable, enthusiastic, and accommodating—they study and understand your skill set, knowing exactly how to market your strong suits and advertise your expertise to the optimal level. Their brainwork helps match you up with prospective companies, promising careers, and positive positions in which both client and talent leave with lucrative results. Deep dedication, patience, excellent communication, astute public relations etiquette, extensive experience and continued guidance set Steve Ganz and his amazing team apart from all the others. Whether you are an employer or a person searching for a new canvas on which to spread your creative colors, I highly recommend Personnel Associates as a viable stepping stone towards professional growth and success.”