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Nationwide executive recruitment

A Search Partner for
Essential Industries

Our clients don’t come to us for “more resumes.” They come when they need a partner who can defend every hire in the boardroom and in day‑to‑day results.

Banking and Financial Services

Providing financial leadership to navigate the complexities of the financial sector

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Private Equity

Connecting private equity firms with executives who drive growth and investment success.

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Healthcare

Matching healthcare leaders to roles that improve patient care and operational efficiency.

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Non-profit

Sourcing mission-driven leaders for non-profits focused on making a difference.

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Transportation & Logistics

Placing leaders who streamline operations in transportation and logistics.

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Executive Search

Providing the experience and leadership our client partners need to grow.

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Our Story

Career 1 Source was launched in 2008 to meet a clear demand: organizations in essential, complex industries needed more than job boards and transactional recruiters. They needed a search partner who understood their world and treated every hire as a performance decision, not just a filled seat.

Since then, we’ve grown into the specialist search partner for organizations in banking and financial services, private equity, healthcare, non profit, and transportation and logistics – helping leaders strengthen teams and move their businesses forward.

What has stayed constant is our way of working:

    • Sector fluency so candidates are evaluated in context, not in a vacuum
    • Business first conversations that start with what success really requires
    • Long term relationships with clients who trust us when hiring has real consequences

Today, as part of Integra Partners, every Career 1 Source search is powered by the IntegraHire℠ approach – a proven, consultative way of finding remarkable people, guided by alignment, insight, readiness, and excellence so every hire elevates your team from day one.

IntegraHire℠
The backbone of how we work

Across Career 1 Source and Ag 1 Source, every search is guided by IntegraHire℠ – our proven approach for finding remarkable people, grounded in clear alignment, insight, readiness, and excellence. We start by defining what success really requires in your organization, then use four critical pillars – culture, leadership and behavior, performance profile, and skills and experience – as a filter at every stage. The result is a search process you can trust and hires that support performance, culture, and long‑term success.

About IntegraHire℠

Why Clients Choose Us

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David – I started with this company one year ago toda...
David – I started with this company one year ago today. It’s been the best business decision I’ve ever made. Thanks for being persistent in your encouragement to join this company. There hasn’t been a single day that I’ve second guessed the decision.

Successfully Placed Career 1 Source Candidate

I wanted to pass along the compliments from everyone ab...
I wanted to pass along the compliments from everyone about the pre-work, notes and due diligence from Scott that accompany the resume. They are all very impressed with the professionalism of your agency.

Senior HR Recruiter with a Food & Beverage Company

David, I love the way you do your job. A competitor of...
David, I love the way you do your job. A competitor of yours called me yesterday and I told them there is an incredibly high bar we are accustomed to.

Insurance Client

Working with Scott and Career 1 Source is a completely ...
Working with Scott and Career 1 Source is a completely different experience than other recruiters—they are truly invested in our organization’s success, prioritize cultural fit, and go beyond placement to help us grow as a company. Their process saves us time and produces long-term results. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for more than just a transactional recruiting firm.

Ryan Wedel | Landmark National Bank

“The process with the job characteristics and ancilla...
“The process with the job characteristics and ancillary information was seamless. The process was really a facilitation and seeking of mutual fit.”

Marc F., A Successfully Placed Candidate

David – Thank you for keeping me in mind after our fi...
David – Thank you for keeping me in mind after our first conversation. It was fantastic working with you. I’ve been waiting to write you until my first day. And I’m so excited to say today was my first day! It was fantastic! I’m looking forward to a long career with this company. This position couldn’t be a better fit. And future opportunities with this company couldn’t be more exciting.

Thankful Candidate

"David provided accurate and helpful information about ...
"David provided accurate and helpful information about the company and position. David communicated with me by email, phone and text and ensured I have accurate and timely information. David was able to secure additional compensation above my original ask. David was extremely professional and just overall assisted in a smooth recruiting process."

Mirra S.

David is an absolute pleasure to work with. He exudes ...
David is an absolute pleasure to work with. He exudes professionalism, persistence, and integrity. I’ve enjoyed working with David.

Successfully Placed Candidate, Employee Benefit Broker

Year Founded
years
Average Recruiter Tenure
+
Roles Successfully Completed
States plus Canada
with Satisfied Customers

Real Experience Yields Real Insights

Our talent experts have spent years in their specialized fields. We want to pass that deep industry knowledge onto the businesses we represent and the professionals we advocate for.

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