May 28, 2020

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Efton Hall, Senior Vice President of Healthcare at Berkeley Search Consultants, Featured in Elite Healthcare

By: Mark McGraw

The coronavirus pandemic could shake even the most veteran healthcare professionals, leading some to seek a career change. Experts offer tips on how to offset employee turnover by keeping providers at your facility onboard and engaged.

Employee turnover is expensive.

You know this. But have you thought about how much it costs the typical healthcare facility in actual dollars and cents?

Efton Hall, senior vice president of healthcare, life sciences and the public sector at Berkeley Search Consultants, advises promoting employee development plans that include succession planning and growth opportunities. Hall also suggests increasing communication and leadership visibility during difficult times, like right now.

Read full article here: https://www.elitecme.com/resource-center/health-systems-management/combating-employee-turnover-in-the-worst-of-times/


About Berkeley Search Consultants:

Berkeley Search Consultants is a full-service executive search and placement firm that has been collaborating with clients since 1989. Our history includes thousands of completed search assignments, working with companies across expertise, including Consumer Packaged Goods, Technology, Healthcare, Life Science & Public Sector, and Banking & Financial Services.

For more Information: www.berkeleysearch.com For inquires: (510) 486-8100

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March 31, 2020

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Berkeley Search Consultants welcomes Scott Wiederhold to the Consumer Packaged Goods Practice

Scott Wiederhold joins Berkeley Search Consultants as Director of Client Development for the Consumer Packaged Goods practice.  Scott brings a wealth of experience in sales and marketing from his 15 years with Southern Glazer Wine and Spirits.

While at Southern Wine and Spirits, Scott excelled at developing and building long-lasting relationships, actively searching for products to increase clients’ bottom line, and showing consistency over time. After a decade and a half of sales success, he has proven that he is someone who gets the job done. President Mark Howard says, “We are thrilled to add an individual with Scott’s caliber to our firm.  His experience in consumer packaged goods and demonstrated ability to achieve results has brought an immediate impact to our clients and candidates.”

At Berkeley Search Consultants, we thrive on developing long term relationships with our clients and candidates. We believe the skill Scott has shown in this area will be a great asset for our team.  We are excited to see all that Scott accomplishes in his new career and position with Berkeley Search Consultants.


About Berkeley Search Consultants:

Berkeley Search Consultants is a full-service executive search and placement firm that has been collaborating with clients since 1989. Our history includes thousands of completed search assignments, working with companies across expertise, including Consumer Packaged Goods, Technology, Healthcare, Life Science & Public Sector, and Banking & Financial Services.

For more Information: www.berkeleysearch.com For inquires: (510) 486-8100

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February 18, 2020
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Berkeley Search Consultants Announces Jean Spear as Vice President, Consumer Packaged Goods Practice

The announcement comes as a result of Jean Spear’s promotion from Senior Director, Consumer Packaged Goods Practice to Vice President, Consumer Packaged Goods Practice. “This promotion for Jean marks a significant milestone in her leadership of the Consumer Packaged Goods Practice for Berkeley Search Consultants. Jean is an amazing and talented search professional who has consistently delivered results for our clients. Her dedication to our firm, her team and most importantly her clients is unmatched,” says Mark Howard, President & CEO of Berkeley Search Consultants.

Jean Spear transitioned her successful recruiting career to Berkeley Search Consultants (BSC) in 2016 as a Project Recruiter for the Consumer Packaged Goods Team. Prior to working with the firm, Jean started her professional career with an aerial mapping company as a data analyst, but quickly found a passion in the operation side of the business working with companies like Google and Cirque du Soleil. In 2018, Jean took over leadership of BSC’s Consumer Packaged Goods Practice.

Jean was a natural fit with her passion for natural foods and mission-driven companies. Jean leverages her industry relationships to connect top talent with high growth, emerging companies. She has expanded and defined the practice by becoming a plant-based food industry expert. Jean and her team take great pride in the companies they partner with and have supported. As a result, Jean’s expansion of our client base in the Consumer Packaged Goods Practice makes her well-suited for the role of Vice President.


About Berkeley Search Consultants:

Berkeley Search Consultants is a full-service executive search and placement firm that has been collaborating with clients since 1989. Our history includes thousands of completed search assignments, working with companies across various industries, including Banking & Financial Services, Consumer Packaged Goods, Technology and Healthcare, Life Science & Public Sector.

For more Information: www.berkeleysearch.com For inquires: (510) 486-8100

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February 2, 2020
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Berkeley Search Consultants Congratulates Efton Hall, Jr As Our New Senior Vice President

Efton Hall, Jr. has been promoted from Vice President, Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice to Senior Vice President, Healthcare, Life Sciences & Public Sector Practice.

“With over 20 years of commitment to the search industry and specifically to our firm, Efton has earned a well-deserved promotion to SVP of the Healthcare, Life Sciences & Public Sector Practice. His successful prior hospital administration experience coupled with his dedication to the mastery of executive search has consistently delivered superior results for our clients,” says Mark Howard, President & CEO of Berkeley Search Consultants.

Following his previous role as Vice President, Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice, Efton Hall, Jr. builds on his personal track record of success by expanding the firm’s focus to include an increased emphasis on the public sector search. As Senior Vice President, Healthcare, Life Science & Public Sector Practice, Efton manages client engagements, as well as mid-to-senior level executive searches in all three verticals.

Efton initially joined Berkeley Search Consultants (BSC) in 1992 and invested two decades of his professional career with the company. After establishing a very successful healthcare executive search practice, he was recruited back into the healthcare industry in 2002 to be a Hospital Administrator, In-Patient and Acute Care Services at Alameda County Medical Center. He later served as Interim CEO for the organization. Efton went on to serve as Chief Operating Officer for Kaiser Medical Center – Hayward before returning to BSC. The time back in the field has allowed Efton to enrich his industry knowledge which greatly benefits the clients he serves.

Efton’s prior experience as a hospital and health system executive, as well as his experience in the public sector, distinguishes him amongst search consultants with similar specialties.

As he commences his third decade in search, Efton will expand the public sector practice for BSC while he continues to provide leadership for the healthcare and life sciences practice. Building on his personal track record in both the private and the public sectors, BSC will be able to develop dedicated teams that will continue to provide unparalleled search results for every client.


About Berkeley Search Consultants:

Berkeley Search Consultants is a full-service executive search and placement firm that has been collaborating with clients since 1989. Our history includes thousands of completed search assignments, working with companies across various industries, including Banking & Financial Services, Consumer Packaged Goods, Technology and Healthcare, Life Science & Public Sector.

For more Information: www.berkeleysearch.com For inquires: (510) 486-8100

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April 16, 2019

Berkeley Search Consultants retained to help Marin County recruit for the new DIRECTOR OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Berkeley Search Consultants is pleased to announce that they have been selected to partner with the County of Marin Department of Human Resources to identify and attract qualified candidates for the Director Health and Human Services position. This key role, appointed by the Board of Supervisors, will lead the Department of Health and Human Services. The Director is the administrative head of the Marin County Department of Health and Human Services and will have oversight of a $198 million budget, over 700 employees and approximately forty programs that are located throughout the county and community.

Efton Hall, Jr. MPH of Berkeley Search Consultants is the lead consultant managing the project. For more information please click to view the Director Health and Human Services Recruitment Brochure.

 

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October 10, 2018

Berkeley Search Consultants retained to identify DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC HEALTH candidates for the City and County of San Francisco

Please note: The window for applications for the San Francisco Director of Public Health is now closed.  If you would like to be contacted for future similar opportunities or would like to speak with us regarding help in filling a key role, please contact Efton Hall, Jr. directly at ehall<at>berkeleysearch.com.

Berkeley Search Consultants is pleased to announce that they have been selected to partner with the City and County of San Francisco Department of Human Resources to identify and attract qualified candidates for the Director of Public Health position for the City and County of San Francisco. This key role, appointed by Mayor Breed, will lead the Department of Public Health. The Director is the administrative head of the San Francisco Department of Public Health and will have oversight of a $2.2 billion budget, over 8000 employees and contracts for more than $400 million in community-based services.

Efton Hall, Jr. MPH of Berkeley Search Consultants is the lead consultant managing the project. For more information please click to view the Director of Public Health Recruitment Brochure and Position Announcement.

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May 21, 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Management Recruiters of Berkeley Announces Corporate Rebranding, with emphasis on personal connection; Changes Name to Berkeley Search Consultants

BERKELEY, CA – May 21, 2018 – Berkeley Search Consultants, formerly known as Management Recruiters of Berkeley underwent a comprehensive rebranding effort to showcase their 30-year commitment to truly partnering with clients and candidates.

The new brand reflects Berkeley Search Consultants focus on retained and engaged search. Berkeley Search Consultants is a 30-year old boutique firm that prides itself on tailoring each search to meet clients’ needs, giving them personalized service and approaching the process holistically.

In addition, Berkeley Search Consultants has moved its headquarters to accommodate a growing headcount. BSC will double the size of the firm and staff by the end-of-2018. The new office has moved to: 2560 Ninth Street Suite 219 Berkeley, CA 94710. www.berkeleysearch.com

“In a world where everything is instant and technology has replaced human connection we believe in the need to create consultative and collaborative partnerships with our clients and candidates. Our expansion and focus clearly demonstrates our 30-year commitment to personalized relationships. We stand by our mission that having the right talent in the right place, and becoming an extension of the client brand is crucial to attracting and retaining top talent.”
Mark Howard, President & CEO.

Berkeley Search Consultants focuses on 4 main industries within the Bay Area as well as Nationwide:

Technology – The technology team is constantly keeping tabs on emerging technology and how companies are leveraging it. Our tech industry recruiters have extensive experience in recruiting for many different companies and industries with a strong focus here in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Consumer Packaged Goods – The CPG practice represents well-known brands and clients in the identification and recruitment of top talent in Sales, Marketing, Product Development, Quality, Finance, Supply Chain and all areas of Manufacturing.

Healthcare & Life Sciences – Our Healthcare practice strives to bring the highest level of professionalism and a consultative approach to our client partnerships. This strategy, coupled with the team’s extreme attention to detail and strong planning skills, helps to successfully complete each assignment within the agreed upon timeframe, while delivering the highest caliber candidate for the role.

Banking & Financial Services – The Banking team has been a cornerstone of our business since its inception. Partnering with banks, brokerage and Fintech clients, our recruitment efforts in this practice span a wide area with a focus on commercial and business banking, credit administration, wealth management, and financial advisors.


About Berkeley Search Consultants:

Berkeley Search Consultants is a full-service engaged and retained executive search and placement firm that has been collaborating with clients since 1989. Our history includes thousands of successfully completed search assignments.

For more Information: www.berkeleysearch.com For inquires: (510) 486-8100

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