The most up to date profile on Bay Elliott will likely be found on either LinkedIn.com or on the Farwellgroup.com website.
“Over the last 20 years in management, I have worked with dozens of recruiters as both a candidate and as a client. What really sets Bay Elliott and the Farwell Group apart from the others in this war for talent is their relentless pursuit to understand what the job is really all about; technically, culturally and personally. And then finding and delivering the right person to do it. I highly recommend them.”
Ken Lambert (CMO Thunderbird School of Global Management, President New Internet Computers, President DMB&B Inc. CEO Xulu Group)
“I have worked with Bay Elliott and The Farwell Group to source high caliber talent for several key positions in corporate finance. I have always been impressed with the Group’s sense of urgency and ability to provide a good match in terms of technical ability and the right cultural fit for my organization. The time the Farwell Group spends to understand both the hiring organization’s needs and the candidates profile, personality and career goals, is well invested. It saves me and my team the hassle of going through resumes that are inappropriate, or worse: spending valuable time interviewing candidates who are ill suited for the role. I know I can count on The Farwell Group to bring the best possible candidate in a timely manner.”
Lauren Cody, VP Strategy and Planning Europe, McDonalds Corporation
“My first encounter with the Farwell Group was in 1996 when Bay Elliott placed me at Visa International. I had such a positive experience with the Farwell Group as a candidate that I decided to try them out as a client. I was not disappointed. They not only met, but exceeded all of my expectations. I have continued to work with Bay over the last 11 years and have found him and the entire staff at Farwell Group to be extremely professional, impressively intelligent, very customer service driven and highly ethical with lots of business savvy.
“The members of the Farwell Group strive to understand the organizations that they service. They excel in their ability to develop a very detailed profile of the company, department and job to assist them in identifying candidates that best fit, and are more likely to succeed, in any given work group. They work with both the line and Human Resources as a team in order to be able to present candidates that are truly on target.
“Even during very trying times when it was extremely difficult to attract top talent, as was the case in the late 90’s during the rise of the dot coms, The Farwell Group always came through with high-caliber candidates.
“Thorough reference checks are conducted prior to presenting a candidate. They present the actual reference checks which include both the strengths and weaknesses. This allows for a more informed hiring process.
“It is very important to me to work with a highly ethical Recruiter that I can trust and partner with to get the job done. Without a doubt, the Farwell Group will continue to be my staffing partner of choice.”
Lourdes M. Barcena, Manager – Human Resources, Transatlantic Reinsurance Company
“Having worked with many recruiting firms over the years, I truly appreciate the Farwell Group’s approach to client and candidate preparation in the interview process. As the client, I want to limit my search to the best talent that is available in the market. The Farwell group does an outstanding job of searching the marketplace and the candidate pool. When candidates interview I know they have been briefed on the company and how their skill set would bring value. I highly recommend the Farwell Group for any organization’s hiring needs.”
Dale Micinilio, HRD Project Manager, DHL
“The Farwell group did an impeccable job understanding the needs of my group/company, and finding top level candidates in a timely manner. Having been placed by the Farwell Group myself, I understood their evaluation and assessment process and it made me feel that much more confident later retaining their services. Sourcing senior level candidates in Finance and Banking can be a challenge in a tough labor market like Miami. The Farwell Group has been around long enough and has built their reputation among Employers in my industry as the place to go when you want top talent.”
David Leonardo, Sr. Director Business Development, F500 Company
“My association with the Farwell Group goes back a good number of years now. The Farwell Group and their team have assisted me in numerous successful searches at all levels. What sets the Farwell Group apart from other executive search firms is their personal touch and the company’s ability to work with management to accurately define the scope and performance objectives of each search and their commitment to achieve proper alignment among all decision makers and then successfully deliver to those goals and objectives. These attributes of the Farwell Group combine to achieve very efficient, effective and successful search processes.”
Mark Maniglia, VP HR, Largecap Telecom.
“We have had the good fortune of using the Farwell Group’s Executive Search services on many occasions. All have turned out to be successful searches. All have been conducted in the most professional, efficient and effective manner. Bay and his team have an uncanny ability to grasp the needs of the organization and present highly qualified and motivated people.”
Carlos V. Freyre, CEO/ President, Brava, LLC
“Please accept my deep appreciation and gratitude for the recruiting support which you and the Farwell Group have given to our growing Company. Your understanding of our needs, coupled with the Group’s highly professional approach and depth of recruiting resources, has resulted in eliminating the extremely difficult and time-consuming task of locating qualified candidates. I look forward to our continued working relationship and highly recommend the services of the Farwell Group. Thank you, again.” Best regards,
Richard E. Gathright, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, SMF Energy Corporation
“I strongly recommend Bay Elliot and the Farwell Group. The searches they have conducted have more than met my needs and exceeded my expectations. Their careful approach has minimized the amount of wasted time one can encounter when dealing with lesser quality firms let alone trying to hire directly. They respect the budgets and understand that successful corporate environments are as much about chemistry as talent. I highly recommend them.”
Steve Goldberg, President, Goldhammer Advisory LLC and former CEO, Sunbelt Diversified Enterprises LLC.
“It has been a real pleasure doing business with the Farwell Group. They are true professionals and expert with executive searches. My experience has been that the business delivers prompt, superior service to meet (the corporation’s) organizational needs. Most important, The Farwell Group is an organization that offers the best methods today with career planning, assessment and human talent business management. They are connected with a multitude of industries and that allows them to reach a greater talent pool. Bay, thank you for all you do!”
Missy Ferrer, HR Director, Celebrity Cruise Lines
“As a start-up medical device company, we had a tall challenge: we needed to identify top sales candidates to market a new product within a new product category. The ideal sales candidate would be entrepreneurial in nature, have medical sales experience, offer a very high degree of professionalism and have very high energy. The Farwell Group delivered. They accurately evaluated our requirements and matched like candidates. We were able to secure a VP of Sales and a national sales team that was second to none within a tight timeframe. Our entire sales team was in place within 60 days. Challenge > Assessment > Candidates selected.”
Liz McCarthy, VP Sales, Medical Device Company
“Bay Elliott and the Professionals at the Farwell Group have always shown a tremendous depth of industry-specific and executive professional function knowledge that goes well above and beyond the standard fare of executive recruiting agencies. They provide a sounding board for our company’s thoughts, plans and aspirations while providing support and valuable feedback on a vast range of issues as they develop, helping us facilitate our needs with an outcome for success.”
Denisse Lemos, Partner, The Calvin Agency
“Personal involvement in the process and commitment to long-term match of employer/ employee are what distinguishes Bay Elliott and the Farwell Group as an Executive Search firm. Using skill sets developed over many years of work and study, The Farwell Group focuses on both the employer/employee to learn the attributes of each to accomplish a lasting high performance employment relationship. The Farwell Group is all about building long-term employer/employee relationships and high performance teams.”
Gonzalo Diaz, President and CEO, MedLab
“I have worked with Bay Elliott and the Farwell Group a number of times and I have been repeatedly blown away by their quick, efficient manner and their ability to find the right candidate for each specific role. I believe they are successful because they take the time to properly understand the role and each candidate’s abilities through effective listening and intelligent questioning. The Farwell Group takes pride with not only placing jobs, but fulfilling careers.”
Ryan Goepel, Managing Director, Quiznos Corporation
“It has been a real pleasure over the years to have partnered with Bay Elliott and The Farwell Group in finding top talent. They have done a wonderful job in understanding the organization (culture, mission, vision, strategies and structure) as well as thoroughly understanding the open position’s responsibilities and goals. They then matched candidates to the organization & role and have been very successful in filling our openings with very successful talent. Great job!”
Sylvia Willin, Hr Director, Assurant
“My association with the Farwell Group and in particularly with Bay Elliott spans over 15 years, while I worked with 4 different Companies: Phelps Dodge International, SystemOne Technologies (a technology startup), Home Shopping Network and Centennial Communications. His Firm has consistently and repeatedly provided the best overall customer-centric experience in all the phases required to hire top notch candidates. The process starts with a complete and thorough analysis of the business, the business strategy and current challenges and opportunities, the organizational structure and an examination of the internal talent pool that will interact with the searched position. Bay will also take an in-depth look at the company’s culture to gain a better understanding of the type of individual who would most likely fit with the existing team. The Farwell Group also conducts a detailed assessment of the level of experience and background required for a particular search. Bay Elliott strategically focuses on the long term and has always delivered the perfect individual that perfectly matches the current and future needs of the business. The individuals that I have hired from this Firm have always been able to deliver and immediately and contribute to the growth of my company. Bay will never overwhelm you with tons of candidates, but he will share with you his top choices. All the carefully selected candidates have always been more than qualified to perfectly match what I was looking for.
After the individual is hired, the Farwell group will carefully monitor the transition process and will ensure that both the company and the new hire are heading in the right path and fully satisfied with this new relationship.
Many high level executives verbalize how critical it is to hire and retain the best talent, unfortunately, very few of them understand what it takes to hire and retain the talent that will best match the needs of the existing team as well as the business going forward. The good news is that Bay at the Farwell Group does know for 3 simple reasons: He has extensive business and multi-industry experience and really “gets it”, he has a special gift that enables him to find and recruit the best talent available in the field and Bay really does care about his client’s long-term success, and he always wants his client company to succeed and achieve a tier-one position in the industry in which they play.” John A. de Armas DIRECTV – VP Worldirect
“I was very impressed by several aspects of the process (in dealing with the Farwell Group), from which 3 areas clearly stand out: 1. Professionalism, courtesy, and respect by members of The Farwell Group that handled my placing. Bay is just a delight to work with. 2. Communication: I was kept abreast of the process ‘real time’ even when I was on Hawaiian time. 3. Value added by The Farwell Group during my placement. I felt that both I and the company were provided with in-depth information that allowed us to determine our mutual fit, and make an informed decision. I am very pleased with the services provided by Bay Elliott and The Farwell Group; thanks to them I was matched with a great company, an outstanding boss and a rewarding job.”
Sara Baker, Human Resources Director, Vigo Remittance Corp & Orlandi Valuta (Western Union)
“From my first encounter via phone with Bay Elliott and the Farwell Group, I was extremely impressed with the level of professionalism and their interest for both the candidate and the company.
I have worked with a few recruiters over the years and after having dealt with the Farwell Group these last 3 to 4 years, they established a standard that no other executive recruiter has been able to get even close.
They did their due diligence and assessment to make sure that I was placed in the appropriate environment and perfect position. They made it easy to plan a proper career path and they drove the identification of that path. I can only sing their praises as we have had a very fruitful relationship and we will continue to work together. I recommend them to everyone I know because they always come through with the highest standards. I remember speaking with one of my CFO references after they called him. He commented back to me saying: “Wow, are you going to work for the President of the United States”. He said they obviously had very high standards and took what they do to the highest levels. Of course, I agree. I have had a wonderful experience working with every member of the Farwell Group. The prompt and detailed attention has made working with them a true professional experience. Thank you for all that you do.”
Diana Chacon, Business Manager, Media & Entertainment company
“The Farwell Group has been the ultimate Executive Recruiting partner and I truly appreciate their advice and coaching. I have worked in an IT Management capacity for over ten years and I am very familiar with the recruiting process and the personnel management challenges in matching the right person to the right position. I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank the Farwell Group for their professional and supportive manner in dealing with me in regard to the next steps in my career progression.
“Bay Elliot of the Farwell Group is one of the most professional executive recruiters I have met. When I relocated to South Florida, I found myself a very well educated professional with some great experience yet without many local professional contacts or much knowledge of the local business landscape.
I was quickly introduced to Bay, who listened to my professional goals and has bent over backwards to help me achieve them. He is a person I hope to keep in touch with throughout my career and would surely recommend him to others.”
Aliza Eisdorfer, Sr. Associate, National Private Equity Firm
“Bay Elliott and The Farwell Group went to great lengths to fully understand my needs, help me focus, and find the right matching companies after I finished doing Management Consulting (with one of the top global consulting firms). They were effective at getting my name and face in front of the top prospective employers in Miami. After finding my new home, we continue to stay in touch on a regular basis, helping me build my professional network. A great set of professionals”
Keith Johnson, Director Strategy, F500 Corporation
“I was actively searching for a new opportunity and looking for next steps beyond a SVP position I had with one of the world’s best known brands. As many executives will do, I engaged with many executive recruiters through this time period.
I sought out many firms, which had practices which would find my Curriculum Vitae relevant and attractive to their core business. I contacted The Farwell Group because had heard good things about their work over the past 15 years in both of the F500 companies in which I had worked. A great percentage of the search firms told me that they would contact me if my background and experience was a “fit” with what their clients were looking for, some others had a telephone conversation with me because they had something which “matched” my qualifications, but only one firm requested that we meet, and that was Bay Elliott at The Farwell Group.
When we met, Bay had reviewed my background extensively and I was impressed with how well he understood my history. The meeting was not just a formality with a potential client but a lengthy, very profound conversation as to my future plans, career orientation, perspectives, aptitudes, strengths, behavioral characteristics and uniquely, advice about to how approach this new job called ‘searching for my new position’. I felt extremely appreciated when someone like Bay took the time to sit down with me and offer guidance to a world and process that is foreign to most of us. Bay also requested that I provide them with references, mind you, at that time, the Farwell Group did not have any opportunities which matched my background and career plans. Less than a week later Bay had contacted all of my contacts and had spent a significant amount of time with each one reviewing my background and potential, which I felt was quite impressive since I had not had anything like that from many of the so called” National Recruiting Companies”.
During that search period I was contacted by many of those recruiters when they had something which matched their interests, but most were not a fit for me and they didn’t understand my career plans or search criteria and when they did not have something on their plate, reaching them or getting a call back from them was rather impossible. Every time I spoke to the Farwell group I was treated very well and if Bay was in a meeting I would receive a phone call back from him within a 24 hour time period, and e-mails were answered rather quickly. I even came to seek advice from Bay as to his thoughts on other opportunities which I was being presented.
The Farwell Group received a position which matched my background and career plans and Bay spent many hours briefing me on the position, the opportunity, the future, its players, and the organization. He prepared many in-depth briefings and documents showing why I was the right fit for that organization.
I received two offers within a matter of a week. One via The Farwell Group and another via a personal contact. Due to some management changes, and other things which had developed during the interview process with the opportunity The Farwell had presented, I decided to take the other position, and although Bay had dedicated an enormous amount of time on their search opportunity, he agreed that the other opportunity was sound and may fit my career goals better.
To this day we continue to stay in touch and meet twice a year to have lunch and catch up. It is nice to feel that individuals care for the well being and future of others and this in my mind is the model of how an Executive Recruiter should be.
The level of service, personal attention, professionalism, insight and care I received from the Farwell Group Inc. was second to none. When friends, peers, and acquaintances ask me if I know of any great executive recruiters, my answer to them is that I know only one.”
Daniel Pease, President, Global On Line University
“I have worked with Bay Elliott and the Farwell Group a number of times and I have been repeatedly blown away by their quick, efficient manner and their ability to find the right candidate for each specific role. I believe they are successful because they take the time to properly understand the role and each candidate’s abilities through effective listening and intelligent questioning. The Farwell Group takes pride with not only placing jobs, but fulfilling careers.”
Ryan Goepel, Managing Director, Quiznos Corporation
“I have worked with Bay Elliott for several years and continue to be impressed with his effectiveness and ability to add enormous value to every project. Bay is unusual among executive recruiters in that he works on behalf of corporate clients and prospective employees with equal vigor. He has an uncanny sense of “fit” and is thoughtful and thorough when putting parties together. He transcends “placement” and acts as a trusted advisor for both the company and the applicant (Bay has often been asked to serve on client advisory boards and is sought after on a broad range of issues and challenges). He has tremendous personal and professional integrity and a long-term view of all of his business relationships. He combines exceptional expertise and the highest standards of quality with an unusual humility and warmth. I look forward to working with him in the future.” February 15, 2010
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity 1st David Hecht VP M&A hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2008
“I have had the privilege of working with Bay for over two and a half years. He is the ultimate professional. He has a highly analytical mind, keen attention to detail, a positive attitude and a great sense of humor. His communication skills, both written and verbal, are excellent and he has proven to be a solid mentor.
Bay has the ability of making complicated matters easy to understand; he breaks down a problem to its simplest form. He gets to the root of an issue and effectively and strategically presents out of the box solutions. He is genuine and shares his knowledge willingly.
Bay quickly gains trust, and encourages his team members to stretch their mental muscles. He’s helped me exercise my analytical thinking and writing abilities. He is a stand out recruiter with strong ethics and a very strong vision of what needs to be accomplished. He will clearly articulate what a hiring team needs and how it can achieve its goals. Bay has developed a unique approach to the recruiting process that doesn’t rely on gimmicks or traditional techniques. He is an excellent judge of character, a sharp listener and a smart behavioral interviewer. I can confidently say that he has provided me an immeasurable amount of knowledge in my professional tenure. I enjoy being his colleague and working in tandem on recruiting projects.” December 29, 2009 1st Melody Santiago, Executive Recruiter, The Farwell Group reported to Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“I have met and worked with Bay Elliott while in Florida. He is a delightful person, who is extremely knowledgeable and well connected. Bay is forthright and a very strategic thinker. His attention to detail is impeccable, which probably stems from his days when he was a jet fighter pilot. Bay has a very sound business acumen and is able to see through issues and cut to the chase. He is able to see the big picture and still delve into the details when necessary. He is someone who is comfortable to be in the trenches and yet have the innate ability to be on center stage making board presentations. I highly endorse Bay Elliott with no reservations whatsoever.” October 2, 2009 1st Mohan Menon, VP, Norwegian Cruise Line was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay Elliott provides outstanding service as an executive recruiter to both his clients as well as the candidates. He has an in-depth knowledge of his client’s company, people and position. His questions and information gathering are very probing and insightful with the intent on achieving the best fit possible. His preparation of candidates for interviews is practical and on target. Bay’s overall approach is influenced by his eclectic background and it is very effective. If you have the chance to work with Bay – take it, you’ll enjoy the opportunity.” June 3, 2009 1st Jim Brzezinski, Vice President, International Finance, W.W. Grainger, Inc. was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“I have known Bay for a good number of years now and I consistently go back to him for ideas, trends, recommendations, referrals and requests for candidates. He always makes time to talk and brainstorm. He has his fingers on the pulse of the community and is incredibly well connected. What I love most about working with Bay is his integrity and his no nonsense style of doing business. He will never waste your time and will tell you if your goals for yourself or for a candidate search are not reasonable. He puts the word “customer” in customer service and has a long-term approach to his business relationships. I would recommend Bay hands down over and over.” January 14, 2009 Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st Tania Banens hired Bay as a Business Consultant in 2002
“Bay is a genuine individual and a true professional in the executive search firm arena and consulting services at a senior level. He is diligent and passionate in providing quality searches given his level of experience and positive “can do” attitude. Bay takes the time to truly understand the business/customer needs and always comes through with the best recommendation and most practical methods to achieve productive success in the business environment. His follow-up efforts are tireless, always coming back to the customers to ensure there is a mutual fit, not only from a skill set basis, but so there is an actual match with the culture of the business and its leaders.
“Thank you Bay for all you do!”” January 5, 2009 1st Melissa Ferrer-Smith, HR Manager/Consultant, American Airlines worked with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay is the most professional executive recruiter that I have known in my career. He leaves no stone unturned in finding the right candidate for the position. He has an extraordinary ability to understand a company’s needs in depth and the hiring manager’s vision for the position.” November 16, 2008 1st Edee Wollin, VP Marketing, TracFone Wireless, Inc. was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“In the 10+ years I have known and worked with Bay Elliott and the Farewell Group I could not have asked for a better business partner and mentor. Bay is exemplary in his understanding of evolving business dynamics and went above and beyond normal duties in talent acquisition helping my company. Bay not only secured key talent but was also instrumental in helping shape the business model for several of my companies. Bay is truly an amazing professional and someone that takes the time to understand the dynamics of the companies he is engaged with. I cannot recommend Bay and the Farewell Group highly enough. Companies engaging the Farewell Group will not be disappointed and will gain colleagues for life.” November 10, 2008 1st Tim Richardson, President/CIO, Broadcast Mobile, Inc. was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“While working with Bay Elliott to be placed in a corporate level position in southern Florida, I witnessed unparalled expertise in executive search services. Bay provided knowledgeable, insightful advice and perspective to both myself and his client, as well as a comprehensive understanding about the client’s mission and industry. His dialogue and coordination with his client was seamless, as if he was actually part of the organization. This demonstrated his absolute commitment to providing exceptional service and value to all parties involved.”October 21, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st Lynn Truskie hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2008
“Bay Elliott is an excellent person to know and wonderful colleague to work with. He is very well connected with a wide variety of professionals and knows the local job market inside and out. He is extremely perceptive in assessing candidates’ skills and aptitudes and uses his insights to connect great companies with great candidates. I highly recommend Bay to anyone looking for executive recruitment services or just as an excellent contact!”September 8, 2008 1st Katie Grossman, Hedge Fund Analyst, Assistant Vice President, Banco Itaú Europa International
was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“It has been my great pleasure, to have known Bay for the last 9 years. As I was in the process of making a transition out of investment banking, Bay was instrumental in helping me to explore various opportunities within South Florida. Bay was extremely professional, had great contacts in the finance field, and also had a knack with properly matching people for certain positions.
Above all, Bay is an individual of great integrity. It has been my pleasure to get to know him, not only on a professional level, but also as a friend. For whatever professional endeavor Bay might be pursing now (or in the future), I hope he realizes that he can depend on my support. Very Truly Yours, Stephen Trent” September 7, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity 1st Steve Trent hired Bay as a Business Consultant in 1999
“Bay is a top notch recruiter and business partner. He’s someone that I am happy to say will be a lifetime friend and can’t wait to work with again.” September 1, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st Steve Allen hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2000
“I met Bay sometime in 2004 when I transferred to the Kraft Foods Latin America Region HR role. Bay was already doing work with the Kraft Foods LA HR team so my introduction was through this connection.
It was and remains a pleasure to know Bay on both professional and personal level. Within a short time of meeting Bay, his goal was to make a personal connection. He was instrumental in introducing me to several other HR professionals and business groups in Coral Gables and Miami metro area.
Bay also took time to find out how he could help me to assimilate into Miami on a personal level. Again, through his contacts I made connections to non-profit organizations that I was interested in working with and he also helped me to connect with my passion for the game of tennis.
We did work on several talent searches! Bay helped me to staff across several functions in LA-HQ and LA countries, many of the hires remain within the company today. Bay does a phenomenal job making sure the candidate is the right fit for the manager and the organization.
Overall, Bay is a great partner and can be an awesome resource if you have candidates relocating into the Miami area. I highly recommend developing a partnership with Bay and the Farwell Group.” September 1, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st Perry Sholes hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2004, and hired Bay more than once
“I have had the opportunity to work with Bay in various situations: as a collaborator during my time at the University of Miami when Bay delivered pro-bono career management programs to MBA students; as a trusted business partner to whom I have referred potential clients and candidates; and personally as a candidate. In every context, Bay was competent and results-oriented, while maintaining a pleasant and personable style. I can recommend Bay Elliott with great confidence.” August 26, 2008 1st Matthew Beekhuizen, Director, Revenue Management, Greenberg Traurig was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay and his team are strong, ethical, enthusiastic and professional in their approach to business, guiding individuals and businesses in their growth and development as well as in their identification of talent and recommendations regarding hiring and placement of top level professionals.” August 25, 2008 1st Kathy Lubbers, President & CEO, Gingrich Communications was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Without a doubt, Bay Elliott is the best recruiter in South Florida. Tireless effort, outstanding work quality, great to work with.” August 23, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st Maura McCarthy hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2004
“I have known Bay for several years and wish to give him my warmest recommendations. He is a true professional who truly understands how business works. His mixed background and contact network makes him very resourceful and effective. He always has some interesting insights into the current events in the business community, both locally and globally.” August 20, 2008 1st Per Lindskog, Partner, Human Capital Group was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“I first met Bay Elliot while I was establishing the practice in South Florida for the Latin America market at MarchFirst/USWEB/CKS. Considering the pressures of both developing a practice and being responsible for revenue streams, having Bay available to recruit solid talent for me and the organization certainly smoothed the road to our eventual success. Bay recruited for me and my ROI was less than 6 months. Bay understood precisely the right people, and the quality of the talent required, and greatly enhanced our team, which in turn strengthened our market position. I would highly recommend partnering with The Farwell Group if your company is looking for quality talent” August 20, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity 1st Ana Cordova hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2000, and hired Bay more than once
“Bay has been a valuable resource to me due to his in-depth understanding of the regional economy and its key players. He generated my first opportunity shortly after I moved to South Florida. I consider Bay to be one of my most trusted career advisors.” August 20, 2008 1st Campbell Griffin, Senior Manager, Deloitte & Touche LLP was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“I have known Bay for close to 8 years. During that time I have interacted with him both personally and professionally. I have nothing but the highest regard for Bay and would recommend him without reserve. He is intelligent, honest, forthright, and an extremely nice person. He is very well “plugged in” in Miami, as well.” August 20, 2008 1st John Tullis, Senior Director, Corporate Development, Ryder System, Inc. was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay is a true professional who understands the way people and businesses think. He is very resourceful and is not afraid to intelligently and strategically challenge the norm. He always has something interesting and thought provoking to say.” August 20, 2008 1st Jennifer Pakradooni, Senior Communications Manager, DPWN Corporate Communications, Deutsche Post World Net was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“We’ve been delighted to work with Bay: he knows our business, and he’s introduced us to great candidates. We’ll work with him again.” August 20, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st Ben Moody hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2007
“Bay is the recruiter to talk to for management level jobs in South Florida. He has a particularly good focus on financial services. Overall great guy as well.” August 20, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity 1st Xavier Gonzalez hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2000
“Bay is that rare individual in possession of both an astute business sense and emotional intelligence. These qualities make him a best in class executive recruiter. Besides these excellent personal qualities, Bay leverages his active and strong connection to the South Florida business network to provide clients with outstanding opportunities. Experienced professionals in search of career opportunities need look no further than Bay Elliott for outstanding opportunities and insight.” August 20, 2008 1st Travis Smith, Business Strategy Consultant, IBM Global Business Services was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“I have worked with Bay on several high profile assignments over the years. I have always found that Bay only provided me candidates that truly met my requirements and my expectations. Bay is very personable, highly professional and able to assist in especially hard to fill positions. I enjoy working with Bay and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking his confidential assistance.
Thanks, Cindy” August 20, 2008 Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative 1st Cindy Oliver, SPHR hired Bay as a Recruiter in 1998, and hired Bay more than once
“Over the last five years, I have had the opportunity on several occasions to interact with Bay Elliott of The Farwell Group about a variety of topics in my capacity as both a Senior Corporate Executive, as an entrepreneur, and in my leadership capacities with the premier organization of Senior Marketing Executives in the country, http://www.MENGOnline.com.
I continue to hold Bay in the highest regard for the insights, advice and perspectives he has shared with me and my associates into the trends, opportunities and challenges impacting various industries on a local, regional, national and international basis.
His experience and expertise is a true, unique value- added aspect of the services his firm provides in the retained executive recruiter space and is a differentiator in the marketplace in a competitive industry where everyone is seeking top talent.
I highly recommend Bay Elliott as an astute businessman who is wholly focused on developing win- win relationships with his client companies and executive candidates as he daily demonstrates his “passion for building high performance teams, one person at a time”.” July 28, 2008 1st Ray Knight, CEO- Chief Envisioneer Officer, RaynMaker was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay and I worked together at Premiere International traveling the world while Bay helped create and develop the first unified messaging system in a JV with Premiere Technologies known as “WorldLink”.
Bay is a unique individual with enormous talents that combine to make him a compassionate, entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to be honest to a fault, a rarity in the business world. Bay has tremendous personal charm and humility, a very high level of business acumen, the ability to actually think out of the box, and has the capability to do whatever it takes to get the job done at a level that is consistently outstanding.
I would call Bay a true renaissance man, and that praises doesn’t come lightly. Bay is can do so many things well, from playing in a rock band, to conversing with people at the highest levels in industry with an ease that is a pleasure to watch, to being a great travel partner, and creating exciting and lucrative business deals worldwide.
I enjoyed working with Bay because he has a great sense of humor, doesn’t give up when the going gets tough, is continually optimistic, and he has a big heart which is quite obvious to anyone that knows or will get to know him.
Bay is the kind of person that anyone would want to have on their team. He would be my first pick in any venture that I would be involved in, whether to create something innovative, or to help others fulfill their career ambitions.
I would highly recommend Bay for anything he chooses to participate in.” July 20, 2008 1st Mark Holofcener, VP Business Development, was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“There are people that come into our lives that create an indelible footprint – Bay is most certainly the type of individual that leaves a lasting impression. I had the pleasure of meeting Bay ten years ago while transitioning from John Alden Life Insurance during the sale of the organization. Over the years Bay has been an incredible friend and a mentor. He has an unbridled passion for pairing talent with organizations, making sure the science and chemistry are met to the satisfaction of all involved parties. Bay brings new meaning to the term “value add proposition” – he is the consummate professional.” July 5, 2008 1st Dale Micinilio, Manager, Human Capital & Organizational Development, Broadspire worked with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay is one of the most interesting and intelligent people I have ever met. He has the most extraordinary ability to listen and analyze any situation. He draws the most precise conclusions and always thinks a step ahead. He has the ability to turn any subject into the most interesting subjects you’ll ever hear of. He’s extremely thorough and is not easily satisfied with mediocrity. He is a perfectionist and goes the extra mile to deliver that. He is an eloquent speaker, a critical thinker and an extremely polished individual, a clear reflection of his work. He has not only been a great manager but probably the best and most amazing mentor anyone can wish for. I have truly enjoyed working and learning from him. I aspire to someday be as intuitive, analytical, bright and most importantly as humble as he is.” May 2, 2008 1st Ciara Osorio, Executive Recruiter, The Farwell Group reported to Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“I have known Bay for many years, he is an outstanding professional. I had the chance to always consult on my ventures with him and would recommend him any day. I always look forward to working with him.” March 10, 2008 1st David D. Brillembourg, Founder and CEO, Brilla Group & EMIDA Technologies was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay is the guy to know. I wouldn’t go to anyone else for assistance with a senior level hire. He is extremely insightful about business strategy, market trends, and people. His commitment to every executive being successful for their own benefit and the benefit of the company, I’m sure is why the Farwell Group’s is so successful.” February 19, 2008 1st Matthew Levy, CEO, Results Management Group was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay was thorough in all aspects of the search process from understanding our needs, sourcing outstanding candidates and providing helpful insights during the final selection process. He also has stayed close to the company and the hired candidate to help address any transitional issues. Our new employee has far exceeded expectations.” February 18, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st Russell P. Beyer hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2006, and hired Bay more than once
“I recently had the pleasant opportunity to be recruited by Bay for a Senior Executive position with a leading International Bank. He masterfully balances the expectations of both the client and candidate creating a win win situation. Additionally, Bay takes the time to truly understand the overall profile of his candidates and finds the positive approach during the hiring process. I would strongly recommend Bay for any future recruiting needs and welcome any inquires for additional feedback about my experience with the Farwell Group.”February 14, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st Tariq Alinur hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2007
“I met Bay through MENG (Marketing Executive Networking Group) in 2005 when I was in transition. Bay was very helpful in honing in on best fits for my next job move, is very well connected locally, and was judiciously selective about sending available postings my way – good fits for my background and skills. That reflects well on Bay (and Farwell Group) for the hiring clients in that they will no doubt be sent qualified candidates for each position.
Aside from Bay’s professional abilities, he is a charming and delightful individual, with a wide range of interests and a very colorful life story. I would not hesitate to work with Bay again, both from the hiring side and from the search side. Petra Hinke Marketing Director – Latin America Sony Pictures Television International” February 5, 2008
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative 1st Petra Hinke hired Bay as a Career Coach in 2005
“I have known Bay for many years and his delivery is always above expectations. He takes the time to know the people he works with, both clients and candidates, in a way that allows him to deliver added value to his services, and to stay on target, time and time again. A strong recommend!” February 4, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity 1st Rossana M. Tabares, MS SPHR GPHR hired Bay as an Executive Recruiter in 1995, and hired Bay more than once
“I have known Bay for the last 13 years from both a professional and personal level. Throughout the years I have had the privilege of working with Bay on direct and indirect recruiting assignments as well as a sounding board for career decisions that I have made. I would describe him first and foremost as a loyal, trustworthy and very talented individual who builds long lasting and effective relationships. I have experienced his broad business skills on many occasions and he is fantastic in the executive recruiting field. His wide angle business sense and excellent people skills enable him to execute the appropriate talent fit for client organizations. There is no doubt that Bay will understand the strategic, cultural and organizational dynamics as well as the “non
negotiables” of the function in order to place the best candidate in a position.
As a personal friend, a person like Bay comes around once in a lifetime. He’s reliable, dependable and cares from the heart. He has been a fabulous mentor to me (and many others) over the years. I consider myself fortunate to have him in my life.” January 29, 2008 1st Richard Outram FCCA CPA CFE, Chief Financial Officer, PRC worked with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay Elliott has always demonstrated a high level of professionalism in meeting the needs of any search assignment and has been able to provide talent in a timely manner. He is very knowledgeable of the business world and understands the dynamics of Corporate America.” January 27, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st Magali Jarrin, M.A., GPHR hired Bay as a Recruiter in 1998, and hired Bay more than once
“In the more than 5 years that I’ve been with Burger King Corporation, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Bay on several engagements and in many different capacities. Bay (and his team at the Farwell Group) have been able to create a clearly different experience when it comes to executive recruitment in South Florida. When we partner with him on a search, we don’t just get a slate of candidates, we get THE candidate, and often the top talent he finds become long-term leaders and difference makers for the brand. In a world that’s typically driven by quotas and call-sheets, Bay is one of the few professionals that does what he does because he simply enjoys it. He’s passionate about our brand, and passionate about finding a fit that lasts. I’ve never met an executive recruiter who spends so much time up front to ensure that the match he’s making is a good one. His commitment to both his clients and his candidates is unparalleled.” January 25, 2008 1st Andy Hooper, Sr. Manager, Corporate HR, Burger King Corporation was a consultant or contractor to Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“I’ve worked with Bay on both sides of the table first as a candidate and then as a client while at Burger King Corporation. Bay has been able to create a niche for himself in the South Florida market seeking out outstanding talent and matching that with both the business and technical skill needs as well as the fit with the teams.
He gets excited working with high performance teams and their people especially those with low ego to achievement ratios. He spends a good amount of time on the front end so one doesn’t have to waste time on the backend interviewing unqualified candidates. Bay is in it for the long term and that put me at ease because I felt that he had my company’s best interest at heart.” January 18, 2008 Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st David Leonardo hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2004
“As a start-up medical company we had a challenge, we needed to identify top sales candidates to market a new product within a new product category. The ideal sales candidate would be entrepreneurial in nature, offer a high degree of professionalism and have high energy. The Farwell Group delivered. They accurately evaluated our requirements and matched like candidates. We were able to secure a VP of Sales and a national sales team that was second to none within a tight timeframe. Our entire sales team was in place within 60 days. Challenge to Assessment to Candidates selected” January 15, 2008 1st Elizabeth McCarthy (Liz), VP Sales, Brava, LLC was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“I have utilized Bay’s services on numerous occasions on searches at my current and prior employers over the last 12 years. I have always found Bay to be the consummate professional, with the highest level of ethics, honesty and integrity. He truly listens to our requirements and takes the time to understand the company, the industry, the group and specific position profile. He always delivers high quality candidates that fit the description. He will not present a candidate that does not meet the requirements, both technically and personality. I have come to rely on Bay’s opinion of a candidate…if Bay says that I should meet with a particular individual, then Bay’s word is enough for me. Bay provides a most thorough analysis of each candidate, not just their specific skill sets, but more importantly to me, their character, drive and motivation.
I have recommended him many times in the past. I will continue to highly recommend Bay Elliott in the future. A finer business partner, one could not possibly match.” January 14, 2008 Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity 1st Paul Sherman hired Bay as a Recruiter in 1995, and hired Bay more than once
“I have known Bay for over thirty five years having first met him while we were students at Boston College. Bay first struck me as a dynamic individual who passionately (and successfully) pursued his life objectives. Warm and outgoing there was nothing that Bay set his mind to that he could not achieve He acted on his love of flying by completing the rigorous US Navy Flight Training Program. Since I had also chosen to become a Naval Aviator, our paths crossed many times and I watched Bay grow professionally into an outstanding officer and carrier pilot. He leveraged his Navy flying into a commercial airline pilot position where he was actively involved not only in the cockpit, but in developing an independent business and pursuing his many hobbies. He has been a tremendous resource to me as I have developed my own career and is always willing to provide advice and guidance when asked. In summary, Bay is a high energy, dedicated professional who can be relied on to achieve excellent results, no matter what task is put before him. I highly recommend him and would be pleased to provide additional details on request.” January 14, 2008 1st Stephen J. Fortune, Senior VP, Q Aviation worked with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay is one of those people who take the time to ensure he is making a proper match. He is less concerned with the transaction of today as he tends to focus on the relationship of tomorrow.” January 12, 2008 1st Ryan Goepel, Director, Global Finance, Burger King Corporation was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay and his team at The Farwell Group are the best in class for executive search services. In my 20 plus years of working in the human resources field I can honestly say this is one of the most effective business partnerships I have experienced. It is easier to get things done when everybody is pulling in the same direction. It is easier to perform when you have all the tools and resources you need. It is easier to get things done when everyone you need in your corner is supportive and pulling for you. It is fun to give up control and work through others when it is The Farwell Group. This team has all the essential skills to efficiently and effectively source candidates, provide top talent in a timely manner, handle sensitive issues with integrity, and close the candidate. I have seen them do it time and time again. I have always been extremely pleased with the results. I am familiar with both his performance and ethics. I give my highest recommendation to Bay and the team at The Farwell Group.” January 9, 2008 1st Annette Wellinghoff, SPHR, Executive Director, Coaches@Work was with another company when working with Bay at The Farwell Group, Inc.
“Bay is one of the best recruiters I have utilized. He believes in a very personal approach and really tries to fit the best person for each opportunity. Additionally, while he really “works” for the client company, as a candidate, Bay treats everyone with complete respect. He is extremely knowledgeable about the market and the companies he covers – thus he is a valuable resource for anyone in seeking a new position or contacts. I give him a big thumbs up!” October 17, 2007 Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity 1st David Himmel hired Bay as a Recruiter in 2007
Line Pilot, Operations Manager, Public Relations Manager, Lobbyist
Eastern Air Lines
“Bright, witty, charming, marginally athletic, charitable, well-read, caring, devoted dad, honest, talented musician, magnetic personality, and successful, all describe Bay. It was a pleasure working with Bay. I found him to demonstrate integrity and professionalism. Additionally, he is able to communicate positively with hourly employees as well as CEOs.”May 1, 2008 1st Bob Tyler, Director, Pilot Relations, Eastern Air Lines, Inc.
Lt Commander
“I have known Bay Elliott for over thirty years. While in the Navy we were crewed together as a team in our squadron. What a pleasure, what a pride! Bay was the junior Mission / Aircraft Commander in our squadron. I was fortunate enough to be assigned to his crew. As the very most junior crew we had the highest qualification rate of all thirteen crews assigned. This alone says a lot about Bay’s leadership, professionalism, and abilities. I was truly honored to have served with Bay.
Bay taught me a lot when we served together. He still does. The experience of serving with Bay was so remarkable that I have made a point of keeping up my friendship with him for these 30 plus years.” February 15, 2009
1st Richard Bruce, Owner, Padre Engineering worked directly with Bay at United States Navy
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