We’re proud to share that we have partnered with Turning Stone Enterprises to lead their Vice President of People and Culture Operations search. Managing Partner Dr. Pamela Noble, MA, Noble and Partner Jeff Wilbanks are leading this critical engagement as the organization continues to expand its diverse portfolio across hospitality, gaming, entertainment, retail, and recreation. This senior HR role will shape enterprise-wide people operations, overseeing total rewards, HR systems, payroll, workforce management, and the employee experience infrastructure for a large, multi-unit business. It is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and operationally strong HR leader to drive transformation and support long-term growth. This is an in-office role based in Verona, New York. Local candidates are encouraged to apply. To learn more, contact Jeff Wilbanks at jeff@tcgco.com. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gXMhA5wv
The Christopher Group, Agile HR Business Solutions
Staffing and Recruiting
Solon, Ohio 25,124 followers
Boutique HR Executive Search & Consulting Firm. Named America's Best HR Executive Search Firm by Forbes.
About us
The Christopher Group (TCG) is the nation’s premier specialized boutique for Agile HR Business Solutions: HR Executive Search, Interim HR Leaders, and Expert Consultants. Named America’s Best HR Executive Recruiting Firm by Forbes and staffed by former HR professionals and highly trained search practitioners, TCG’s Recruiting Services Division and Consulting Services Division provides customized HR Business Solutions for clients, across all industries, locations, company sizes, and verticals. Our comprehensive understanding and deep relationships within HR have allowed us to become the firm of choice for many clients like Kraft, Whirlpool Corporation, Pepsi, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Welch’s, Nationwide, SC Johnson, Walgreens, USAA, Verizon, Penn State University, Honeywell, Hanes, Allstate, Delta Dental, BP, Capital One, Comcast, Dish, Exxon Mobil, First Energy, Goodyear, Johnson & Johnson, Goodyear, Parker Hannifin, Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Lamb Weston, Meijer, Petco, Air Products and many more.
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http://www.tcgco.com
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- Staffing and Recruiting
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Solon, Ohio
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1998
- Specialties
- Human Resource Officers, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Consultants, HR Solutions, Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, HR Recruiting, HR Audit, Talent Management, Benefits, and Executive Compensation
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Solon, Ohio 44139, US
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Kansas City, MO, US
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Sarasota, FL 34236, US
Employees at The Christopher Group, Agile HR Business Solutions
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Paula Christopher
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Dr. Pamela Noble, MA,
Managing Partner | Executive HR Search & Consulting | Strategic CHRO Recruiter | Inclusive Leadership | Board Advisor | Executive Coach | Social…
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Eric Torigian
Transforming HR with AI | Labor Relations Strategy | Fractional CHRO Leadership | Board Member | Speaker
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Morgan Booker
Recruiting Manager at The Christopher Group
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Strong HR isn’t a cost center, it’s a growth engine. In her latest article, TCG Partner Carrie Longmire explores how the most effective HR functions move beyond process and compliance to become true drivers of business performance. If you’re building (or rebuilding) an HR function that delivers results, this one’s worth a read.
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We’re wrapping up November with a look at some of the incredible leadership opportunities we’re proud to be supporting this month. From Total Rewards to Organizational Development, each search reflects our commitment to helping organizations find transformative talent that drives culture, capability, and results. Whether you’re exploring your next career move or building your HR leadership team, we’re here to help you make the right connection.
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A thoughtful post from TCG Managing Partner Molly Mangan that reminds us all what strategic continuity truly looks like. Molly’s perspective captures what we see every day in our work with clients. Leadership gaps rarely create immediate chaos, but their quiet impact on culture, clarity, and momentum is real. The organizations that stay resilient are the ones that treat interim talent as a strategic advantage, not a temporary fix. At TCG, we’ve seen how the right interim leader brings stability, protects culture, and keeps teams moving with confidence during moments of transition. It is one of the most important tools organizations can leverage to stay strong through change.
Managing Partner | Executive HR Search | Interim HR Talent | Fractional Leaders | HR Consulting | Relationship Management
When Interim Talent Becomes a Strategy, Not a Stop-Gap I’ve watched it happen too many times. A key HR leader leaves. The organization scrambles to “hold things together” while the search begins. Weeks turn into months. Momentum fades, teams lose direction, and culture quietly starts to wobble. At first, the symptoms seem small: – Meetings run without clear ownership – Priorities drift as teams “wait for the new person” – High performers quietly disengage or leave – Critical projects stall because no one feels empowered to decide The damage isn’t loud. It’s cumulative. Trust erodes in inches, not miles. The organization becomes reactive - focusing on damage control instead of direction. After three decades working with HR and advising CEOs, I’ve learned this pattern isn’t about people leaving. It’s about how companies prepare for the inevitable transitions that leadership demands. The real risk isn’t the vacancy - it’s the assumption that a temporary gap is just that: temporary. In reality, it’s a leadership blind spot. A gap in capability, continuity, and confidence that compounds with every passing week. Here’s what resilient organizations do differently: • They treat interim talent as a strategic investment, not a placeholder. • They design continuity plans before they’re needed. • They use transitions as catalysts for fresh capability - not periods of decline. The next time a key leader exits, ask yourself: Are we bridging a gap - or building an advantage?
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Behind every great placement is a process built on precision, care, and trust. At TCG, our search methodology isn’t just about filling roles, it’s about building lasting partnerships and placing leaders who elevate culture, performance, and impact. These results reflect what happens when expertise meets empathy, and when clients know their search partner is as invested in the outcome as they are.
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Behind every great placement is a process built on precision, care, and trust. At TCG, our search methodology isn’t just about filling roles, it’s about building lasting partnerships and placing leaders who elevate culture, performance, and impact. These results reflect what happens when expertise meets empathy, and when clients know their search partner is as invested in the outcome as they are.
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True leadership isn’t defined by titles or perfect conditions. It’s forged in pressure, in moments when clarity, courage, and conviction matter most. In his latest article, Eric Torigian, Managing Partner of TCG’s Interim and Fractional Services Division, shares lessons on how real leadership shows up when it matters most, and how TCG’s Fractional HR practice helps organizations lead through uncertainty with confidence and results. Read the full article to learn how practical, people-first leadership can turn chaos into clarity.
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We’re delighted to share that we have placed Sarah Janus as the new Director of Learning and Organizational Development at Simpson Strong-Tie. Managing Partner Nathaniel Schiffer and Recruiting Director Morgan Booker led this pivotal HR search. Sarah brings a distinguished track record of global HR leadership and talent strategy experience across industrial, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing environments. As Simpson Strong-Tie continues to evolve and expand its capabilities, she will play a critical role in designing scalable learning solutions, enhancing engagement, and building a culture of continuous performance. Congratulations to Sarah and Simpson Strong-Tie on this wonderful new partnership! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g3uYvbUm
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Great insights from TCG Partner Jeff Wilbanks on the evolution of the Chief Administrative Officer role. We’re seeing the same momentum across our searches; more organizations are looking to HR and Operations leaders to take on broader enterprise mandates that connect people, strategy, and performance.
HR Executive Search & Advisory: Results-Driven Solutions for Leadership and Organizational Growth
The CAO has been a hot topic lately. I’ve had a number of people reach out recently, curious about how the role is changing and why we’re seeing more organizations lean into it. It’s clear there’s real momentum and growing interest in what a modern CAO can bring to the table. Traditionally, the CAO sat closest to legal, a steady hand guiding governance and administration. But that picture is shifting. More companies are redefining the role to be a connector across people, operations, and strategy, creating a broader mandate than we’ve seen in the past. In the last year alone, CAO roles grew 21% in Software/Tech and 13% in Industrial Manufacturing. And the talent profile is changing: while legal backgrounds are still the most common, we’re seeing a noticeable rise in CAOs coming from HR and Operations. The CAO is increasingly the glue: helping scale organizations, streamline decision-making, and bring structure to growth. It’s a role that keeps expanding, and I expect we’ll continue to see new versions of it take shape. #TCG #CAO #HR #executivesearch
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Today, we honor Veterans Day, and the extraordinary men and women whose service, sacrifice, and leadership continue to inspire us. At TCG, we’re deeply grateful to the veterans within our network, clients, and communities who embody courage, integrity, and commitment every day. Their values mirror the foundations of great leadership: resilience, teamwork, and an unwavering dedication to purpose. To all who have served and continue to serve, thank you. #VeteransDay
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