CHALLENGE
A budding cyber risk management software company was on the brink of exponential growth and faced several growth-related challenges:
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- There was an increasing need for skilled professionals, especially software engineers proficient in Ruby on Rails, Elixir, and Python, along with a Director of Operations.
- Finding individuals who fit the required skill set and also the company culture and pace was vital.
- Following the acquisition, the company struggled with internal processes and preferred to work through ConsultNet’s Statement of Work to leverage the established trust and understanding of their needs.
“ConsultNet was pivotal to our rapid growth and success. They didn’t just understand our needs—they anticipated them, connecting us with exceptional talent that was instrumental in our journey from a startup to an industry leader. Their partnership was a key factor in our seamless expansion and eventual global acquisition.”
– Chief Technology Officer
SOLUTION
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- Over 40 key players were placed, supporting a 30% year-over-year growth and the company’s expansion to 120 employees.
- ConsultNet became the sole recruitment partner after proving our understanding of their culture and needs.
- Navigating acquisition changes was easier due to the flexibility which allowed the company to bypass less effective MSP/VMS systems, opting instead for a direct Statement of Work.
RESULTS AT A GLANCE
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- In-depth understanding of the organization’s technical and cultural requirements facilitated rapid growth.
- ConsultNet’s reputation and network attracted passive candidates and even pulled in talent from leading tech companies.
- A standard of quality has been maintained for over 7 years, resonating with the company’s evolving needs and reinforcing their employer brand.
- The startup grew in size and in value, leading to its acquisition.
