• ABOUT RECRUITING WISDOM

  • Our Values

    What are we passionate about?

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    Growth Obsessed

    Growth is in our DNA - it fuels everything we do. We’re obsessed with growth in our professional and personal lives, and that same drive makes us the ideal partner for high-growth companies. By becoming an extension of your executive team, we help propel your success - whether it’s scaling revenue, expanding teams, or amplifying market influence. Through high-impact storytelling and a relentless pursuit of progress, we turn vision into measurable momentum.

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    Innovation for Impact

    We believe innovation should create measurable impact, not complexity. Our passion for blending human intuition with AI keeps us at the forefront of what’s next, helping companies innovate without unnecessary tools or costly platforms. By strategically assesing recruiting processes and implementing tools that enhance employer branding, drive engagement, and deliver actionable insights, we turn innovation into a competitive advantage that moves your business forward.

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    Craft Expertise

    We approach talent as both an art and a science - a craft refined through experience, data, and deep partnership. Our expertise enables founders and executives to scale confidently, knowing their entire talent function is built to grow with them. As builders of our own business and partners in growth to our clients and communities, we intuitively design and execute tailored strategies that strengthen teams, streamline operations, and unlock the next stage of organizational success.

  • Our History


    Founded over a decade ago, Recruiting Wisdom began with a simple yet ambitious goal, bridge the gap between great talent and the organizations that need it most. What started as a niche recruiting firm has since evolved into a comprehensive HR & Talent partner, serving companies of every size and across multiple industries including tech, manufacturing, construction, financial services, healthcare, retail, and telecom.

    From the outset, we recognized the importance of blending human intuition with emerging technologies to keep pace with changing market demands. Over time, we’ve integrated AI-driven hiring tools, data analytics, and strategic workflow automation consulting into our core offerings, transforming the hiring motion into an engine for sustainable growth. By leveraging vertical expertise and cross-functional market intelligence, we become an extension of our client’s executive team which is the foundation of our long-term success.

    Our dedication to our clients and candidates doesn’t end at the hiring stage. Through custom Talent Management programs, we help organizations retain and nurture their workforce through competency modeling, succession planning, internal mobility mapping, mentorship initiatives, and culture-building frameworks. As we look to the future, our commitment remains unwavering: stay at the forefront of innovation and guide our clients with integrity, agility, and a focus on lasting impact on their path to sustained profitability.

  • Founder Bio:

    In a competitive landscape where businesses across tech, manufacturing, construction, and beyond grapple with finding the right talent and streamlining efficiences, Mike Tanella stands out for his ability to connect high-caliber individuals with organizations poised for growth. Drawing on over two decades of experience, he has cultivated a reputation for guiding companies ranging from ambitious startups to Fortune 100 giants through crucial stages of workforce development and transformation.

    Mike’s early career in software development, project management, and client expansion provided a foundational understanding of how effective team’s function. Over time, he recognized that true innovation hinges on people - professionals who not only bring specialized skills but also align
    with a company’s culture and vision. By fusing data-driven insights with intuitive relationship-building, Mike developed a holistic approach to recruitment that transcends traditional hiring.

    As the founder of Recruiting Wisdom, he applies this expertise to help clients navigate the complexities of the entire hiring lifecycle. Whether optimizing leadership pipelines, enhancing employer
    branding, or implementing AI-augmented hiring solutions, Mike’s philosophy remains the same: success emerges when the right people are empowered to drive meaningful change. Through mentorship, thought leadership, and daily engagement with both clients and candidates, he continues to shape a future where businesses thrive by putting people at the center of their strategy.

    Mike Tanella

    Founder - HR & Talent Executive

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