Raynak Executive
Search is a team of recruiting experts that specialize in getting you the right
people every time. By leveraging our
experience and our network we are able to reach anyone we target and ensure our
clients a broad reach into the largest pool of candidates available. While our goal is to get you the best talent
in the shortest time possible, our efforts also save time and money. If we don’t think we are a good fit for you,
we will refer you to someone who can.
Laura Raynak, Principal
People who work with Laura say that she is diligent, determined, discerning. Laura’s approach sets the tone for everyone who works at Raynak Executive Search. Whether we are involved in a search for a C-level candidate, managing the recruitment of a sales team or providing staffing solutions for, we are uncompromising in finding the best people —the right people — for every position we have to fill. Laura Raynak is the President of Raynak Executive Search, is in her 14th
year of owning her own recruiting firm, and possesses a track record of
outstanding results. She exemplifies the best characteristics of the executives
she looks for: A head for science, and a heart for people. The vision to
recognize the big picture, and the focus to track the details. Plus, that very
critical talent — good instinct. Some
people just seem to know when something will work out, and when it won’t. Laura
is one of those people.
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Blair Mandell
Talent Acquisition and Management
A background in technology, sales, marketing combined with strong intuition and
sharp deduction has made Blair Mandell exceptionally successful as an executive
search consultant.
Blair has placed individuals at all levels: CEO’s to Vice-Presidents of
Engineering, Vice-Presidents of Marketing, and Executive Directors. His client
companies range from newly-funded venture start-ups to Fortune 500
corporations. Blair has recently been building companies in the clean tech/renewable
energy space for the last two years. He has built up SolFocus, a Concentrator
Photo Voltaic company, from 7 people to over 230 worldwide. He has also partnered
with PARC, (Palo Alto Research Center) to assist them in attracting and
attaining top talent for this elite research facility.
His past clients include: California Environmental Associates, Climate Works, T Jet Technologies, Whagaa Software, Wells Fargo, Attributor, Pageflakes, DoubleTwist, Optimost, Genomic Health, ArthroCare, 3 Leaf Networks, BRM Ventures, Borland, Microsoft and Oracle.
In addition to using traditional recruiting methods, Blair has developed and
implemented internet recruitment campaigns for clients seeking unique and
hard-to-find executives. In every case, Blair is known for his methodical
planning and intensive screening, always making the client’s requirements his
primary concern.
Blair brings over twelve years of experience to his clients and is an integral
part in the success of the companies he works with.
Deborah Schnick
Director of Research
Deborah has spent the past 8 years assisting 4 partners at a boutique search firm in San Francisco. Her role was to help us help our clients find the right person in as little time possible. With a nearly 100% completion rate in under 90 days, she did a fine job. Deborah's ability to manage data, source candidates, manage multiple calendars and ensure a smooth process is unmatched. Debbie is an integral part of our success. What makes her stand out most is her attention to detail and making our customers a priority. We are honored to have her as part of our team.
