My relationship with Tim dates back almost 25 years to my first professional move in [date withheld] after eleven years with [a global food and beverage company]. Shortly after the transaction I realized Tim had a different approach to talent acquisition than other recruiters I had encountered. His follow up and personal connection with me and my career proved to be invaluable as a coach, mentor and at times a counselor. Over the years Tim has placed me twice and he has executed several top talent placements for me. Half of my executive team are Barton alum. He has helped guide me in career decision making and has demonstrated a vested interest in my success and those he has recruited for me. Beyond the typical talent search, Tim’s deep personal relationships with people allow him to understand “fit” much better than most. And “fit” can be as, if not more, important as experience and raw talent.

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The recruiting business is inherently transactional and differentiating is clearly difficult. Tim and Barton Executive Search have found a way to create value well beyond the transaction that has led to exceptional results in the businesses I’ve led. Without question, I can attribute my success, in large part, to Tim’s involvement over the last 25 years. He is not just an executive recruiter, he is a trusted advisor.​