Ron is the Founder and Managing Partner of Bell Falls Search. He has nearly 20 years of proven recruiting experience, and has built and managed high performing talent acquisition teams and processes. Ron’s key differentiator is that he has been an operator of multi-million dollar business units owning P/L management responsibility. He approaches all talent acquisition demands from the viewpoint of the business owner and is not afraid to ask tough questions, often challenging his clients to rethink many conventional wisdoms of recruiting.

Episode 38: Bell Falls Search Focus on Talent Podcast – Jeremy Starcher, Founder MVG FWD

In this episode:

  • Some of Jeremy’s key points include:
    • The importance of recognizing personal value and curiosity in career growth
    • Development of MVG FWD reframework: six questions focusing on Motivation, Values, Gifts, Framing, Work, and Dreams
    • Advice for students and early career professionals: importance of self-awareness, understanding motivations, curiosity, and continuous learning

Episode 37: Bell Falls Search Focus on Talent Podcast – Taylor Radey, Founder Randall Pine

In this episode:

  • Some of Taylor’s key points include:
    • Her journey from a journalism major at Ohio University to becoming a guiding force in AI adoption for small to mid-sized businesses.
    • Her work on AI services at Randall Pine, including providing AI adoption strategies and real-world case studies.
    • Advice for emerging business professionals, the importance of AI literacy, and effective strategies for navigating the rapid advancements in AI technology.

Episode 36: Bell Falls Search Focus on Talent Podcast – Jess Lilly, Founder Jess Lilly Coaching

In this episode:

  • Some of Jess’s key points include:
    • Her experiences with Teach for America, burnout in teaching, and the shift to higher education and academic advisory roles.
    • The importance of a purpose-driven approach, contrasting her coaching style, focused on self-discovery and authenticity
    • The core values and concepts behind her coaching practice, her experiences as an entrepreneur, and reflects on the implications of AI in the coaching industry

Episode 35: Bell Falls Search Focus on Talent Podcast – Lauren Livak Gilbert, Executive Director of the Digital Shelf Institute

In this episode:

  • Some of Lauren’s key points include:
    • Networking and having advocates who believe in your potential are critical for career transitions.
    • The commerce industry requires individuals who can thrive in white space, handle rapid change, and navigate ambiguity
    • Lauren advised being proactive in learning, seeking out resources, and experimenting to build knowledge quickly in this fast-paced sector.

Episode 32: Bell Falls Search Focus on Talent Podcast – Paul Franke, Chief Revenue Officer Moreland Connect

In this episode:

  • Some of Paul’s key points include:
    • His pursuit of a career in counter-terrorism after 9/11
    • Playing pivotal role in startup View Ray, leveraging MRI-linear accelerator tech for cancer treatment.
    • Execution and problem-solving skills (“getting things done”) are more valuable than having a perfect background.
    • The value of a well curated personal network and the importance of being transparent and vulnerable when reaching out; most people are willing to help!