“We recently engaged AtlasAdvancement, Inc. to lead a search for a Chief Growth Officer (CGO). By the end of the engagement, Atlas had successfully placed both our CGO and a newly created Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). We were referred to Atlas by trusted industry mentors as we prepared to transition out of the small business category and sought executive-level business development talent with experience winning full and open contracts. After just two meetings, we finalized the agreement and launched the search.

Atlas quickly demonstrated a strong understanding of our strategic needs and organizational culture, presenting a well-vetted slate of highly qualified candidates—many of whom were not actively on the market, which further validated their quality and fit. As the process progressed, we found ourselves equally impressed by two very different candidates for the CGO role. Rather than choose between them, we created a new CSO position to capitalize on both individuals’ complementary strengths. Atlas seamlessly managed the pivot and supported us in closing and onboarding both executives. I highly recommend AtlasAdvancement to any business owner seeking strategic, high-impact leadership hires.”

–Alex Duan, Chief Executive Officer, Dynamo Technologies LLC

“I joined Intelsat as Chief Financial Officer and Co-Chief Restructuring Officer in mid-2019.For many years, the company relied on internal HR, supplemented by multiple recruiting vendors,to fill open positions in finance. In desperate need of new insights, more energy, and better skills, I identified Steve Laskin at AtlasAdvancement as my go-to, sole-source provider of recruiting for Finance. He was consistently responsive, moved fast, and delivered best-in-class results. I added senior hires in Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and Corporate Development who all became key team members. I had the same experience again with Steve and AtlasAdvancement when I became the CEO of We Work in 2023. I plan for Steve to be my first and only call as I move on to my next company. ”

-David Tolley, Former CEO of WeWork, Chief Financial Officer of Intelsat, Blackstone Partner in Private Equity

“I have worked with Steve Laskin and AtlasAdvancement for over 10 years, both as a client and a candidate. During my tenure as the CFO of Pansophic Learning, Steve placed a Director of Finance and a Corporate Finance Manager. He then placed me with Evolent Health as the CAO to lead them through an IPO. In addition to placing me, he also placed the Controller, Head of Revenue and Reporting, and several other key roles within the organization.

Over the past eight years at CoStar, Atlas has placed our current Assistant Controller, several Senior Accountants, Accounting Managers, and Directors. Currently, I am utilizing their services for multiple newly created leadership positions as part of integrating a large acquisition.

Steve and his team take the time to understand our culture, job requirements, and the skills necessary for success in CoStar’s fast-paced environment. I also appreciate that Atlas does not overwhelm us with resumes but instead sends only candidates who truly fit our requirements.”

-Cyndi Eakin, Chief Accounting Officer, Costar

“Our firm has used Steve Laskin and AtlasAdvancement for several key hires on my team. They took the time to understand our business and the type of candidates who would be the best cultural fit and educated us on the market and salaries for the roles. Atlas has successfully filled 4 key hires on our accounting and finance team and as roles open up down the road I intend to use them again to find great candidates. Most importantly the key hires have landed well and proven to be strong performers with high potential. ”

-Andrew Townend, CFO, CustomInk

“I was first introduced to Steve Laskin and the team at AtlasAdvancement, Inc. in June of 2022, when I joined GTT to help transform the finance function during a bankruptcy reorganization and build an FP&A department at the firm. Atlas was instrumental in partnering with me to help rebuild our team in various levels, replacing consultants with full-time staff, and establishing a well-rounded team. Over 12 months, they helped me to place two FP&A Managers and one Senior Analyst on my team, and additionally filled another six roles across the broader finance function in Corporate Accounting and Treasury. I was impressed with the caliber of candidates they delivered and the speed we were able to fill the roles. In April of 2024 I joined Great American Media as CFO in NYC, and contacted Steve and the Atlas team for their partnership for building my team in my new role, and was pleased to find out that Atlas could support us nationally. Over the course of 2024, Atlas placed a Head of Business Analytics and Director of Finance positions in NYC, as well as a General Counsel, located in our Texas headquarters, and our CTO supporting all our national locations. I continue to be impressed with their ability to understand our company culture, deliver great candidates, and fill roles with urgency and the utmost integrity. I recommend them to anyone looking for impressive strategic hires in all areas of an organization.”

–Kristen Jenkins, CFO, Great American Media

“I first met with AtlasAdvancement at the end of 2019 when Beacon was searching for both a CFO and a Chief Accounting Officer. During the CFO search process, we engaged Atlas to assist in finding our next Chief Accounting Officer. What made this search unique was that after we created a shortlist, we needed Atlas to keep their candidates warm until we finalized the CFO position. Soon after we made the CFO hire, our new CFO met the top candidates and quickly made the hire. Over the next three years, our CFO sought to upgrade his team, and during that period, Atlas assisted us with three Finance Manager searches, an Assistant Treasurer search, and several internal audit hires. We appreciated working with Steve and his team because they did not overwhelm us with resumes and aimed to send only 3-4 qualified candidates for each role. This not only expedited the process but also ensured we did not waste time meeting with candidates who were not good cultural fits or lacked the necessary skills for success in the role. As a result, we will continue to use AtlasAdvancement for any difficult-to-fill Finance and Accounting roles as they open in our organization.”

–Shana Maines, Vice President, HR – Corporate and Functions, Beacon

“As a founder member of Precision Medicine Group in 2012, I have held several roles, Corporate Development Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Translational & Strategy Officer. While we utilize our internal recruiting team for the majority of our positions, when I need to fill an executive role or one that requires excep with, AtlasAdvancement. Since Meeting Mija Yoo over over 5 years ago she has consistently sourced and placed ‘rockstar’ level talent for us in accounting, finance, and M&A roles. She and the Atlas team understand our growth-oriented culture and the type of talent needed to be successful at a private-equity backed company and always deliver when we have an opportunity for them. They are extraordinary partners to work with. ”

-Matt DeZee, Chief Transformation & Strategy Office, Precision Medicine Group

“I recently worked with Jon Bartlett and AtlasAdvancement for the first time when they helped identify candidates that I have hired to fill multiple business development/sales roles. All candidates were highly qualified, and the two I hired have hit the ground running, helping add value immediately to our organization’s efforts to grow our business. Jon and the team were professional, responsive, and helpful throughout the search and interview process. Based on my experience, I would highly recommend AtlasAdvancement for helping to fill key positions with quality candidates in a very timely manner.”

-David Kapusta, Chief Operating Officer, Xcelerate Solutions

“AtlasAdvancement really has an uncanny ability to, listen to our needs and locate the ideal culture fits for Avenu Insights. I was in search of a strategic partner that understood the beltway idiosyncrasies and our requirements very well. AtlasAdvancement was identified and was proactive and worked with a sense of urgency to help us align our position requirements with candidates in a rapid manner. Within a week, I was seeing qualified resumes to act on. In under 30 days, we were able to fill a very key SVP position for the company setting Avenu up for success in 2020 and beyond.”

–Paul Colangelo, Chief Executive Officer, Avenu Insights and Analytics

“I recently worked with Jon Bartlett and AtlasAdvancement for the first time when they helped identify candidates that I have hired to fill multiple business development/sales roles. All candidates were highly qualified and the two I hired have hit the ground running, helping add value immediately to our organization’s efforts to grow our business Jon and the team were professional, responsive, and helpful throughout the search and interview process. Based on my experience I would highly recommend AtlasAdvancement for helping to fill key positions with quality candidates in a very timely manner.”

–Andy Russell, Managing Director, National Security Programs Thomson Reuters Special Services, LLC