Stone Search Associates (SSA) is a result-oriented contract/retained search firm specializing in the recruitment and placement of High Technology Professionals as well as supplying research to major companies throughout the high-tech industry. SSA has completed numerous retained searches as well as several long term contracts for some of the leading edge software companies in the Silicon Valley who market their products worldwide (see Client List). SSA provides a proven track record of filling various positions for both privately and publicly held companies through a dedicated, service-orientated approach that focuses on the client's requirements.

All of our associates have gone through extensive training dealing with recruiting techniques, the art of the ruse, candidate control, ethics and time management. This training program was developed and authored by David Stone (President and founder of SSA) and is currently being used by the temporary contracting firm H.L. Yoh as well as several high technology companies nationwide. Our staff of recruiters and researchers offer a wealth of industry experience and endeavor to provide our clients comprehensive, effective and thorough service in meeting their staffing objectives on a timely basis.

We are constantly researching the industry and have access to top professionals in several areas of specialization. SSA conducts searches both nationally and internationally for companies with needs for professionals experienced in a variety of areas including UNIX, VAX, Windows (all operating systems), DBMS, Worldwide Web Technologies, ORDBMS, Graphical User Interface, CTI (Computer Telephone Integration), Networking and Client/Server environments. We have successfully met clients needs for Project Managers, System Engineers, Sales Representatives, Programmers, Developers, Product Managers, Network Engineers, Designers, Professional Services Consultants, Practice Managers and Technical Support Specialists as well as the COO, CFO, CEO, Comptroller level. We have also assisted in the placement of Senior Marketing, Sales and Strategic Business Management professionals at the President, Senior Vice President and Director levels.

The combination of multiple recruiters and researchers along with our vast database makes SSA extremely productive in providing pro-active search services. Additionally, SSA assists with putting expert hiring teams in place by developing and implementing a standardized process/procedure for the individual business unit as well as the internal human resources department. In short, SSA is a full service search firm committed to fulfilling the complete gamut of human resources requirements.