Our Services
Advisory
Succession Planning
Talent Mapping
Candidate Referencing
Assessments
Ridgeway By The Numbers
LEADERS PLACED
COMPLETION RATE
DIVERSE PLACEMENTS
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
“Ridgeway has been an extraordinary partner. Consistently exceeding our expectations. We look forward to continuing our partnership.”
Rene Jones, CEO, M&T Bank
Our Process
1. Kickoff
Ridgeway meets with the client to determine the ideal fit from a personal, professional, and cultural perspective and finalizes the position description.
2. Calibration
Prospects and sources contacted by Ridgeway. Ridgeway meets with strongest candidates, prepares detailed reports, and reviews with client to begin calibration.
3. Execution
Client interviews commence. Feedback collected on weekly calls. Candidate outreach continues while a shortlist of the strongest candidates is identified.
4. Referencing
Ridgeway completes additional referencing and background checks on strongest candidates, including both references provided by candidates and blind references from our network. Finalist candidates are determined and final interviews arranged with client.
5. Negotiation
Final candidate is selected. Ridgeway offers guidance on compensation and offer is delivered. When necessary, Ridgeway aids in negotiations before offer letter is presented.
6. Onboarding & Closeout
Once offer is accepted, Ridgeway then closes out other candidates. Ridgeway continues to stay in contact with candidate after start date to ensure smooth transition.