We have attempted, unsuccessfully, to work with other search firms in the past. Your firm has distinguished itself from all others, particularly in understanding and addressing the nuances of cultural fit and attitudes. Whether we were looking nationally for a Managing Partner or locally for a senior level position, The VanZant Group has delivered top talent that has fit extremely well into our organization.

Your firm has proved to be a strategic partner and an extension of our organization. The VanZant Group adds value for us by identifying, recruiting, negotiating and securing candidates for critical roles, allowing us to focus on our core business and leave the talent acquisition to your firm. Your unique C5 approach gives you a clear understanding of who AIC is and how to best serve us.

We highly recommend your firm to any organization looking for an ally in this war for talent. You’ve done and outstanding job for us and we look forward to continuing our mutually-beneficial relationship.

– Peter Carlsen, President, AIC Ventures

Paul VanZant first cold called me in 2001. He got my attention over the phone and we developed a telephone relationship throughout the next year. In 2002, I was looking for a new opportunity due to a bank sale and was geographically restricted as to where I could work. Paul found an opportunity in 2002 that met my needs and I was successfully placed. From 2005 to 2007 Paul was my go to recruiter when I was in a major hiring phase for the development of a business banking team. He provided me numerous qualified candidates that met my needs. He never pushed candidates on me. During 2007, I decided to make a career change and there never was a question as to who I would associate myself with. I am proud to call Paul my friend, partner and business associate.

– Kyle Whisman

Thank you for all of your assistance over the last few years in helping Capital One Bank to build a highly professional team of bankers, as we grow our market position here in Dallas / Fort Worth. It has been a pleasure working with you, as you have invested the time to appreciate our unique circumstances and market positioning.

By your level of understanding about our business model and management personalities, you astutely recognized the desired profile of personnel that matched with us. The numerous successful placements in several of our business segments are a resounding affirmation of this.

You have my hardy recommendation to other companies that you may desire to represent, so please do not hesitate to contact me for any assistance in that regard.

– Kent Eastman, President, Dallas / Fort Worth Capital One Bank

Thank you for your outstanding work in helping me line up my position with JPMorgan Chase. This is absolutely the right fit for me, and you made the process very smooth.

I especially want to thank you for your patience, professionalism and sense of humor as we worked through this search. Your candor was refreshing and very helpful.

While this process is something I hope to never need to revisit, I will always keep you on my Rolodex.

Again, thank you for all your assistance.

– Lindsey M. Hester, Relationship Banker, JPMorganChase

Paul reached out to me during a search – we had lunch and instantly began laying the foundation for what has become an important friendship. I’ve encountered a lot of ‘matchmakers’ over my 30 year career – hiring and being hired. Paul is among the very best. He’s articulate, open, forthright and sincere – deeply philosophical – and a person of great character and principle. I’ve found him to be resourceful and thorough in identifying and qualifying candidates and he remains deliberate, patient and careful throughout the process. He’s genuinely concerned about making matches where individuals thrive culturally, grow personally, and prosper professionally. For me, the methodology he employs is a perfect blend of art and science.

– Bruce Anderson, President, Anderson Consulting