Who We Serve

Career 1 Source is the search partner for organizations in essential industries

Career 1 Source partners with leaders in essential industries where hiring decisions carry management and operational consequences - not just HR impact. We work across North America with organizations that need a search partner who understands their world and treats every hire as a performance decision.

Nationwide executive recruitment

A Search Partner for these
Essential Industries

Banking and Financial Services

Providing financial leadership to navigate the complexities of the financial sector

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Private Equity

Connecting private equity firms with executives who drive growth and investment success.

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Healthcare

Matching healthcare leaders to roles that improve patient care and operational efficiency.

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Non-profit

Sourcing mission-driven leaders for non-profits focused on making a difference.

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Transportation & Logistics

Placing leaders who streamline operations in transportation and logistics.

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Executive Search

Providing the experience and leadership our client partners need to grow.

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Why Clients Choose Us

The Career 1 Source Difference

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Essential Industry Expertise

We evaluate candidates in context, not in a vacuum—drawing on deep experience and networks in the essential industries we serve.

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IntegraHire℠

Our proven, four pillar search process that aligns every hire with your real world performance, culture, and long term goals.

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Strategic Growth Partnership

We focus on long term relationships - putting the right people in the right seats and supporting owners, boards, and founders when hires must stand up to scrutiny.

Why Clients Choose Us

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“My experience was great. David Weaver kept me inform...
“My experience was great. David Weaver kept me informed during all stages of the process and prepared for interviews.”

Shirin Z., A Happy Placement

"Great follow up and discussions. I thought that David ...
"Great follow up and discussions. I thought that David did a good job with prepping me on the meetings/interviews."

Brooke M.

David, I love the way you do your job. A competitor of...
David, I love the way you do your job. A competitor of yours called me yesterday and I told them there is an incredibly high bar we are accustomed to.

Insurance Client

Scott was excellent to work with. Very personable and w...
Scott was excellent to work with. Very personable and went the extra mile to achieve a positive result. Thanks!

Mike S., A Happy Placement

I didn’t get the chance to tell you over the phone, b...
I didn’t get the chance to tell you over the phone, but I have appreciated your work throughout this process. I feel that I knew exactly what I was getting into and what the board’s expectations of me would be. I didn’t hear anything surprising yesterday because you made sure I was well-informed prior to the interview. So, thank you very much for your work! You have been a great resource for both me and this organization.

Another Happy Career 1 Source Candidate

Having worked with the Ag 1 Source team for many years,...
Having worked with the Ag 1 Source team for many years, I can tell you'd I'd never work with another recruiting firm. The people they have placed with our company have been some of the most experienced and professional individuals I've ever worked with. Any time I need to hire, I will call Ag 1 Source.

Ag 1 Source Employer

After taking the time to look around your website, I wa...
After taking the time to look around your website, I was impressed by the number of high value positions Career 1 Source is currently searching for. Your website also offers a wide range of information, which is good for all levels of job seekers, as well as your latest news section provides similar research. I plan to stay in touch with Career 1 Source!

Chief Financial Officer, Oil & Gas Related Manufacturing Organization

"Working with Scott wedel was an excellent experience f...
"Working with Scott wedel was an excellent experience from beginning to end."

Candidate – Excellent Experience

Year Founded
years
Average Recruiter Tenure
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Roles Successfully Completed
States plus Canada
with Satisfied Customers

Hire Stand-out Performers with Real Impact

Career 1 Source places leaders and key contributors who restore capacity, improve execution, and reduce risk. Each placement is grounded in a clear definition of success and a structured IntegraHire℠ search – so you see measurable impact, not just a filled seat.