Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate meaningful connections, and at Integral Recruiting Services, that’s what we’re all about. Our team spends every day helping people find the right fit—like finding the perfect Valentine! We asked each member of our crew to share why they love recruiting (or in Pete’s case, don’t love it, but we’ll get to that) and how it inspires them.
Kelly: Building Relationships That Change Lives
“Recruiting is all about connection, authenticity, and creating opportunities that truly change lives. Just like Valentine’s Day celebrates meaningful relationships, I love the relationships built through recruiting—helping candidates find their dream careers and companies find the right talent. Seeing people succeed and work together is what drives me. Collaboration is what makes it all work, bringing the right people together to create something greater than themselves. I love learning about people as people, not just employees, and finding the right fit where they can truly thrive.”
Pete’s Take on Kelly: Kelly radiates positive energy. She’s the kind of recruiter who sees beyond résumés and job titles—she sees individuals, their stories, and how they can impact an organization. Much like playing matchmaker on Valentine’s Day, Kelly makes sure both sides hit it off for the long haul.
Suzy: The Fulfillment of a Perfect Match
“I find fulfillment in connecting people with organizations and opportunities. Helping candidates find their ‘dream jobs’ and clients fill those hard-to-fill roles. I enjoy being that ‘go-to’ resource for candidates and clients, providing value and building a solid, trusted business relationship. I feel a sense of accomplishment making that ‘perfect match’ between the candidate and client.”
Pete’s Take on Suzy: Suzy’s a natural problem-solver. She thrives on bridging the gap between open roles and the people who can fill them. Think of her as our in-house Cupid—only instead of arrows, she uses LinkedIn and a rock-solid network to bring everyone together.
Rachael: Warm Introductions & Industry Insights
“I love recruiting for simple reasons. I love to help people by making warm introductions to our clients—something that can be a challenge for others but comes naturally to us. I also enjoy keeping updated on hiring trends, who is hiring, and who is looking.”
Pete’s Take on Rachael: Rachael is our walking, talking recruiting newsfeed. She’s always learning, always connecting, and always excited to share the latest industry scoop. When she’s on a roll, job seekers feel like they’re getting insider intel on how to succeed in the hiring process.
Gina: Storytelling & Transformative Connections
“I love recruiting because it’s about discovering and sharing the stories that bring people and organizations together. Every company has a unique ‘why,’ and every candidate has a personal journey. Connecting those dots—finding the talent that fuels a company’s growth while helping professionals flourish—is incredibly rewarding. I believe in the power of promoting companies that care about their employees and seeing lives change for the better when the right people come together. That’s what keeps me passionate about recruiting.”
Pete’s Take on Gina: As our president and owner, Gina sets the tone for everything we do. She’s the visionary who believes in the power of a good story—and trust me, her stories are always worth hearing. If you ever wonder why our team is so motivated, it’s because Gina makes sure we remember the why behind every placement.
Pete: The (Not-So) Anti-Recruiter
“I don’t like recruiting at all, but I’m not a recruiter. I’m the guy who helps everyone else be successful behind the scenes. When our individuals—and our team—are successful because I helped in some small way, that’s what I love.”
Pete’s Own Confession:
Okay, so maybe “don’t like recruiting” sounds a bit harsh, but the truth is I love supporting our recruiters. Watching Kelly, Suzy, Rachael, and Gina in action—making real impacts on people’s careers and companies’ success—makes my behind-the-scenes work totally worthwhile. They’re the Cupids of the staffing world, and I’m just happy to hold the quiver.
Wrapping Up
Valentine’s Day reminds us that genuine relationships are at the heart of everything we do, especially in recruiting. Here at Integral Recruiting Services, our team loves connecting people with opportunities and helping businesses find talent that will thrive. Whether you’re seeking a new role, looking to hire, or simply want to learn more about us, we’d love to hear from you.
Have a heartfelt Valentine’s Day—and remember, true partnerships (in business and in life) are made when passion, purpose, and trust come together.
Interested in partnering with us or learning more?
Contact Integral Recruiting Services and let’s start building your next meaningful connection.
