Katalyst Group Newsletter
On April 8, 2024, the cosmos treated us to a celestial wonder. From near and far, we witnessed this remarkable celestial event—a total solar eclipse that gave us pause and captivated our attention.
This spectacle from nature offered an opportunity to marvel at the mysteries of the universe and appreciate the interconnectedness of the world in which we live and work.?Just as the moon obscured the sun, creating a wow moment of shadow and light, our work here on earth too seeks to illuminate. By creating pathways for individuals and organizations to come together, we can achieve alignment and balance in forming powerful high-performance teams.
As the path of totality swept from Mexico through the United States and into Canada, the masses were able to take part in experiencing the beauty of a darkened sky in the middle of the day (depending on location). This community style occurrence will continue to inspire me as I reflect on how we were able to take part in observing this natural wonder, together, with our own eyes.
Whether you traveled to witness the eclipse first-hand or observed locally, please do share your experiences with us. Let's use this event as a Katalyst for learning and growth.
Kevin Kaye
Principal
Katalyst Group
INSIGHTS
Want remote work only? Consider the intentional and collective effort involved to maintain a connection with colleagues. Practice Lead, Executive Search Erin Jewell covers this very relevant topic.
Who's going to get to know me as a manager? Who's going to actively engage the culture of an organization? Hear first hand from client Beth, Director of Accounting at a global Life Sciences company.
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IN THE COMMUNITY
The Economic Club of Chicago hosted President and CEO at TIAA, Thasunda Brown Duckett, who shared how her roots as a first generation integration child equipped her to become the leader she is today. We were moved by Thasunda and her support and advocacy creating pathways for ALL talent to rise up, allowing access to jobs within organizations and the opportunity to be elevated.
RECRUITING AND PLACEMENT SPOTLIGHT
Industry: Private Equity Real Estate
Role filled: Fund Accounting Manager
Client challenge: Client needed a well-versed individual in all aspects of fund accounting with experience devising and implementing growth strategies across a matrixed finance organization.?
Success achieved: Identified and placed an individual who had distinguished themselves in traditional financial services and was seeking a return to the real estate vertical.
Industry:?Healthcare, Chicago-based Hospital System
Role filled:?Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
Client challenge:?Coveted mix of budgeting and forecasting experience within hospital and healthcare environment coupled with leadership skills kept position vacant for over one year.
Success achieved:?Tapped into our curated network of hospital and healthcare finance professionals while representing the client's brand to attract a group of finance professionals and ultimately fulfill the year-long search with the right person.
CONNECT WITH OUR RECRUITING TEAM
Along with Kevin Kaye, team members?Erin Jewell,?James Lewis,?Colette N. Shadix, and Damon O'Donnell,?are broadening their?commitments to taking radical responsibility, learning through curiosity, speaking candidly, and practicing integrity.