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Safari Searches U S A, San Diego, CA 574-400-9316
"Never underestimate the potential of the Human Spirit!"
"Never underestimate the potential of the Human Spirit!"
Safari Searches USA has been recognized by the scientific and business communities in San Diego as one of the Top 10 search firms in Southern California. We were founded on the premise that specialized talent can only be found through our personalized comprehensive vetting process. This includes knowledge of the industry, detailed cultural understanding and technological tools. We take pride in not just presenting highly qualified candidates but also pinpointing what motivates them professionally and personally.
Recently we've also focused on administrative positions placing Finance, IT and Human Resources professionals! With our wide array of clients, we've been approached by many to fill positions ranging from COO and Controller Positions to CHRO and VP HR positions regarding staffing and benefits. Life Sciences and Biotech remain our key areas as we place clinical and non-clinical personnel, lab operations leaders, Medical Directors, Chief Science Officers and all C-Suite positions.
We understand the market and how it presents challenges. Therefore we can work with our business partners to design a fee agreement that works for them. Got a tough search? Call us here in San Diego at 574-400-9316!
Mike Mason grew up in southwestern Michigan and made his way west to graduate from UCLA. As an Offensive Tackle on the Bruin Football Team he had a brief professional NFL and USFL career. In 1985 he embarked on a 40 year career in Executive Recruiting. He attributes his success having been mentored by Sr. Executives a
It is and has always been my goal to not only find the best and brightest, but to also become a true business partner in the process. I keep a close eye on timelines, budgets, collaborative efforts and future needs of our clients. My database is extremely valuable. I am a consultant solving problems that my clients, at times cannot see. At the same time I am the ears and eyes for my client's personal career needs.
After a short professional football career, I started as the Vice President of Human Resources for a company founded by Baseball Hall of Famer, Steve Garvey and Korn Ferry Executive Search Icon Michael J. Corey. It was there that I developed a passion for finding the right people and established myself as a premier talent management and human capital professional. I've worked with companies ranging from start-ups to Anheuser Busch, Rawlings Sporting Goods, Merrill Lynch, Pepsico and many others. Through time I've focused on all positions in life sciences, software and healthcare.
Many if not all of my business partnerships include continual personal executive relationships. Many Board Members, CEOs/CFOs/CHROs who I assist with staffing needs, continue to go on as personal clients and candidates who benefit from Safari Searches' assignments and further their own personal careers.
My way of doing business is simple. 1.) I establish a solid relationship, 2.) We gather information that sells the opportunity and describes what my client prefers, 3.) I present the agreement and share expectations.
My pace of acquiring candidates and creating a short list is brisk and thorough. I carefully get after it. 4.) I give follow ups and updates carefully based on the client's schedule.
I am sensitive to SOPs, protocols and the hiring authority's time. Reference checks can be our responsibility or the clients'. I have contingency plans as well as retained agreements that suit my clients best.
James H. Amos, Former CEO of the UPS Store/Mailboxes Etc.
"I have had the honor and opportunity to work with Mike for many years and I can say that he is a man of character, honesty and loyalty. As far as integrity, Mike has it in spades."
Pam Kelly, Executive Vice President, Concept XI Consulting Group
"I have known Mike Mason for nine years and have relied on his talent acquisition/HR expertise frequently. I can attest that no one in my 45 years of experience has outperformed Mike in terms of finding and hiring the best and brightest in our industry. He truly makes his clients his #1 priority at all times."
Steve Bryant, Former Chairman and CEO, Wildman Business Group.
"Mike Mason and his expertise helped my company grow at a rate we never expected which resulted in successful bottom line results. He continues to act as our expert in the talent acquisition and human capital fields at so many levels. I would highly recommend using his services."
Michael J. Corey, Former, Executive Vice President, Heidrick and Struggles, Korn Ferry Int. and the Chicago Search Group, LLC
"Mike was and continues to be a very special personal and professional friend of mine. I have known and mentored him for over 35 years and have seen him grow into a true professional in the human capital industry with expertise in life sciences, medical device, pharma and biotech. I would encourage any company looking to hire outstanding talent to contact Mike Mason."
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Recruiting firm specializing in biotech, life sciences, medical device and all peripheral areas including admin, finance, supply chain and c-level positions. Fees are negotiated but typically do not exceed 20%. Or clients can opt for fractionalized pricing meaning a flat monthly fee based on volume, positions/time to complete.
4726 Caminito Girasol, San Diego, California 92130, United States
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Sat | Closed | |
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