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David L. Reliford

President

(330) 834-0600
david@cornerstoneesg.com

David is the President and owner of Cornerstone Executive Search Group, LLC.

David began his professional career with General Mills in their Management Training Program, upon leaving The Ohio State University. He progressed quickly to General Manager with full P&L responsibilities, and later to Regional Director of Operations, where he received numerous company awards in sales and profit increases. While employed with General Mills, David was featured in the Black Collegian magazine for his exemplary work and high achievements in the corporate arena. After 14 years with General Mills, David joined Cracker Barrel Old Country Store in their Human Resources Department, where he was employed for 6 years as a Corporate Recruiter. After dedicating 20 years to Corporate America, David decided to return to his first love of entrepreneurialism.

David's focus is placing senior level executives across several industries including Manufacturing, Financial Services, Insurance and the Banking Industry. David has placed Vice-Presidents, Officers, Directors and Chief Financial Officers' in Fortune 1000 companies throughout the country. With an array of contacts and an extensive network, David has had enormous success in the area of diversity.

David is an Ordained Elder in the Church of God in Christ, a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and the National Black MBA's. David has served on numerous Boards throughout NE Ohio, to include the Boy Scouts of America, Canton Urban League, and the Rotary Club.

David holds a BA in Business Management and he is currently enrolled in a Master's of Divinity program at Ashland Theological Seminary.

Testimonials:

From a recently placed Finance Leader: “During the hiring process, we spent a lot of time sharing professional and personal stories. He truly understood what was important for me and my career. Instead of trying to sell me on taking a job that would have led to a quick commission for him, he stopped the progress of (the presented) opportunity and immediately began searching for an opportunity that was better suited for me. The next opportunity came quickly, and I was hired in a role as a finance manager at a large Cleveland-area company within two months.”

From a recently placed engineering professional: “When David first called me, I pushed him off as just another recruiter who had found my resume on the internet. He changed my thinking almost immediately. His diligence was definitely refreshing, but, the most impressive thing about Mr. Reliford is that he is one the most personable recruiters I have ever worked with. He has a way of making you feel at ease and making the process very comfortable. He made it his mission to get to know me as much as possible. As he later explained, he does this so that he knows exactly what type of job or company would best suit me. He has a good rapport with people throughout the industry, and I was never worried about anything being handled unprofessionally. He is the kind of man that you want to have representing you, and I would recommend him to anyone.”

From a recently placed finance professional: “After 17 years with my prior place of employment I initially had no intentions of leaving. However through David's coaching on how I could do better and his recruiting efforts I was able to land a better position. Overall I was impressed with David's ability, so much that I have and will continue to refer those I know looking for new opportunities and those who would like to test the job market to him.”

From a Hiring Authority of a Fortune 100 Company: “Only a short time ago, you came to meet with me to understand (our) vision and talent needs for our finance function. I would like to thank you for the partnership in providing (our company) with well-qualified financial professionals. The candidate slates you have provided represent ethnic diversity, industry experience, and strong professional credentials. At (our company), we recognize that partnering with minority-owned recruiting firms, such as (CESG), is fundamental to meeting our organization's diversity recruiting goals.”

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