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Patrice and Associates Job Placement Success Story

Patrice and Associates loves to hear back from former candidates who worked with our recruiters. In this entry, David Currier shares his success finding a career in the hospitality and restaurant industry after working with a Patrice and Associates recruiter. Visit our Flickr page, if you would like to see testimonials from other former Patrice and Associates candidates.   “Early this year I was looking for a new position in the restaurant and hospitality industry. I needed to leave my current position to be able to take care of my Mom who had become ill with her second bout of…

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New Partnerships and Military Career Fairs

Patrice & Associates has partnered with VetFran and other organizations specializing in offering a business opportunity to veterans at a reduced rate. In upcoming months, we will be participating in military career fairs and offering seminars on "Be Your Own Boss.” Please come see us! VetFran - Supporting the Cause Growing steadily in popularity, the VetFran Program is supported by nearly 300 of the International Franchise Association's 1,300 plus member franchise systems and has enabled more than 1,000 veterans to acquire franchises. In cooperation with the U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs, with which the International Franchise Association has signed an…

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Patrice and Associates to Start Recruiting for Counter Burger

Recently, Patrice and Associates signed on Counter Burger, a California-based restaurant that specializes in custom-built burgers. Counter Burger has more than 20 locations, and plenty Counter Burgers are coming soon at locations across the country. Counter Burger is not your typical burger joint, it has contemporary, industrial décor, new music, beer, wine, cocktails and an innovative burger-building experience. Building a Counter Burger is quite an exciting process, and involves five steps—choosing what kind of burger, cheese, toppings, sauce then bun. The menu is full of tasty, unique burger toppings—from dill pickle chips to grilled pineapple! We’re thrilled to start recruiting…

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Jamba Juice Adds Food to Its Menu

Keeping customers’ wants in mind, Jamba Juice launched its new menu this week. Research showed customers don’t feel a smoothie alone is enough of a meal, and that they want food with their smoothie. The new menu is comprised of healthy flatbreads, salads and wraps. And I must say, these menu items look and sound delicious! The new menu items will first be at 222 stores in California and will be available at all 732 locations within the next year. Jamba stresses the importance of healthy living, so of course, the new menu items have no artificial flavors, preservatives, high-fructose…

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Boston Franchise and Finance Show Recap

Todd Silberhorn, Senior Recruiter and Franchise Sales; Sabrina Ball, Administrative Assistant, and myself attended the Boston Franchise and Finance Show this past weekend. We arrived last Friday to set up our brand new booth display which reflects our new branding.  We met many great people in Boston and hope to partner with some franchisees as the result. It was the first trip to Boston for all of us, so we also made time for sightseeing and fun. We toured the city and got to see all of Boston’s historical sites. We started with a dinner at the oldest restaurant in…

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Amber Faul Celebrates 13th Anniversary with P&A

Amber Faul, Patrice & Associates Recruiting Director, says, “I’ve been with P&A longer than most of our competitors have been in business!” A mother of two, Devin, 12 yrs old and Hailey, 9, Amber is the epitome of success for the work-from-home concept.  From secretary, to recruiter, to manager, to managing franchise compliance, Amber has played an integral role in the growth of P&A throughout her tenure.

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Three New Client Companies – Welcome Aboard!

We want to welcome three new clients to Patrice & Associates.  In the last 30 days Angela Guerreiro, National Account Manager for Patrice & Associates, signed contracts with Mrs. Winner’s in Georgia with 90 locations, a Dunkin Donuts Franchise in the Mid-Atlantic area which is opening 40 new locations, and a Rallys franchise with 110 locations in the Great Lakes Region.  Patrice & Associates continues to bring exciting new career opportunities to our candidates.

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Patrice & Associates Announces New Training Facility

Patrice & Associates is pleased to announce the opening of their new training facility in Marietta, Georgia.  The Crowne Plaza Hotel offers luxury accommodations including a spacious meeting room complete with beverages, morning and afternoon snacks; comfortable guest rooms with high-speed internet access; work-out room; pool; bar and a fine dining restaurant.  June’s Training Class includes franchisees from Omaha, NE and Dacula, GA.

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Patrice Rice on the Hospitality Job Market

Patrice Rice, president and founder of Patrice & Associates is interviewed on FOX 35 television in Orlando, Florida. From February, 2009, Patrice expresses optimism for the employment outlook, especially within the hospitality industry. [flashvideo file=https://www.patriceandassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/patrice.flv image=https://www.patriceandassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/fox_prev_image.jpg /]

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What Clients Say About Patrice & Associates

  • Darryl is my Coach Angel. I'm very thankful to have been reached out to for this job.  At the same time I received the call I was just listening to something and then I received the call from Darryl and things were answered.  I'm even receiving more money than my last management job ( WOW ).  Thanks again, you all changed the game for me.           Sincerely, RASHEDA KEITH Darryl is my Coach Angel
  • Corina Mack was amazing!  

    She communicated well throughout the interview process and understood my goals and expectations of the job position.  She did a great job of connecting me to what the company was looking for in the VP of Operations position.  This gave me ability to be well prepared for my interviews.   Not only would I recommend Corina, but planning on using her in my new role to continue to staff accordingly.
    Thank you,
    Pete Hodges
    Corina Mack was amazing!
  • Karen Horton did a fantastic job!

    She kept me updated on a regular basis with the company I was interviewing with. Karen was always cheerful in our interactions and made the hiring process a lot of fun. Karen was quick to communicate anything important. Karen always made me feel as if she is on my side as while as the hiring company. Karen understands the stress of the interviewing process and gives you a hand along the way. I would 100 percent recommend Karen to other people looking for a job. Thank you so much Karen!
    Warm Regards,
    - Mark
    Karen Horton did a fantastic job!
  • David was nothing short of fantastic!

    I truly enjoyed working with him. Not only was he a huge help, but I really feel as though he had and still has my best interest at heart.  Moving states and switching careers is a big step for me and my family.  Having David to work with made it so much easier.  The communication and transparency was great and he was always available.  I don't think I would have had this same success completing this process alone.  During my career thus far I have learned to appreciate and cherish these types of interactions and relationships.  Even if I wasn't offered a position I am glad that I had the opportunity to meet David even if it wasn't in person!
    Sincerely,
    Natasha Brown
    David Hotovy was nothing short of fantastic!
  • Mr. Ed Curry has been absolutely amazing throughout the whole recruitment process!

    I have never met such a professional and dedicated recruitment person. I cannot thank Ed enough for his full support, for believing in me, and for helping me start a new chapter of my professional career within just a few weeks! Ed, you are brilliant and EXCELLENT at what you do to help professionals as I establish a great career.

    Thanks, Ed & Patrice & Associates!

    John West
    Mr. Ed Curry has been absolutely amazing throughout the whole recruitment process!