It’s like a fairytale story that lead me to my dream career with Patrice & Associates as Franchise Owner of the greatest International Hospitality Management Firm.
Growing up I always worked in the Restaurant business while attending high school and college. Through college and after receiving my Bachelor’s Degree in Business (HR Management/Minor: Psychology), I was a Restaurant Manager for a Full-Service concept while obtaining my MBA. After over 10 years in the restaurant industry, I took a position with a Regional Staffing Firm and worked my way up from Recruiter to Branch Manager to Regional Manager and eventually as Director of Sales & Marketing for over 20 Staffing locations on the East Coast. I loved my job and excelled at it for the mere fact is I loved what I did. I was involved in empowering others and helping people reach better opportunities in their career.
While working for the Staffing company, I received my MBA, got married and had 3 beautiful daughters in a 4-year period. It was evident that one of us had to stay at home, so I did. While being a stay at home mom is very rewarding my entrepreneurial spirit escalated me in my part-time career of Mary Kay where I earned 4 free cars, worked up the rank to Sr. Sales Director and oversaw a consultant team of 120+ people. This was very rewarding as well as I was able to empower woman and make people beautiful along the way.
After 13 years of staying at home and running my Mary Kay business something was missing. Hence, where Patrice & Associates came into my life. I knew I wanted to go back into the workforce but wanted to be my own boss. I wanted the flexibility to be active and present in my girls lives and build a business.
When I met Patrice Rice in 2016, I knew P&A was my future. I even informed her that it was the universe that brought us together. Who would’ve dreamed I would find the company with the same core values I hold close to my heart which allowed me to take my past 4 decades of experience.
I have found my home and working daily to better the lives of others is just the bonus. I can be the one that cares for my girls when their ill, coach their field hockey and lacrosse teams and never miss an event.
Daily I tell everyone I am in a Win-Win-Win career:
Work with us, and you get your own executive search team that understands the importance of goals, vision, needs, fit, and all the intangibles that go into a GREAT executive search match. Executives, gain exclusive access to top companies. Employers and search committees, experience our collaborative approach to discovering exactly the kind of person you’re seeking. That way, Patrice & Associates Pros can effectively identify, recruit and vet the right candidates.
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Chris Bousquet helped me every step of the way!
He’s been very supportive and understanding.I was contacted via LinkedIn by Chris, He took the time to understand my skills and experience. He was also very honest about the job. He is a true professional, and is dedicated to helping his clients find the perfect job!Now I’m about to start a new journey and thanks to Chris for all his hard work.
Many Thanks,
Christine
It was a delight to work with Corina!
From the first phone call through the final acceptance offer Corina was a delight to work with.She offered helpful tips along the way and made the process professional and very easy.It was a delight to work with Corina!Thank you!Mary
Helen Nourai's expertise and professionalism was impeccable!
I would love to share my sincere appreciation for the opportunity to work with, the one and only, Ms. Helen Nourai. During our discussion, I found our conversation to be insightful and impactful. I literally was taking notes as she and I were talking. She was thorough in her assessment of me and my endeavors, Helen Nourai's expertise and professionalism was impeccable; it was clear to me that she was a veteran at the services she provided.Although Helen was a recruiter; I felt that she ALSO was an advocate for me, as well. It was truly a pleasure and a vibe to have an encounter with her. Words cannot express my gratitude for meeting her. I truly believe that she was God sent to me. Everything I expressed to her that I was looking for, she delivered, and more. I firmly believe that I have this opportunity because of her diligence.Thank You,Destiny W.
I am really happy with all of Alex Pomponio's assistance during my process
I admire her hard work on every step and each detail. She is an incredible recruiter and with her guidance and follow up after the interview, it made me feel so secure! Working with Alex has been an awesome opportunity!!!
I am really happy with the end results, getting hired!
Andrés M.
Hez Butler was truly amazing and wonderful in assisting me with my job search
I cannot speak highly enough about the outstanding service provided by Hez Butler and the team at Patrice & Associates. His dedication, professionalism, and genuine care made all the difference in finding a career that will help me provide a better life for my son and me.
Hez's ability to understand my needs and match me with the right opportunity was remarkable. His guidance and support throughout the process were invaluable, and his commitment to excellence is evident in every interaction. There isn't a better person for the role he plays in helping change people's lives. I wholeheartedly recommend Hez Butler and Patrice & Associates to anyone seeking a career change.Thank you once again for your incredible support.
Best regards,
John
