For many years Mark Dillon, President of Natek, has teamed up with AEE and the Career Center. Natek has been the sounding board of who is doing what and where in the Energy market. Visitors to the Career Center can get valuable information on enhancing their careers and Employers can learn winning strategies for recruiting and retaining skilled energy professionals and gain insight for future employment trends in the energy industry.
From Clients…
I’ve been working with Mark Dillon for the last 15 years. As a hiring manager Mark has provided strong candidates for the positions I was looking to fill. He was objective and honest when discussing the skills and requirements of the candidates he provided. Natek has been a great partner. They take the time to understand my needs as a hiring manager and present qualified candidates. I would strongly endorse using Natek for your staffing search process. He has also placed me in executive positions 15 years ago and again this year. As a candidate Mark was fantastic to work with. Mark took the time to understand my skills and helped me understand the challenges and requirements of several positions. When we found a fit, he worked extremely well as my agent in the negotiation process.
Thanks so much for the work you’ve done to help us arrive at an accepted offer. Our firm is unique and requires a specific type of professional to be successful in any of our openings. Your vetting process included all that you learned about our firm and the role, and this is positioning our new hire for success. Your follow-up and communication throughout the process was abundant, and your candor was appreciated.
I have worked with Mark Dillon and Natek both as a candidate and to conduct searches for open positions for my team. He is a consummate professional who represents everything you could want in an executive search consultant. He is a great communicator of the essential and critical information necessary to complete a successful engagement/search, but also brings a lot of humanity to the process. He understands how to bridge the communication gaps that can occur in the search process. I recommend Mark without any reservations for executive search requirements. I know he will always be my first choice for those needs.
Just a short note to personally thank the entire team you for their extraordinary patience and wise counsel on our recent engagement with Natek. Their search identified a candidate who far exceeded our expectations, and your diligence in working with each party to bring a sometimes complex process to a highly successful conclusion was exemplary. Thanks to you and to Natek– I am sure we will reap the benefits of your good work for many years to come.
Mark and the Natek team are fantastic to work with. As a candidate, their knowledge about the company, the role and their ability to dig in with me to really understand my experiences and what I was looking for in my next role was so impressive. Mark and I kept in contact throughout the entire recruiting process, prepping me for each round and providing a thorough debrief and follow up after each interview. Never in my career have I had such a positive experience in working with a recruiting agency, as I did with Mark and the team at Natek. After accepting the role company, I am beyond excited to continue the relationship with Natek as a partner.
Mark and the Natek team, I was very impressed by the interaction I had with each of you in the search to find a President for my company. Finding someone with the skill set and temperament for that type of role is challenging. From the outset, you both took the time to understand what the needs of the business were and were able to, very quickly, provide me with a number of highly qualified candidates. Your responsiveness and communication, not only with me, but with the candidates, was impressive and much appreciated. I will use your firm for our next search, and I would recommend you highly to both individuals who are searching and companies with hiring needs.
Mark Dillon of Natek Services has provided Detroit Edison with many excellent candidates in our search for Energy Managers. His service has been professional, accurate and very thorough is all aspects. We at Detroit Edison have hired several of the candidates provided to us by Mr. Dillon. We found the candidates to be well screened with only the most qualified sent to us for review and possible interviewing. In the future, as personnel needs dictate, Detroit Edison will use the services of Natek in our recruiting efforts. I would highly recommend the services of Mr. Dillon and Natek as they will meet all your needs.
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for your excellent (and fast!) assistance in providing our many of our offices with superior Performance Contract Engineers and Project Management placements. The management teams in the offices continue to rave about how happy they are with the high caliber skills and experiences each one brings to Energy division. You and your staff possess a strong understanding of our marketplace and have developed a strong network of individuals to tap into for our opportunities. I will continue to ask for your assistance not only in the technical area, but also in sales, as well. I look forward to a long and successful relationship with you and your staff, Mark, and I thoroughly appreciate your high level of professionalism.
From the first conversation to the job offer, the team at Natek was exceptional. They worked diligently to meet the needs of all parties. I have worked with many recruiters throughout my career, and he is top notch in every aspect.
Mark, I would like to express my thanks to you for your efforts in helping to fill our recent hard to fill openings for Senior Project Engineers. As you know, we had quite specific needs in both type of background and experience in a relatively narrow field. Our efforts at filling these position through use of local and regional advertising on several occasions were unsuccessful. Although the number of responses was high, the quality of responses was not satisfactory for our needs for this senior position. I found that your efforts brought numerous attractive candidates to our attention with the appropriate background. We are enthusiastic about our recent hire and would certainly recommend your assistance to others with similar needs. Thanks again for your help.
I believe that Nateks ability to drill down with both the employer and the candidate to certain fundamental factors of compatibility with regard to skill set, experience, philosophy/culture and work pace/ethic is what makes him exceptional. Through numerous detailed conversations they were able to discern that our firm has a particular culture that we wish to promote and enhance. Only particular candidates will seek out, enjoy and thrive in this environment and it is those candidates we seek to attract and hire. The Natek team has been able to identify these candidates and articulate the mutual benefit to both the employer and the candidate. This requires excellent listening and people skills.
We recently used Mark Dillon of Natek Corporation to fill three technical sales position with our organization. From the beginning of the search process Mark worked diligently to get clear focus of our needs and the skill set(s) needed to fill the position. They worked with professionalism and expediency to provide candidates who were a close fit to our requirements. Along the way we were provided with qualified candidates and ultimately have hired a valuable employee directly through their efforts. We will use Natek Corporation for future staffing needs and would highly recommend them as a recruiter for other organizations.
I am very pleased with our recent hire of a Sr. Project Developer for our team. We needed a person who met quite a few stringent requirements, and therefore this was a difficult search. You encouraged me to engage Natek on an exclusive basis so that you would be able to give the search your highest level of priority and complete it as quickly as possible. This resulted in our being able to make an excellent hire within approximately nine weeks, including multiple candidate interviews and an extensive vetting process. We can now proceed with executing our business plan. You delivered strong candidates, and I appreciate both your persistence and thorough communications with me along the way. I would unhesitatingly recommend Natek for the recruiting of hard-to-find energy efficiency professionals.
Mark, I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for the two difficult searches you conducted and fulfilled for us. Your efforts and ability during the candidate search, interview process, and final negotiation process were professional, informed, and prompt. Both Senior Engineers hired have quickly exhibited themselves as team players and are contributing to the successful completion of our company projects. In the future we will not hesitate to contact Natek for professional engineering talent.
I shared with (the CEO) that you are bringing us high quality people to grow our Energy Solutions business. I think your understanding of the energy efficiency business and appreciation of our strategy to elevate the business, from a results and culture perspective, has served you well.
Mark, I want to thank you very much for your help in our staffing needs. We didn’t have much success with our in-house search efforts until you were brought into this search project. I was very impressed that you came back with three fully qualified candidates for me within two weeks. It’s quite a pleasure to be able to pick and choose from multiple competent candidates for a final hiring decision. You had clearly pre-screened them so well that each one was a nice fit for the position. You also maintained excellent contact with me and the candidates throughout the interview process. You are a pro in your field. Just wanted to drop you a note to thank you and wish you continued success in recruiting!
I have worked with Mark Dillon since 1989 and the traits that separate him from the average is his diligence and tireless work ethic. I can personally attest to Mark’s ability to take on the most challenging recruiting assignments and persevere to find the most talented people that are best fits for his clients. Mark has also become a household name in the energy markets and has served on many boards and has served his constituents at the highest level of service. Mark completely understands his market and can help any employer be successful in talent acquisition and retention. Without hesitation I recommend Mark Dillon to any company or professional in the energy field.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for delivering some truly excellent candidates to us and helping us fulfill key roles in our business. We are especially impressed with how quickly you were able to find solid people for the job specs that we provided. I have dealt with a lot of recruiters over the years and it has generally been an inconsistent experience until now. As you know, in a solutions business like we are in the key to success is our people as that is ultimately the product, and finding the right people in the Smart Building Solutions industry is very challenging, especially considering the diversity of skill sets that are required to succeed at the cutting edge. It is very reassuring that you are in our corner, and I just wanted to let you know what a great job you are doing for us. Thanks!
From Candidates…
I’ve been working with Natek for nearly twenty years on the hiring side of the equation and in this capacity, Natek has been amazing. They’ve always taken the time to listen to my needs as a hiring manager and always brought forward some great candidates. Recently, I had the opportunity to work with the Natek team as a candidate for a senior leadership position at an energy services firm. From a candidate position it was a total pleasure. Mark and Andrew both took the time to understand what I was looking for in my next role and kept the lines of communication open. They were especially helpful and attentive throughout the negotiation process and really sought to work out the best package for both parties. Having worked with Natek on both sides of the hiring process I can honestly say that these guys do a great job all around. Thanks!
I would like to express my gratitude to Natek and everyone I had the pleasure of working with for their incredible support in helping me secure my new position. The professionalism and efficiency displayed by the entire team were outstanding. From the moment Natek contacted me to the time I received the job offer, the speed at which everything unfolded was truly amazing. I want to extend a special thank you to you for being there every step of the way, providing constant communication and valuable advice. Your dedication and guidance were invaluable in my decision-making process. Unlike my previous experiences with recruiters, your team, including yourself, Bob, and Lamont, demonstrated exceptional efficiency, courtesy, and professionalism. You went above and beyond to assist me, and I am truly grateful for your efforts. I am immensely thankful for the exceptional service provided by Natek. This experience has surpassed my expectations and sets a new standard for recruitment agencies. It has been a privilege to work with such a dedicated and exceptional team. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your outstanding support.
My experience working with Natek was exceptional. They have built an extensive professional network within the energy market and established themselves as one of the best. Every interaction that I have had with their entire team has been positive, upbeat and supportive. The result for me is an outstanding employment opportunity that fits perfectly with my personality and professional ambitions. It was a pleasure to have worked with Natek and I would recommend him to anyone.
I wanted to take a minute and thank both Mark and Andrew for all their guidance and assistance in my Executive placement. It was a pleasure to work with you both. Your professionalism and coaching were instrumental in me securing the right opportunity.
Natek was extremely helpful throughout the entire recruiting process. On the first call it was apparent that their goals were both to help me take the next step in my career and also bring the most value to his client. They prepped with me prior to each round of interviews and provided important feedback immediately afterwards. Once it was determined that the original role at the company wasn’t the ideal fit, they worked tirelessly between the company and me to identify a different role that best aligned my skills and their business needs. Once the new role was defined, they helped me position myself to receive the best offer possible. I will recommend Natek to anyone looking for a new opportunity and look forward to the day our paths cross again.
Mark and the Natek team are fantastic to work with. As a candidate, their knowledge about the company, the role and their ability to dig in with me to really understand my experiences and what I was looking for in my next role was so impressive. Mark and I kept in contact throughout the entire recruiting process, prepping me for each round and providing a thorough debrief and follow up after each interview. Never in my career have I had such a positive experience in working with a recruiting agency, as I did with Mark and the team at Natek. After accepting the role company, I am beyond excited to continue the relationship with Natek as a partner.
What I most appreciated about Natek was their willingness to be patient while I sorted through the different opportunities that he shared with me. They listened very carefully to my feedback and kept notes so that he could find the right position for me. They were able to find a particularly great match that will advance my career trajectory. I am very excited to start my new position and will continue to work with Natek in the future.
I want to take a moment to send my sincere thanks to you for all the work you did for my job search. As you know, I will be starting my new position in two weeks and could not be happier. The industry knowledge you shared with me throughout this search was extremely helpful, allowing me to thoroughly consider my alternatives and accept the offer that was ultimately best for me. The fact that you were readily available to answer any questions I had was a huge help, especially at this busy time of year. I would highly recommend anyone interested in finding a new position or any Company looking to find qualified candidates to work with you and your team. Thank you for making this a smooth process. I am looking forward to success in my new role!
I have been working with the Natek team for seven years. They have been exceptional at all aspects of my recent job search. From initial contacts through final job offer and beyond, Natek was crucial to guiding me to the best opportunity. They have high level insight and strategies that are essential in navigating to the right opportunity and is a pleasure to work with.
Thank you for all the help you provided me. If it wasn’t for your keen understanding of what I was looking for, your patience, and your clear guidance along the way, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Thank you!
Mark is exceptional at what he does. He took the time to get to know me and my career objectives and then found the perfect position for me. He was always available and guided me through the entire process. I highly recommend him as an executive recruiter, particularly with respect to the energy industry.
I wanted to say how pleased I am with Natek. From our initial conversation, they really took the time to figure out what aspects of my position were working well and which were not, what my strengths are, and really listened to understand what I was looking for. I was impressed how I never felt pushed towards any one particular opportunity, as I had so many details to consider with different potential employers. Nateks team indicated early on that he pursued win-wins for the candidate and the employer, and they delivered.
The entire Natek team was very helpful in finding me an executive position. Their professional approach is only matched by his integrity, kindness, insight, and perseverance. I will not only recommend Natek to other employers, but now as a hiring manager, I will be turning to Natek to assist me in finding and vetting the best possible team members to join me.
I just wanted to take a moment to express how pleased I am with Natek recruitment services. Mark Dillon and the entire team were instrumental in helping me land my dream job. They were an invaluable asset to me during every step of the interview process from helping me prepare, setting up the interviews as well a communication afterwards. In addition, they played a key role in negotiating a higher base salary after the initial offer. Also, we were on a short time frame because I received another offer from a different company and I was unemployed, thus, I could not afford to lose this offer. Therefore, Natek played a crucial role in expediting me through the interview process, so I could consider both opportunities. I received an offer in one-week from my initial phone interview.
I had the opportunity to partner with Mark on a retained search he was conducting that resulted in securing employment at the Director level of a Fortune 100 company. Mark’s leadership and drive were insightful and indispensable in the accelerated process that we were engaged. I am greatly appreciative for the assistance Mark provided in finding my current position. I recommend Mark and his firm, Natek/Energy without reservation.
Natek was absolutely phenomenal in every aspect of the search process. His attention to detail, overall depth of experience and industry knowledge were key factors resulting in my successful placement with the ideal company. In addition, Andrew delivers a personal touch that resonates with both the client and the target company. I would highly recommend Natek to any company or individual looking for the best recruitment services in the industry.
The Natek team truly do their due diligence in finding a great fit for individuals and companies. Throughout the entire recruitment process, I was always kept informed of any updates, and how to prepare for upcoming steps. They have been a great resource in providing me the right outline for how to approach making the best move for my career. I always had peace of mind knowing that Natek had a perfect understanding of my needs. This has been the smoothest and easiest career transition for me, without a doubt.
Working with Natek has been a pleasure. He put in the time to understand my requirements and long-term goals for a career move. He is resourceful and has a deep understanding and working knowledge of this industry. He provided an exceptional shortlist of quality companies to consider in a very short time frame.
Recently I found myself facing the task of a job search due to my previous company’s restructuring. On the advice of a colleague I contacted the folks at Natek with the hope of utilizing their services to help me find a new position in my profession. Enlisting a headhunter was new to me and I was not sure what to expect. After a short telephone interview and a few edits to my resume’ Natek was able pair me with a company whose culture fit my philosophy and offered me a financial package better than I expected. Whereas with previous job searches I wasted a lot of time chasing opportunities that bore no fruit and were filled with stress, this experience was the opposite. I highly recommend Mark Dillon and the entire team for any energy efficiency professional looking to take the next step in their career.
Mark was instrumental in advancing my career in the energy sales industry. He has developed a large network of personal relationships with executive leaders in the field. If Mark brings you to the table you will be considered as a serious candidate for hire. He keeps your best interests in mind at all times. He is truly an invaluable resource if you are looking to land your next big job.
I consider myself lucky that Natek found me as he helped take my career to the next level. One thing I noticed about Andrew is that he has keen listening skills and really picked up on what I was looking for in my next move. He has great knowledge of the energy management industry and made the perfect match with my new employer. I am overall very impressed by what Natek has to offer and the top notch professionalism in recruiters like Andrew. Thank you and I hope to work with you in the future.
Mark was very helpful and instrumental in me getting a position with a leading ESCO. He was very professional in the way he helped me understand the hiring process. He helped me negotiate a great package with a great company. He took the time to help me understand the role as well as provided great feedback during the interview process.
Natek provided me with an amazing new career opportunity, and it was absolutely a pleasure to work with him. They provided professional coaching during the interview process and encouraged me to see myself succeeding in the proposed role which is a significant step up from my previous position. Thank you for all your hard work and the time that you invested in me.
Mark Dillon was extremely valuable when I was looking for a career move. He demonstrated a high degree of expertise and his presentation was clear and immediately actionable. Mark is extremely enthusiastic, reliable and consistent to the end. I would highly recommend him for anyone who is looking for a change and wants immediate results.
I wanted to take this time to personally thank you for all you have done, not only for bringing this new opportunity to my attention, but also going above beyond to negotiate the terms of employment and compensation to meet my requirements to move. You were responsive and checked in daily throughout the process. You knew what I needed to consider taking a new position and you were able to get the deal done. I would tell anyone, if you’re a candidate or employer looking for a top-notch recruiter to get you what you need, Natek is your man!
I’ve been working with Mark Dillon for the last 15 years. He has placed me in executive positions 15 years ago and again this year. As a candidate Mark was fantastic to work with. Mark took the time to understand my skills and helped me understand the challenges and requirements of several positions. When we found a fit, he worked extremely well as my agent in the negotiation process. As a hiring manager Mark has provided strong candidates for the positions I was looking to fill. He was objective and honest when discussing the skills and requirements of the candidates he provided. Natek has been a great partner. They take the time to understand my needs as a hiring manager and present qualified candidates. I would strongly endorse using Natek for your staffing search process.
It was clear that Natek was thoroughly familiar with the industry and had a great deal of direct experience of his own to bring to the table. Not only was the Natek team professional at all times, they were considerate and respectful of the magnitude of the decision-making process for both myself and my potential new employer. They was focused on finding the right match for all parties involved and understood that only a win-win situation would suffice. I would strongly recommend friends and co-workers in my industry who are interested in the possibility of exploring new opportunities to reach out to Natek for an ‘exploratory conversation’ as he once convinced me to do.
Mark is a very motivated manager that has exceptional client skills. Mark has an exceptional ability to manage work and generate business relationships. He is well respected in his work and possess skills on trends in business sectors.
I would like to pass on that working with Natek has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my entire business career spanning many years, working for F-500 companies to running my own business. Natek is several levels above standard, they are Top Gun; the best of the best.
Mark, I just wanted to thank you for your assistance during this process. Since my departure from my past company, I solicited the help of several recruiting firms, but you quickly rose to the top of my list. I appreciate your knowledge of the business, your advice and your overall professionalism. But more than that, I appreciated your personal attention to me. I know you have numerous clients to call on a daily basis, but you never failed to call and check in with me after each interview, after the job offer and even after I had accepted the job. You truly made me feel like I was your most important client. Thank you.
Natek has the innate ability to assess peoples' skill level and not only find the right match but 'form' the right match based on the potential employer's needs and goals. This comes from understanding the employer's goals and applying the right solution- a rare skill set.
It has been many years since I have been engaged with a recruitment firm and I can honestly say that Natek made the entire process comfortable and enjoyable. From the very first interaction it was clear that Natek was thoroughly familiar with the industry and is an expert in his field. The consideration and respect he showed during this time of transition for me was really appreciated. I will steer any senior level contacts who are interested in exploring new opportunities in Natek's direction moving forward.
Natek does an excellent job. They are dedicated, thorough, and committed to his process. Not only will they work to match a candidate with an open opportunity, but in appropriate instances will take initiative to contact his preferred client roster and see if he can uncover a hidden opportunity. They consistently goes the extra mile to deliver satisfaction.