"I've had the pleasure of working with Giacor Consulting for the better part of seven years. They not only place talent, they help develop it. They are much more than recruiters. They are consultants, giving career guidance based on their intimate knowledge of the industry and emerging trends. They're committed to the long-term success of their clients, not the short-term gains of immediate placements. They have been a pleasure to know and work with and I would be happy to speak to anyone interested in their services."

Sr Marketing Manager,
Otsuka

"Giacor is my main go-to search firm for the harder to fill Marketing roles. Giacor has done such a great job for us placing several key senior people in the marketing organization. I really appreciate all of Nick's assistance and enjoy the deep insight in the pharma marketing space."

Talent Acquisition,
Astellas

"I have found Chris to have a high degree of integrity. He was very responsive, honest, and direct. Chris is also very experienced and very well networked. This allows him to match people with organizations that not only fulfill the technical requirements but also ensures the more personal and cultural "fit" between the two. Chris often gave good advice and collaborated with me during my search. When I'm looking to work with a recruiter, I am looking for someone with a high degree of professionalism and someone with integrity, that I can trust. Chris was all of these. It was a great pleasure to work with him and I would undoubtedly recommend him to any professional seeking new opportunities and to any organization seeking talent."

Head of Business Analysis,
Dendreon Corporation

"Chris is an experienced and talented recruiter. He does his homework for both the pharma or biotech companies he is recruiting for as well as the talent he is recruiting. I found Chris to be of strong character and integrity. I can't say that about all the recruiters I have spoken to in this industry. He pays attention to fit and culture for both sides and knows how to market skill sets. From my experience Chris punches above his weight class when it comes to recruiters. I would not hesitate to recommend him."

Director Marketing,
Alexion Pharmaceuticals

"Chris can be an important asset to your company and will act more like a member of your staff than an external recruiter. He will always place the needs of his clients ahead of his own, working above and beyond his regular work hours to make the right contact with the right candidates. Chris has a distinctive ability to both recognize and recruit candidates for a variety of pharmaceutical positions that not only satisfy the job requirements, but in most cases drastically surpass them. He performs a considerable amount of up-front work for you and will send you only the right fit for the positions you are looking for. He specifically handles specialty care pharmaceutical hires better than anyone I've ever worked with. You will never have to worry about getting the "wrong candidate" when working with Chris. His personal commitment to only seeking the best possible candidates and vigorously screening them is obvious. His work allows hiring managers to use their time to focus on covering the more detailed issues with each candidate. I would highly recommend Chris to anyone seeking one of the very best recruiting firms in the biotech and pharmaceutical field."

Director Marketing,
Pharmasset, Inc.

"There's a reason that executive recruiters are called headhunters – the vast majority approach, and treat, candidates like a trophy to be caught, mounted and displayed as a sign of their prowess. Nick is different. Nick spent time, a lot of time, learning about me. Not just about my schools, experiences and deliverables, but about me as a person – what motivates me, what am I looking for, what kinds of skills do I want to gain and what kind of experiences do I want to have. I firmly believe this helped him to identify areas that would be a potential for me more effectively than other recruiters. Nick also differentiates himself in the prep work he puts into each interview and interaction. I believe I have spent more time talking with Nick in preparing for one interview than I spent with many other recruiters through an entire process. Its one more way that he is committed to making sure the fit is good, and making sure that the time spent between candidate and company is able to be focused on addressing the key issues. I feel setup for success by this process, but also feel that it leads to better interactions between the hiring company and me. Given how big these decisions are, every extra bit of insight to help determine the right path is valuable. Last, I would say that I feel that Nick really treats me as a valued client. I don't pay his fee, the hiring company does of course, but I feel he really cares about me and my career and that means a lot."

Director,
Business Intelligence, Oncology,
AbbVie

"Christopher has a immense passion for what he does. With this, Christopher is able attain high customer satisfaction because this passion translates into a genuine caring for the company he is recruiting for and/or for the person he is placing. Christopher excels at business-oriented thinking and has a proficient understanding of the industry. He is skilled at determining what truly motivates a candidate, and getting any and all information that will help or prevent him from being able to close a placement. He is also a skilled negotiator. He displays high energy, has a "never quit" attitude, and when Christopher gets a candidate, and/or a requisition, he works until he has found/filled the position. Christopher's personable, positive attitude is always refreshing and I highly recommend him as a recruiter for a candidate or firm that is looking for a colleague who has their best interests at heart."

"Nick is a thoughtful business partner and advocate. He artfully takes time to understand your needs and then seeks to match talent with opportunity. And then, he goes the extra mile to proactively coach individuals, enabling everyone to bring their best to the discussion. I highly commend Nick to both hiring managers and candidates alike - he is one of the best talent matchers I have had the fortune of working with."

"Chris O'Rourke was a pleasure to work with. He made sure to schedule plenty of time to get to know me, my background, and what opportunities I was looking for. He is definitely one of the best executive recruiters I have worked with, especially because of the individual attention he provided. In addition, he was always prompt with follow-ups and was extremely dependable. I also appreciated his thorough understanding of the biopharmaceutical industry."

"I would highly recommend Nick and his team. They always do a great job in bringing in good candidates in a very short time-frame."

"Chris is someone I'd want in my corner whether I was looking for a job or hiring for a position. He has years of experience in the pharma/biotech world and knows how to leverage that experience into tangible results for his clients."

"I recommend Nick as a consummate professional with a keen eye for talent acquisition. His proactive, transparent approach took all guesswork out of the equation. Above all, his relentless focus on results led to a successful partnership between us."

"I have known Chris for many years. He is extremely knowledgeable about the industry and deep understanding of various roles within pharma/biotech. Chris has the key attributes I look for in a recruiter- connectedness, ability to assess fit for the position, and a high level of integrity. I really enjoy working with Chris."

"Nick is a real pleasure to work with. Highly professional, reliable, and provides in depth, balanced advice. He always finds quality time, never rushes and puts you and your career first. I would have no hesitation in recommending Nick and would certainly utilize his services in the future."

"I mentioned Nick as the best recruiter I've ever worked with - in my case I felt that there was great sincerity and diligence in our interaction, that Nick really worked for the best interests of both sides, and adjusted his advise and information masterfully at each stage of the recruiting process. For the first time perhaps, I truly recognized the value that a good recruiter brings to a commissioned search. I highly recommend him."

"Chris has been more than a great recruiting consultant, he's been a trusted resource and advisor. He has a strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, and always seems to be a step ahead in spotting trends. He has a tremendous amount of passion for his work, and genuinely cares about the people he interacts with."

"Chris was professional from our initial conversation, more than any other recruiter I had worked with up to that point. He was referred to me by my mentor and exceeded my expectations while educating me around recruiting industry trends and best practices. Most importantly, he listened to my career goals and objectives and presented me with prospects that were a perfect fit. With a tremendous amount of uncertainty in the job market, you can be certain Chris is approachable, reliable, knowledgeable and well-connected. I would refer him to family, friends, and colleagues searching for new job opportunities."

"Chris has been a valuable resource from the moment I reached out to him. I appreciated that he was a careful listener and proactive in providing guidance in the recruiting process. While I know how busy he has been over the past few months, Chris always gave me his undivided attention and made it seem like I was the only person with whom he was working. Chris is clearly dedicated to placing people in positions that are a good fit for their long-term careers, and genuinely cares about the people with whom he works. I highly recommend Chris!"

"I worked with Christopher O'Rourke as an employee seeking a new professional opportunity in the pharma / biotech industry on two occasions, one of which resulted in a job offer. Christopher is a truly professional recruiter. He takes the time to get to know his customer, and understand their profile and needs, and matches the job opportunity he submits them for. He acts proactively and follows up in a timely manner. He is willing to submit you for a position that is within your experience, but may still constitute a stretch - not all recruiters have this level of trust in their customers. And finally, he is very personable and provides insights into the industry beyond a mere job search. I highly recommend Christopher as a recruiter."

"Nick and his team at Giacor have been preferred/proven search partners with some of the most respected pharma companies in the industry and could prove an incredibly valuable resource to you as you map out hiring needs. I highly recommend them and you'd be in great hands."

"Nick Giacopelli is the epitome of a strategic business partner. Not only has he been able to present us with candidates who have been prequalified to fit our stringent functional and cultural criteria, but he has also provided us with keen business insights and offerings that both complement and enhance our approach to recruiting. He is one of only a few external recruiters we call, because we know that he will consistently meet or exceed our expectations."

"Christopher is an excellent recruiter. He has brought many valuable opportunities to my attention and has counseled me in a very professional and caring way. If you are a company looking to hire or a displaced professional, I highly recommend that you get in touch with Christopher."

"Nick is one of the best recruiter, if not the best, I have worked with in my career. He listens to clients' needs, and takes time to identify the appropriate career path together with clients. He is proactive and detail-oriented. More importantly, he is experienced in what he does. All these elements come in handy when clients are in transition of their careers. I would work with him again without any hesitation when needed."

"I used Chris' services during my recent job change. Chris was always professional, personable, communicated regularly and followed through on commitments. His deep understanding of the industry and individual companies was invaluable. Though I came across many other recruiters who stated their philosophy was the "right person for the right position," Chris and his team demonstrated this throughout what was a long process. It was a great pleasure working with him and his team and I highly recommend them to anyone needing a scientific recruiter."

"The best recruiter I know is Nick Giacopelli. He keeps his clients and their candidates well informed throughout the recruiting process."

"Chris provides timely and detailed knowledge about the marketplace. He was able to match my experiences and career goals with the appropriate opportunities and provide the me the information I needed to understand each opportunity. He was also able to steer me away from prospects that would not benefit my career for the long term. He is honest, respectful and easy to work with."

"Throughout my experience with Chris, he was not only very approachable with my questions and anxiety with career decisions, but also caring about my personal life impact as well. For a recruiter, he was far from trying to do "sell" me more than help me as a friend. He not only helped me make the best decision for myself and my career, but also I would not hesitate to recommend that any of my closest friends call Chris for information and assistance with their career life decisions."

"I had the chance to work with Chris in one specific project for recruitment, and Chris has been a very good professional to work with. Very honest, transparent, customer oriented, and business focused. He always tries to understand the customer's perspective in order to provide the best service and value."

"Nick is an impressive recruiter who is an expert on the talent available for the commercial positions we need to fill."

"Christopher is highly professional, energetic and efficient. He knows the pharmaceutical industry and is great at understanding customer needs."

"Nick has been highly recommended to me as a recruiter to assist in my search for a new opportunity and in talking with him, I found his approach very unique and helpful. I would recommend him to assist with your search for commercial talent."

"Chris was timely, resourceful, and dependable. It was a pleasure working with him."

"Nick is one of the best recruiters I have ever known!! He is thoughtful, considerate and completely trustworthy."