Tailored Talent Solutions Rooted in
Behavioral Science

At Paramount Consulting Group, we take a hands-on approach to finding the right people for your team. By blending behavioral insights with a deep understanding of your company’s needs, we make sure each hire fits seamlessly into your culture and contributes to your long-term goals.

Our Key Principles

Discover our key principles that guide everything we do, shaping our mission to make a meaningful impact, our vision to inspire progress, and our values that uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and innovation.

Our Mission

We take the weight off the shoulders of leaders, business owners, and hiring managers. With the utmost commitment and professionalism, we recruit top performers for pivotal roles. In addition, we provide onboarding support, training, organizational development, and coaching programs that result in effective, efficient, and engaged teams.

Our Vision

To be the premier talent strategy partner of choice, renowned for establishing valued, lifelong relationships and consistently delivering exceptional solutions that drive success for our clients and their teams.

Our Values

We uphold professionalism with respect and hard work, deliver exceptional value, and prioritize client-centric stewardship. We maintain integrity through transparency, pursue excellence with a growth mindset, and embody passion with clear purpose. Collaboration is key, fostering curiosity and assuming positive intent.

Our Team

Meet the dedicated professionals behind PCG, each bringing unique expertise to ensure your success.
Jess Biller
President
Jess Biller
President
Jess Biller is the President of Paramount Consulting Group. He is an expert in identifying human potential and author of the book ‘Agents insights: The broker's guide to hiring and developing top producers.’ He and his team work with businesses in the real estate industry who desire to build high-performing teams.
Amanda Biller
Vice President and Executive Recruiter
Amanda Biller
Vice President and Executive Recruiter
After stumbling into the recruiting world in 2020, Amanda discovered a deep fascination for human behavior and motivations. Throughout her journey, she has cultivated expertise in recruitment and behavior analysis fueling her commitment to connecting top talent with leading organizations.
Sara Acocks
Executive Recruiter
Sara Acocks
Executive Recruiter
With a genuine passion for fostering connections and a keen eye for identifying the right match, Sara is a trusted recruitment partner for all your hiring needs. Her expertise in executive search spans diverse industries, with a focus on healthcare services and nonprofits.
Nicole Boudos
Office Manager and Executive Assistant
Nicole Boudos
Office Manager and Executive Assistant
Nicole graduated from The Ohio State University, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and a Specialization in Finance in 2023. Leveraging her knowledge in finance and organizational skills, Nicole serves as our Office Manager and Executive Assistant, ensuring smooth operations for our clients and internal team.
Jennifer Suain
Candidate Engagement Specialist
Jennifer Suain
Candidate Engagement Specialist
Jennifer Suain is a dedicated professional with a passion for excellence in her field. With years of experience and a commitment to continuous learning, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong work ethic to her role.
Vicki Z. Lauter
Senior Talent Manager
Vicki Z. Lauter
Senior Talent Manager
Vicki Z. Lauter has over 20 years of experience in Talent Management, with senior roles at CGEY, Accenture, and Radiant Systems. Certified in TTISI® assessments, she focuses on helping companies find the best cultural and skills fit. Vicki is committed to continuous learning and has led initiatives in women’s education and leadership development.
Jess Biller
President
Jess Biller
President
Jess Biller is the President of Paramount Consulting Group. He is an expert in identifying human potential and author of the book ‘Agents insights: The broker's guide to hiring and developing top producers.’ He and his team work with businesses in the real estate industry who desire to build high-performing teams.
Amanda Biller
Vice President and Executive Recruiter
Amanda Biller
Vice President and Executive Recruiter
After stumbling into the recruiting world in 2020, Amanda discovered a deep fascination for human behavior and motivations. Throughout her journey, she has cultivated expertise in recruitment and behavior analysis fueling her commitment to connecting top talent with leading organizations.
Sara Acocks
Executive Recruiter
Sara Acocks
Executive Recruiter
With a genuine passion for fostering connections and a keen eye for identifying the right match, Sara is a trusted recruitment partner for all your hiring needs. Her expertise in executive search spans diverse industries, with a focus on healthcare services and nonprofits.
Nicole Boudos
Office Manager and Executive Assistant
Nicole Boudos
Office Manager and Executive Assistant
Nicole graduated from The Ohio State University, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and a Specialization in Finance in 2023. Leveraging her knowledge in finance and organizational skills, Nicole serves as our Office Manager and Executive Assistant, ensuring smooth operations for our clients and internal team.
Jennifer Suain
Candidate Engagement Specialist
Jennifer Suain
Candidate Engagement Specialist
Jennifer Suain is a dedicated professional with a passion for excellence in her field. With years of experience and a commitment to continuous learning, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong work ethic to her role.
Vicki Z. Lauter
Senior Talent Manager
Vicki Z. Lauter
Senior Talent Manager
Vicki Z. Lauter has over 20 years of experience in Talent Management, with senior roles at CGEY, Accenture, and Radiant Systems. Certified in TTISI® assessments, she focuses on helping companies find the best cultural and skills fit. Vicki is committed to continuous learning and has led initiatives in women’s education and leadership development.

The Power of Behavioral Science in Talent Strategy

Behavioral science is central to our approach, transforming recruitment into a precise science. By aligning candidates' behavioral styles with the specific needs of a role, we ensure an optimal fit and extend our search beyond conventional methods. This approach attracts individuals who are not only skilled but also inherently aligned with your organization's values and culture, fostering longer-term success and satisfaction.
Role-Specific Candidate Matching
Traditional hiring methods often pit candidates against one another, leading to choices that might miss deeper compatibility. Our behavioral science approach focuses on matching candidates to the role’s exact requirements, ensuring the person you hire is the perfect fit for what your organization truly needs.
Behavioral Prioritization in Hiring
While many organizations hire based on experience and fire due to behaviors and values, we prioritize behavioral traits and core values from the start. This strategy significantly reduces turnover by aligning new hires with your organization’s culture and long-term goals right from their first day.

Beyond Conventional Recruiting:
Why Our Process Wins

Redefining recruitment with precision marketing and comprehensive benchmarking—PCG excels in not just filling positions but in crafting perfect matches that align deeply with your company's values and goals.

What Competitor Firms Usually Do to Find a Candidate

The Only Step
A conventional recruitment firm typically focuses on the job description and the criteria for success in the role. While comparing candidates to one another can be effective, it often overlooks how well each candidate fits the specific requirements of the position.
Consequently, if the candidate pool is of low quality, the resulting hire is likely to be unsatisfactory.

What We Do

We utilize comprehensive behavioral science techniques and thorough assessments to understand each candidate's compatibility with your company's culture and values, ensuring they are poised for long-term success.
Marketing the Placement
Paramount Consulting employs proprietary methods to market roles effectively, attracting high-quality candidates from the outset. We use advanced data analytics, targeted advertising, and industry insights to position roles compellingly.
By highlighting unique job and company aspects, Paramount ensures your open position reaches the most qualified candidates, leading to superior hiring outcomes.
Candidate Benchmarking
Our process involves creating a comprehensive profile for the ideal candidate and evaluating each applicant not only on hard skills and job requirements but also on values and intrinsic motivations.
Rather than ranking candidates against one another, Paramount scores each individual against the ideal candidate profile, assessing them on deeper levels beyond basic job skills.
Multi-Level Candidate Assessment
By integrating behavioral science with skill-based evaluations, Paramount ensures that candidates align not just with the role's requirements but also with the company's mission, values, and culture.
This approach enhances the likelihood of selecting a candidate who is not only skilled, but also highly motivated to make a meaningful impact quickly.

FAQs

Have questions? We've compiled answers to some of the most common inquiries about our services, processes, and how we can help your business thrive.
Why should we hire a recruiting firm when we have an internal HR team?

PCG complements your HR team by bringing industry-specific expertise and a broader network of top-tier candidates. This partnership allows your HR professionals to concentrate on other crucial functions while we handle the complexities of recruiting, ensuring you secure the best leaders for your organization efficiently.

How can we justify the cost of hiring a recruiting firm?

Engaging PCG helps avoid the high costs associated with bad hires or prolonged vacancies. Our expert team ensures you find the right talent quickly and efficiently, providing a substantial return on investment by minimizing downtime and the risks of costly hiring mistakes.

How do we know that a recruiting firm will understand our company culture and unique needs?

PCG takes a personalized approach, beginning with in-depth consultations to understand your culture, values, and specific needs. Our expertise in behavioral science and proven methodologies enables us to identify candidates who not only have the required skills but also align closely with your organizational culture and values.

Won't using a recruiting firm lead to a flood of unqualified candidates?

Our focus at PCG is on quality over quantity. We employ a rigorous screening process—including detailed interviews, thorough reference checks, and behavioral assessments—to ensure only highly qualified candidates are presented, aligning precisely with your specific needs and culture.

How can we ensure that the candidates presented by a recruiting firm will be a good long-term fit?

Our commitment is to find candidates who will thrive within your organization for the long term. We utilize comprehensive behavioral science techniques and thorough assessments to understand each candidate's compatibility with your company's culture and values, ensuring they are poised for long-term success.

What if we're not satisfied with the candidates provided by the recruiting firm?

At PCG, your satisfaction is paramount. We offer a 90-day candidate guarantee, ensuring that if you are not satisfied with our initial placements or if they leave within the first 90 days, we will promptly identify and provide suitable replacements at no additional cost.

What if we decide to hire internally after engaging your recruiting firm?

PCG supports hiring internally by applying the same rigorous screening and assessment processes to internal candidates as we do to external ones. This ensures all candidates are evaluated equally and based on objective criteria, helping you make the best decision for your organization.

How do you ensure a diverse pool of candidates?

We actively seek out a diverse range of candidates by utilizing extensive networks and sourcing channels that include partnerships with organizations focused on underrepresented groups. Our methodology minimizes unconscious bias, ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process.

What sets your recruiting firm apart from others in the industry?

PCG stands out through our commitment to a behavioral science-based approach, a client-centric focus, and comprehensive support throughout the employee lifecycle. We do not just fill positions; we foster partnerships that enhance your team's long-term success and help your organization achieve its strategic goals.

Don't recruiting firms just recycle the same pool of candidates for multiple clients?

Unlike some firms, PCG tailors each search to your specific needs, sourcing from a broad and diverse talent pool rather than relying on a fixed candidate database. This personalized approach ensures that the candidates we recommend are uniquely matched to your organizational requirements.

Isn't it faster to hire on our own rather than work with a recruiting firm?

While managing hiring internally might seem faster, PCG's expertise and resources enable us to accelerate the recruitment process without compromising quality. We handle all aspects of the search and candidate evaluation, delivering top talent efficiently and allowing you to focus on your core business activities.

Don't recruiting firms just focus on filling positions quickly, without considering long-term fit?

PCG prioritizes long-term success over quick placements. We invest time in understanding your specific needs and culture to find candidates who not only fit the role technically but will also thrive within your organizational environment for years to come.

Won't working with a recruiting firm mean less control over the hiring process?

Partnering with PCG does not mean losing control; rather, we collaborate closely with you throughout the process, ensuring transparency and maintaining your involvement in all key decisions to secure the best outcomes for your organization.

Will working with a single recruiting firm limit my candidate pool?

Working with PCG enhances your access to top talent. Our focused approach and deep market penetration allow us to uncover and attract candidates beyond those actively seeking new roles, including those in passive talent pools.

Recruiting firms have failed us in the past, why would Paramount Consulting Group be different?

PCG differentiates itself through a profound dedication to understanding and aligning with your specific needs and through the use of advanced behavioral science techniques. Our methodical approach ensures that we not only meet but exceed your expectations by securing candidates who are ideally suited for your organization's long-term success.

Engagement Options

Whether you're seeking occasional guidance or a comprehensive recruitment solution, our tiered service offerings are designed to meet the diverse needs of organizations of all sizes.

Trusted Advisor

Enhance your hiring confidence. Our analysts help define essential success traits, evaluate candidate potential, and provide strategic hiring insights.

Hiring Partner

Upgrade your recruitment efforts. Participate alongside our analysts in final interviews to secure candidates who are fully aligned with your organizational goals.

Full-Scale Recruiting

Outsource your hiring process to our experts. We handle everything from role definition to candidate placement, freeing you to focus on your business.