“Integrity, Integrity, integrity!”

  Kathy Laymon, MBA, SPHR, CPC
  H R Manager, Nestlé USA

“I worked with David as a candidate as he recruited me for this position in 2008. The thoroughness of David’s process is exemplary. I’ve never met anyone who invested so much in assessing candidates’ personality and skills. And I know he made the same effort in interviewing the president of this company to determine what traits and skills were truly needed in order to make the best match possible. Because of his honesty and dedication to great results, I wouldn’t hesitate to use or recommend David’s services.”   David Ashurst, MBA, CPA
  Corporate Controller, Federal Process Corp

“I was both a client and a candidate with David. David is very unique as a headhunter; he digs deep into details, both technical and personality wise and is very honest with his assessments. Also, as a client, through a situation that once developed, he demonstrated a high sense of ethics …and for these reasons I highly recommend David for financial search.”   Lee Ferguson, MBA, CMA
  Group Controller, WESCO Distribution

“When David initially called me about making a change I told him emphatically that I was not interested. Over the course of several phone conversations and a coffee meeting he convinced me to meet with the managing partner of a firm he thought was perfect for me. Needless to say, it was. He really thought about what I said when he asked what my perfect job would be. I highly recommend David Kaplan to anyone seeking to change employers or add employees.”   Kelly Mocarski, CPA, MT
  Tax Manager, Pease & Associates

“Dave is unlike many recruiters in that Dave utilizes his strong network to find and/or create jobs rather than sitting back and waiting for jobs to find their way to his desk. In addition, Dave takes the time to discuss career goals and exactly what makes his client tick. With that info, he offers suggestions about what size and what type of companies it makes sense to target. In my case, we were able to figure out exactly which employers it made sense for us to look at based on my career goals. From there, Dave was able to lean on his network to help me get placed at the firm of my choice. I highly recommend working with Dave; he’s made a significant impact on my career and I would use him again without question.”   Rachel Allen, CPA, MT
  Tax Manager, NSK

“More important than being placed by Kaplan is the fact that he often prevented me from making career mistakes. This is due to his absolute and intense knowledge of the firms and related personalities within the firms. He’s IS the best headhunter serving the tax community.”   Pat Sikora, CPA, MT
  Senior Managing Tax Consultant, The Tax Consulting Group

“We’ve engaged David several times. He is very high energy, diligent, and relentless in his execution of his engagements.”   Kuno Bell, CPA, JD
  Tax Partner, Pease & Associates

“I first met David when he was the Tax Manager at ITS and continue to keep in touch with him. Not only is he extremely ethical and bright but David also knows the tax code and tax management pretty well. Putting his intelligence and business acumen aside, what clearly sets him apart from the rest are 3 things: 1 – He’s an expert in matching people to the right environment; 2 – Talking to him is like being schooled by the master … he knows his stuff; I usually gain valuable insight from him; 3 – He’s so straight forward in his demeanor. He’s not pushy nor does he waste time with nonsense, sales clichés or predictable buzz terms. If an individual cares about developing their career or a client is sick of wasting time with “executive recruiters” then go to David….there’ll be no going back.”   Mark, CPA
  Supervisor, Regional Boston CPA firm

“I’ve known Dave for almost ten years now and have found him to be an excellent search consultant. He helped me in 2003 and I felt so highly of him that I have since recommended him to several clients looking to fill tax positions. Dave knows that filling a key position takes more than finding the right technical skills, it is critical that there be a good personal/cultural fit. He is a straight shooter and always gives good advice. He would be the first person I would call if I had a position to fill.”   Thacher Smith, CPA, MT
  Managing Director, Grant Thornton, Chicago

“Dave has a great understanding of our industry which helps to make him an excellent resource and business partner for our firm. I would highly recommend him.”   Joe Pease, CPA
  President at Pease & Associates, Inc.

“I was referred to David by a friend and was glad to accept his help and advise. David is honest, professional, yet caring and fun to work with. I would highly recommend David in the future, and gladly use his services again myself.”   Maria V. Burn
  Tax Senior, PwC

“David takes the time to learn and understand the position we trying to fill and the type of individual necessary to match the position. The result for us is productive use of our time when a candidate is presented.”   Peter A. DeMarco
  Member, Meaden & Moore

“I’ve know Kaplan for years. His word is good enough for me. He’s knows corporate tax and public accounting more than most. I think he’s still a code head at heart. A headhunter and code head all in one – go figure!! A stand up guy, very sharp and by far the most ethical dude out there …hands down.

If you are a candidate you’re in good hands; he’ll look out for your career with great competency; If you’re a client he’ll be straight up with you – no doubt.”   Neil Zaretsky, CPA
  Accounting Manager at Envision Rx Options

“Dave did a great job working with me through the process of relocating to Chicago. He did a great job seeking out job opportunities that were appropriate for where I wanted to take my career and provided great insights throughout the process.”   Andrew Balderson, CPA, MT
  Owner at Balderson & Company

“Dave strikes me as a professional who focuses on high quality work, honesty and results. He invests his time to learn about candidate’s background, long term career goals and personal preferences. Dave’s approach is to match one’s goals appropriately to potential employer work environment and culture.”   Olga Ponomareva
  Manager, Transfer Pricing, PwC

“David is one of the few recruiters that knows beans about accounting and tax. As a former accounting professional he knows the tough questions to ask candidates to separate the good candidates from the posers. By more quickly zeroing in on the right fit he saves clients and candidates time and money.”   Michael Hydell, CPA, MT
  Tax Manager, Bober, Markey, Fedorovich & Co.

“Dave has represented me as a candidate several times and has also done retained work for my firm. Dave’s knowledge of the tax market is superb, by far the best of any recruiter I have ever worked with. He is extremely good at matching candidates with positions. Dave also helped us develop realistic candidate profiles for specific positions, integrating his in-depth knowledge of the tax market with his understanding of how our tax groups were structured …by far, Dave is the best recruiter I have ever worked with.”   Brian Sturtz, CPA, MT
  Director of International Tax Services, GBQ Partners

“David is the best recruiter I’ve worked with over the past 20 years. He’s the first guy I’ve met who really tries to understand the candidate and the hiring company to create a long lasting match. He works in a way that is beneficial and rewarding for both the company and the candidate regardless of whether they’re hired.”   Steve Miller, CPA
  Vice President at International Paint

“In addition to working with David in his current position, I have known him for over twenty years. I’ve always found him to be highly professional and helpful. Additionally to being an expert in his field, David possesses a high degree of business acumen and has provided me with assistance in multiple business disciplines. I highly recommend working with him.”   Thomas DiMaio, MBA
  SVP, Chief Credit Officer at ALMA BANK