About Blue Signal Search

Recruiting Powered by People. Proven by Results.

Blue Signal is a nationwide recruiting, executive search, and staffing firm helping companies hire with confidence and build stronger teams. Across more than 25 industries, our recruiters combine deep industry expertise with a personal, high-touch approach to support hiring at every level, from individual contributors to executive leadership.

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Our Story

Changing lives through better hiring.

Blue Signal was founded on the idea that recruiting can change lives. The right hire can strengthen a company, shape a team, and open a new chapter for the person stepping into the role. The opportunity to make that kind of difference is what fuels our team and continues to guide our mission.

As we’ve grown, our reach and capabilities have expanded, but the way we show up has stayed the same. We take time to understand each company’s goals, market, and team, then combine industry expertise, thoughtful search strategy, and dedicated support to move hiring forward.

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Our Impact

Results that reflect the work.

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3,553+ Successful searches executed
94% Average 12-month retention for permanent placements
230+ Years of combined recruiting experience
25+ Specialized industries served nationwide

Featured Recognition

Recognition earned along the way.

Blue Signal has been recognized nationally for recruiting excellence, workplace culture, business growth, and a commitment to doing the right thing.

Blue Signal recognition from Forbes, Inc., Phoenix Business Journal, Arizona Capitol Times, AZ Big Media, and the Better Business Bureau
Forbes

5x America’s Best Recruiting Firms

Recognized across executive search, professional recruiting, and temporary staffing.

Inc.

5x Best Workplaces

National recognition for Blue Signal’s workplace and company culture.

Phoenix Business Journal

3x #1 Largest Executive Search Firm

Ranked the largest Phoenix-area executive search firm from 2024 through 2026.

Better Business Bureau

4x Torch Awards for Ethics Finalist

Recognized for integrity, ethical business practices, and community impact.

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  • Forbes

    5x recognized among America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms, Professional Recruiting Firms, and Temporary Staffing Firms: 2020, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.

  • Inc. Magazine

    5x Best Workplaces honoree: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2026.

  • Inc. 5000

    5x ranked among America’s fastest-growing private companies: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2026.

  • Phoenix Business Journal

    3x ranked the #1 Largest Phoenix-Area Executive Search Firm: 2024, 2025, and 2026.

  • Inc. Regionals Southwest

    3x fastest-growing company: No. 89 in 2022, No. 133 in 2023, and No. 55 in 2024.

  • Phoenix Business Journal

    5x Best Places to Work honoree: 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.

  • AZ Big Media

    8x ranked a Top Executive Search Firm in Arizona: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 .

  • AZ Big Media

    5x ranked a Top Permanent Placement Firm in Arizona: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.

  • AZ Big Media

    4x ranked a Top Temporary Placement Firm in Arizona: 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2026.

  • Better Business Bureau

    4x Torch Awards for Ethics finalist: 2022, 2024, 2025, and 2026.

  • Inc. Power Partners

    3x Power Partner honoree: 2022, 2024, and 2025.

  • BestCompaniesAZ

    Named the #1 Top Company to Work for in Arizona for Millennials in 2022.

  • Ranking Arizona

    Ranked #1 for Technical Placement in 2022.

  • National Association for Business Resources

    Named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2021.

Our Core Values

The values that guide our mission.

These principles shape how we support our clients, candidates, communities, and one another.

Help Others

Each of us is willing and ready to do whatever it takes to move the company and each other forward.

Do the Right Thing

Be a force for good. We are making the world a better place through positive actions.

Be Excellent

We will always go the extra mile, even when it is not easy or convenient.

Champion Change

Because embracing transformation is the key to success in a changing world.

Get to know Blue Signal beyond the work.

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Meet Our Team

The people behind every search.

Blue Signal brings together recruiting, operations, marketing, finance, legal, and people support to move every search forward with care and confidence.

Leadership

Meet the founder guiding Blue Signal's vision, growth, and commitment to recruiting excellence.

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Founder & CEO

Matt Walsh

Matt Walsh founded Blue Signal to bring more care, accountability, and expertise to the recruiting process. As Founder & CEO, he has turned that vision into a nationally recognized firm. More than two decades into his career, he remains close to the work and committed to helping the people around him succeed.

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Explore Our Team

Open a department to meet the people supporting Blue Signal's clients, candidates, and recruiting teams.

Recruiting
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Angelica Chadwick

Vice President of Executive Search & Technology

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Brent Stokes

Sr. Director of AI Strategy & Technical Recruiting

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Jeff Richardson

Sr. Executive Recruiter

Matt Latonick

Sr. Executive Recruiter

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Anna Sanders

Executive Recruiter

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Delaney Gibbons

Executive Recruiter

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Emily Schlegel

Executive Recruiter

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Jack Johnson

Executive Recruiter

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Michael McGarigle

Executive Recruiter

Milana Cmogorac

Executive Recruiter

Resume Support
Operations & Project Management
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Jonathan Lee

Director of Operations

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Brittney Achziger

Lead Program Manager

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Rosie Cole

Operations Manager

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Justin Trotto

Sr. Technical Business Analyst

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Carrie McKnight, PRC

Account Manager

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Ashlyn Pelitera

Project Manager

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Carter Tani

Project Coordinator

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Zach Kaczmarek

Project Coordinator

Melissa Pignatiello

Project Coordinator

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Sami Pietsch

Project Coordinator

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Staci Cologero

Recruiter Support Specialist

Marketing
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Lacey Walters

Vice President of Marketing

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Aylish DeVore

Marketing Manager

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Taylor Capron

Content Marketing Manager

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Dante LaBella

Marketing & Design Specialist

Finance, Legal & People
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Joe Horvath

Chief Financial Officer

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Jessica Walsh

General Counsel

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Kimberly Sjurson

Accounting Manager

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McKessa Crisp

Accountant II

The Pets of Blue Signal

Meet our unofficial team members.

They keep us company, brighten our workdays, and always know when it is time for a break. Meet the pets of Blue Signal.

Meet the Pets
Obi, a Blue Signal pet
Obi
Kygo, a Blue Signal pet
Kygo
Latte, a Blue Signal pet
Latte
Penny, a Blue Signal pet
Penny

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