Season 1
From Living Room Startup to $6M: How Aida Rodriguez Built an All-Wome…
Welcome back to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this episode, host Benjamin Mena sits down with the inspiring Aida C. Rodriguez, founder of Ascension Global Staffing and Executive Search. From launching her legal recruiting firm out of her living room in the middle of the pandemic to hitting $6 mil…
Resilience in Recruiting: How to Overcome Setbacks, Master Mindset, a…
Are you struggling to bounce back from setbacks in your recruiting career, wondering how top recruiters cultivate the resilience to thrive no matter what challenges come their way? In today’s recruiting landscape, high-pressu...
How Ashley Woods Built a $10M Recruiting Desk While Traveling to 45 C…
On this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Ashley Woods, a powerhouse recruiter who built a $10 million recruiting desk while traveling to 45 countries around the globe. Ashley shares her journey from being recruited into the industry herself, to burning out a…
Recruiting on the Edge with Sam Kuehnle: AI, Automation & the Future-…
Welcome back to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this episode, host Benjamin Mena is joined by Sam Kuehnle for a forward-looking conversation that pulls back the curtain on recruiting’s rapidly evolving landscape. From the explosive impact of AI and automation in recruitment, to building a tech stac…
AI Super Recruiters: How Tech Is Shaping Sourcing, Placements & the F…
Welcome back to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this exciting episode, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Steve Lu, CEO and co-founder of pin.com, to dive deep into the game-changing world of artificial intelligence in recruiting. Together, they explore why Steve believes we’re on the brink of becom…
Rich Rosen’s $300K Month: The Step-by-Step Breakdown to Winning Big i…
Welcome back to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In today’s episode, host Benjamin Mena is joined by powerhouse recruiter Rich Rosen, who just had his biggest billing month ever—raking in a jaw-dropping $300,000. Despite a market many say is “soft,” Rich is here to show you exactly how the top recruite…
Recruiting Uncovered: Trends, Legislation, and Next-Level Advice with…
Welcome to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this episode, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Trinette Cunningham, President and CEO of the National Association of Personnel Services (NAPS), to uncover the latest trends, legislation, and strategies shaping the recruiting world. Trinette brings over a …
Stop Chasing Shiny Objects: Proven Recruiting Systems & Mindsets (No …
Welcome back to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this episode, host Benjamin Mena is joined once again by Keely Flood, a seasoned sales coach and consultant for staffing and recruiting firms. Forget the hype around the latest tech and AI tools—today’s show is all about cutting through the noise and …
The Future of Recruitment: AI Talent Partners, Remote Scaling & Winni…
Welcome to a brand new episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast! Today, host Benjamin Mena welcomes back recruitment expert James Blackwell to dive deep into the game-changing trends shaping the industry as we head towards 2025. In this forward-looking conversation, Benjamin and James break down the …
Agency vs. Internal vs. Fractional: Kaylee Estes on Revenue, Relation…
On this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Kaylee Estes, founder of Estes Group, for a candid conversation about her unique journey through the world of recruiting. From starting as a technical recruiter in a fast-paced agency environment, moving into in-house…
Zero to Booked: How Andy Roads Started His Own Firm and Landed Client…
Welcome to another episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this episode, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Andy Roads, founder of High Altitude Recruiting, for a no-fluff conversation on what it really takes to launch your own recruiting firm and land clients right out of the gate. Andy share…
From $12k to Millions: Ranjith Ravula’s Journey as an Immigrant Found…
Are you ready to discover how relentless perseverance and a growth mindset can turn $12,000 in revenue—and zero connections—into a multi-million dollar staffing business in the heart of America? For recruiters, staffing entre...
$885K in One Year: How Katherine Jerald Turned LinkedIn DMs into $200…
Welcome to another episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In today’s conversation, host Benjamin Mena sits down with powerhouse recruiter Katherine Jerald to dive deep into what it really takes to thrive—and scale—in the recruiting world. Katherine’s journey is anything but ordinary: from her earl…
Mastering the Sales Game: Tom Erb's Blueprint for Recruiting Success …
On this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, we dive deep into the world of recruiting sales with industry legend Tom Erb. Known for his extensive experience and expertise, Tom uncovers the secrets behind mastering the sales game in the recruiting industry. He discusses practical strategies for …
From $1.4 Million Desk to Life-Changing Impact: Sharon Hulce's Master…
Are you a recruiter looking to elevate your career and make the upcoming years your most successful yet? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast will provide the roadmap you need. Join host Benjamin Mena as he engages in ...
$20 Million in Placements: David Bradley's Story as a Standard Bearer…
In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, we're diving into an inspiring story of recruitment success with David Bradley. Known as the "standard bearer" in the industry, David has achieved over $20 million in placements, consistently hitting $750,000 annually, and even surpassing $1 million i…
Mastering the Exit: A Founder’s Guide to Building, Scaling, and Selli…
In this insightful episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Marc Cohen, a powerhouse in the recruitment industry who has successfully built, scaled, and sold not just one, but two recruitment companies. Together, they dive deep into Marc’s journey from his humble be…
Mastering the Exit: A Founder’s Guide to Building, Scaling, and Selli…
In this exciting episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, we're diving into the inspiring journey of Marc Cohen, a mastermind in building, scaling, and selling recruitment companies. Join host Benjamin Mena as he sits down with Marc to unravel the secrets to achieving the coveted dream of exiting a …
From Recruiter to CEO: Belinda Kerr's Blueprint for Scaling and Thriv…
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In today's episode, our host Benjamin Mena engages in a thought-provoking conversation with the accomplished Belinda Kerr. Having launched and sold her own recruitment businesses twice, Belinda offers a wealth of knowledge on tra…
Leading 3,500 Recruiters: A Masterclass on Navigating Change With Adm…
In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Admiral Jim Waters to dive deep into the world of Navy recruiting and the monumental task of leading 3,500 recruiters. Discover how Admiral Waters, a seasoned submarine officer, transitioned to his role as commander o…
$500 Left In The Bank and How He Turned It into an $800K Year: Bluepr…
Welcome to The Elite Recruiter Podcast, where we explore the journey of individuals who have transformed their lives and careers through the power of recruiting. In this exciting episode, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Randee Staats, who shares his inspirational story of triumph and resilience. …
The Art of Client Delivery: Allie Millbrath Shares Her Proven Process
On this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena is joined by Allie Millbrath to delve into the intricacies of client delivery in the recruitment industry. Allie, who leads the Quinn Roberts Company, shares insights into her journey of becoming a top recruiter, crafting a successf…
The Secrets of High-Margin Staffing Companies: Focus and Thrive with …
Welcome to this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, where we uncover the strategies that empower staffing and recruiting companies to thrive in today's competitive market. I'm your host, Benjamin Mena, and I'm excited to be joined by Francis Larson, the founder and CEO of Ascen—a company revolu…
From Athlete to Top Recruiter: How Mindset, Grit, and Drive helped Ca…
In this compelling episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena engages in an inspiring conversation with Caitlin Burke, a former professional athlete turned top recruiter. Join us as we delve into Caitlin's incredible journey from the sports field to the competitive world of recruiti…