"I have had the unique opportunity to work with Maria Drakos of The John Michael Group. I have known Maria for the past 15 years from the recruiting and candidate side of her profession. The John Michael Group team has helped me recruit professionals in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Maryland. The recruiters have the expertise in their field to know what I need when I have a job opening to fill. From understanding my company's needs, to placing appropriate ads, screening candidates and finally presenting them to me for the interview, The John Michael Group has never wasted my time with candidates that have not met or exceeded my expectations for the job openings that I have placed with them. Meticulous, professional and truly a time saver, The John Michael Group has always come through form me and the companies I represent." Anthony H., Controller, NYC Gourmet Bakery Chain
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"Maria Drakos, of The John Michael Group, is the ultimate professional! She is extremely dedicated in all aspects of her work. I know and have worked with Maria for over 17 years. She is driven to succeed in everything she does. She has excellent communication skills and will work relentlessly to find the right candidate for the job." Michael M., CFO, Leading Printing & Manufacturing Company
"Maria is an extremely professional person who combines a profound, broad knowledge of the job market, particularly in the field of Accounting & Finance, with an uncanny ability of accurately weighing business potentialities of people, It follows that her suggestions and intuitions are often the best ones you can get." Giacomo C., CFO, International Food Manufacturer & Distributor
"I have hired The John Michael Group to work on searches for my firm on many occasions. The recruiters are the perfect combination of passion and professionalism and are quite knowledgeable about the recruiting profession. The John Michael Group is able to consistently present high quality candidates and mange the process form beginning to end. Maria Drakos of The John Michael Group is a solid relationship and detail oriented person who takes what she does seriously, whether it be discussing her clients' needs or providing career counseling to her candidates. Maria is sharp and witty, and her intensity is only complimented by her outgoing personality and love for seeing positive results. I enjoy working with her and The John Michael Group and feel that we have a relationship built on trust." Nicole P., Executive Recruiter, Premier Long Island Professional Services Organization
"Maria Drakos, of The John Michael Group is an excellent recruiter. She responds immediately to any job order request to discuss the position and understand what is needed. She then screens the candidate diligently to ensure she finds the right candidate for the job. She provides updates on her progress, and discusses the potential candidates in detail, so that no time is wasted by a company in the interview process, ensuring that the company only interviews the best candidates. She is very meticulous in her work, trustworthy , personable, and extremely professional. I would use The John Michael Group personally as a job seeker or as a recruiter for any opening with complete confidence that she would provide the best." Diann P., Corporate Controller, International Food & Beverage Restaurant Organization
"The John Michael Group provided diligent and focused recruitment assistance, with a personal and caring approach to our Company's needs. I would recommend them for any assignment without reservation." Michael A., Director, Human Resources, Publicly Traded Manufacturer & Distributor
"The John Michael Group is a great resource in the management of all facets relating to Human Capital. Maria is an enthusiastic, charismatic professional who is knowledgeable, meticulous and thorough. I would recommend Maria and The John Michael Group to anyone needing help getting to the next level." Paul P., Controller, Major NYC Specialty Food Retailer
"The John Michael Group has been a tremendous resource for myself and the CPA community. Maria Drakos is the utmost professional on all levels of business. Maria and her team at The John Michael Group have helped me bring value to my clients in the accounting community on several occasions. Their placement of individuals with accounting firms has proven invaluable to both the firm and client. From a third party who extensively works with CPA firms on the payroll side of business, I am comforted to know the added value I can bring to the table with The John Michael Group's services." Michael D., Senior Sales Consultant, Leading Payroll Services Organization