Melissa's expertise, experience, and guidance were all instrumental in putting me back on track in a long term job search. She pushed me to identify and state my own professional strengths and needs, and helped me develop concrete tools for networking that I can use for the rest of my career. She was also a constant source of support, and always there to answer any questions I had - or guide me to think of my questions in a new light. I am so grateful for all her help, and would highly recommend her to anyone.

Melissa is a very responsive recruiting partner. She is amazing at building relationships with her clients and with her candidates, clearly a master networker, maintaining and developing those relationships for years. Her team is very willing to take on challenging searches, swiftly providing qualified candidates, and understanding the requirements of a government contractor. I truly value her commitment to DEIB, and her additional involvement with Leadership Greater Washington's Anti Racism Leadership Programs and to her time investment in completing eCornell's Diversity and Inclusion Certificate.

When it comes to job searches, I hear people say that “preparation empowers luck.” That’s true. But it also takes support and encouragement, tough love when needed, and someone to advocate for you. This is what Melissa does for her clients, and she is wonderful at it. And I say this as someone who has worked with a lot of recruiting agencies in the past. I would have never dreamed of making my latest career move if it weren’t for Melissa. She was there, every step of the way, helping me to dream bigger, and making sure that my “preparation” was equal to the “opportunity.” I am grateful to Melissa Reitkopp, and I (highly!) recommend her services to individuals looking for placement services and businesses seeking new talent.”