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White water rafting in Southern Chile, AMAZING!
White water rafting in Southern Chile, AMAZING!
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Branding U
Branding U
Personal Branding is critical in todays business community. Is it personal, its needs to be you, so when you tell…
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal shared thisHow do I begin to thank all the people that make this possible, it is you the candidates, HR Executives, and others that provide me the opportunity ti receive this honor - I am forever grateful!! Forbes just notified me that Linked Executive Search will be recognized by Forbes as one of the top Retained Search Companie!! "I am reaching out on behalf of Forbes and Statista to notify you that Linked Executive Search will be recognized as one of America's Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms 2026. Congratulations on your upcoming achievement! Your company will be awarded in the Executive Recruiting category! The full rankings will be officially published by Forbes on May 5th, 2025. Humbled to be your friend and business colleague! Kurt -
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal shared thisTomorrow at 1 PM CST join me for a great conversation about using Linked In and accelerating your search! This is FREE presentation - interactive, it all about you as a candidate. Bring your questions to the party and lets find a way to HELP each other. https://lnkd.in/gVCrq6g Meeting ID: 882 3786 1928 Passcode: 971201 -
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal posted thisNothing is easy these days! I am having major billing issues with Linked In and there is NO ONE you can talk to. Even in today's AI world, I cannot even talk to a computer. Can someone direct me to a number of a person to talk to at LI? Secretly there must be an executive line you can reach a live person? open to suggestions, thanks team, Kurt 214.675.4516 or kurt@linkedexec.com -
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal shared thisI was very impressed with this group of Seniors at TCU, engaging, great questions, this is a new chapter for these young adults, and they are embracing the future and looking forward to this new chapter. Over 50% of these students have landed their first job!! Marianne kudos to you for creating these conversations and giving your students an opportunity to explore, learn and talk to community leaders!Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal shared thisLast night, my Strategic Management class TCU Neeley School of Business had the opportunity to meet with executive recruiter Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal He provided valuable insights into the job market, emphasizing the importance of soft skills and offering differentiation tips for success in pursuing job opportunities after graduation. The class appreciated hearing from an industry recruiter and gained a realistic perspective on their future careers. Thank you, Kurt! -
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal shared thisTODAY JOIN ME AT 1 PM CST for a free look at Linked In Recruiter - how do recruiters use Linked In! Promise it will be informative, and you will be inspired to cruish your job search - EVERYONE IS INVOITED! https://lnkd.in/gVCrq6g -
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal posted thisGreat People Know Other Great People - we are looking for a new Sr Omni Channel Marketing Manager. CPG/ Hispanic/ Retail - DEMONSTRRATED EXPERINNCE! Some of the responsibilities include: ^ Champions the omni-channel Shopper strategy including managing the development and execution of the national omni-channel campaigns, key retail/account-specific programs and initiatives that build brand equity and drive positive business results. Sets and measures KPIs/metrics for success. ^ Leads and manages key customer account plans, brand partnerships, negotiates agreements, and fosters ongoing partner relationships in support of the shopper marketing agenda and plan. ^ Leads marketing sell-in with select customers/accounts, including developing persuasive storytelling, building strategic sales decks, and representing marketing as the senior voice in customer presentations. Let's talk soon! kurt@linkedexec.com -
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal shared thisYou must know Terry Sullivan, his content is AMAZING, you do not know LI until you know Terry Sullivan!Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal shared thisPlease join me for my careerusa.org LinkedIn Branding and Social Selling training presentation via ZOOM with the link below... Date/Time: Tuesday, February 24, 1:00 to 2:00 PM (CST) Zoom link: https://lnkd.in/gppHW8ms Meeting ID: 882 3786 1928 Passcode: 971201 Please feel free to schedule a quick Discovery Call with me if there’s anything I can do for you. I’d be happy to help in any way...SpeakWithTerry.com Jeff Morris #CareerUSA.org #LinkedInTraining #SocialSelling #ono -
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal reposted thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal reposted thisA big thank you to Pete Hernandez, Meredith Baker, Jude Wardle, Stephen Lacey and Foster Williams for inviting me to present to the Southlake Focus Group! I had such an amazing time sharing my LinkedIn Branding and Social Selling tips and strategies. It was an absolute pleasure to connect with so many amazing professionals and make some great new friends along the way. Please feel free to schedule a quick Discovery Call with me if there’s anything I can do for you. I’d be happy to help in any way... SpeakWithTerry.com #LinkedInBranding #SocialSelling #Networking #Gratitude #ono
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal
Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal shared thisUniversity Career Centers Are Crushing It — True or False? Let’s be honest if only 30% of graduates are landing jobs after graduation, that’s not “crushing it.” That’s a crisis. If I were working in higher education, I wouldn’t sleep well knowing that more than 70% of young adults are walking across a stage, shaking a hand, collecting a diploma… and stepping into uncertainty. And here’s the uncomfortable part: In three months, another class arrives. ^ Same tuition ^ Same promises ^ Same outcome? Do University Presidents Really Know? Are university presidents fully aware of these placement realities? If they are — what are they doing about it? At what point do boards of trustees begin asking harder questions? ^ What is our true job placement rate? ^ How many graduates are underemployed? ^ What are we doing differently this year than last year? ^ Are our Career Centers producing measurable outcomes? ^ It’s about return on investment. A Tale of Two Pipelines, I recently spoke with a third-year law student at Southern Methodist University. He told me something striking: He already has a job., and nearly every 2026 law graduate does as well. That’s not accidental. ^ Law school’s build structured pipelines: ^ Networking expectations are clear. ^ Interview prep is intense. ^ Alumni engagement is strong. ^ Professional identity starts on day one. ^ Employers are embedded in the process. Why can’t undergraduate Career Centers generate similar outcomes? The Real Gap: ^ It’s not intelligence. ^ It’s not talent. ^ It’s training. Most undergraduate Career Centers focus heavily on: ^ Resume formatting ^ Job boards ^ Career fairs But where is the deep coaching on: ^ Strategic networking? ^ Communication skills that differentiate? ^ Interview presence and executive maturity? ^ How to reach decision-makers directly? ^ How to build industry relationships before senior year? Students aren’t taught how to compete; they’re taught how to apply. There’s a big difference. Let's continue the conversation kurt@linkedexec.com
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisThanks to Aaron W. for the introduction to Kathleen LaValle of Dallas CASA for DallasMeetup's Nonprofit Cohort 🤝 Aaron's both a Dallas CASA Advocate & an Exec Organizer at DallasMeetup, so when our nonprofit cohort was announced, he pounced on the opportunity to add value to both orgs, by connecting them 🫶 This morning as we all got acquainted (at Hugs Cafe, Inc. no less!), I was blown away by the work Kathleen and her team are doing. Providing 100% coverage in a market this size is unprecedented, and up from 15% in the early 2000's when she first joined the board 📈 We're excited to bring more stories about Dallas CASA to the forefront in this nonprofit season leading up to North Texas Giving Day 📣
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisMy twin daughters graduated this past weekend and so proud of them!
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisThe secret to consistency isn't just a calendar. I am surrounded by angels and servant leaders. One of them is Terry Sullivan, MBA . I met Terry right after I left my corporate job at Lockheed Martin. I can’t complain, they were very good to me, it was just a bit too political for my taste. Back to Terry: he really delivers impact. I am not always the best student, but I try to be a sponge. If I actually did everything Terry has taught me, I don’t even know where I would be today! I truly adore his heart and have been so inspired by his work that I try to model at least a small percentage of what he does. So when I think about success and consistency, this man is just stellar. I was so happy to see him this past Thursday at the Southlake Focus Group, which is where we first met. As I continue to reflect, I have to smirk, because my "consistency" actually comes from a very specific place. Whenever things get hectic or the routine feels heavy, I go back to one thought: "This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." (Psalm 118:24) I’ll be honest…I wasn’t always this way. I have been very blessed with loving parents who spoiled me. I usually got what I wanted, and there was never much true resistance in my life. When I choose to do something, I achieve it. With that said, you can imagine a person like me having a huge ego. But I have countless stories of God’s grace and how He has embraced and loved me through the years… even when I might have seemed cold or hidden behind a wall of pride. In my "seasoned" years, my faith has grown. I find myself getting emotional because I can’t "unsee" how good He has been to me. I've learned that E.G.O. really stands for "Edging God Out." When you treat every day as a gift and a fresh start, "staying the course" becomes a lot easier. How do you stay grounded when the week gets busy? #Consistency #Mindset #Gratitude #FaithAtWork #ServantLeadership
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisTom Delanoy and Sara Janicula are two of the best in the business both in skill and character! Congratulations! It is a privilege and honor to work along side you as your business partner! Stay tuned...there are more exciting years to come!Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisIn May, we’re proud to celebrate two of our partners’ anniversaries with TEG. Tom Delanoy marks an incredible 20 years, and Sara Janicula celebrates 14 years with the firm. We are truly grateful for Tom and Sara's exceptional leadership, dedication, and the lasting impact they’ve made on TEG.
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisLast week, my team hosted a Going Away celebration to mark my 26 years at Comerica, and I’m still overwhelmed with gratitude. From those who attended or traveled, to the planners behind the scenes, to the many text messages from afar — every gesture meant more than I can express. It’s a rare privilege to work with colleagues who honor your career with such sincerity and warmth. Thank you for the laughs, the challenges we tackled together, and the achievements we shared. I’ll carry forward the memories, lessons, and motivation you’ve given me throughout the years. Working alongside people with such heart, integrity, and commitment has been one of the greatest privileges of my career. I’m excited for the next chapter and energized by what lies ahead — carrying everything you’ve poured into me forward.
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisI’m excited to share that I’ll be joining the sf.citi Board this year, representing Gap Inc. Gap Inc. was founded here in #SanFrancisco, and our connection to the city remains central to who we are. As retail continues to evolve, technology, AI, and e-commerce are playing an increasingly important role in how companies reach customers, support jobs and contribute to the local economy. Through sf.citi, we have an opportunity to be part of a broader civic conversation about San Francisco’s future, from economic revitalization and downtown recovery to innovation, workforce development and cross-sector collaboration. We're looking forward to working alongside sf.citi’s members and partners to help highlight the role companies like Gap Inc. can play in building a stronger, more dynamic San Francisco.
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisWe had a great time celebrating an incredible milestone for two outstanding Partners at TEG! This year, Tom celebrates 20 years and Sharon celebrates 25 years with our firm, a testament to their dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on our team, clients and culture. Their commitment, expertise, and relationships built over the years have helped shape who we are today, and we are grateful for everything they continue to bring to our organization. Please join us in congratulating Tom and Sharon on these remarkable anniversaries!
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisI am so excited to share, that for the 5th consecutive year, I have been named by Forbes as one of America’s Top Women Wealth Advisors in the State of Texas. The list recognizes top female financial advisors across the United States. https://ow.ly/7YZj50YTEqS
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Kurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisKurt VandeMotter LINKED NUMBER 1 in Texas - Principal liked thisHappy Birthday, Bob Mohr! Your leadership, vision, and commitment to relationships continue to shape everything we do at Mohr Capital. The foundation you’ve built over the years is a testament to your integrity, work ethic, and ability to bring people together to solve complex challenges. Wishing you a great year ahead.
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Development Chairman
Dallas Can Academy Charter
- 3 years
Children
We helped raise money for the endowment and increase awareness in our community.
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Volunteer
Stew Pot
- 8 years
Poverty Alleviation
I had a couple guys that I met with weekly to determine and develop a long-term savings plan. Both of my guys passed away.
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Finance Chair, Mentoring Lead
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas
- Present 6 years
Social Services
In 2022 we raised over 800Kfor our local community. Great teamwork thanks to my fellow board members, friends and family!
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