May 20, 2013

Auburn Hills, Mich. – Last Saturday, thousands of people came out for the 21st annual Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure in downtown Detroit. . A number of Reliance One employees and their families participated in the 22nd annual race.  “The weather was beautiful and it was great to see such an amazing turn out. This is such a great cause and we are glad that we can contribute towards the research and the cure of breast cancer.” Says, Chad Toms, National Sales Manager at Reliance One.

About Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure®

Susan G. Komen, who is the global leader of the breast cancer movement, is an inspiration who fought breast cancer with everything she had. Throughout her diagnosis, she spent her time coming up with ways to make life better for other women fighting breast cancer instead of worrying about her condition. Nancy G. Brinker promised her sister that she would do everything she could to end breast cancer forever.

That ‘promise’ is now known as the Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, which has invested more than $1.9 billion since its start in 1982. They work together to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and motivate scientists to find the cures needed. Thanks to events, such as the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure®, and generous contributions from sponsors and fellow supporters, they have become the largest source of nonprofit funds devoted to the fight against breast cancer in the world.

About Reliance One, Inc.

Reliance One Inc. is a minority-owned, MMSDC-certified staffing corporation headquartered in Michigan with a focus on matching the ideal professional to a client’s specific needs for both long-term, short-term, or project based positions (including temporary, temporary to direct, or direct). 

Contact

Reliance One, Inc.
1700 Harmon Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
248-922-4500
rwicker@reliance-one.com
Fax: (248) 922-5660
www.reliance-one.com

May 20, 2013

Auburn Hills, Mich. – Last Thursday, Reliance One hosted a networking event Tercer Jueves (Third Thursday), welcoming the Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (MHCC) and Camilo Suero, who is MHCC’s new Executive Director.  The event took place at Reliance One’s headquarters, located in Auburn Hills, and was a great success. “We are excited to have Camilo as the new Executive Director of the MHCC.  His experience and enthusiasm will bring value to the over 11,000 Hispanic Owned businesses in Michigan.” Says Jim Beath, President of Reliance One.  Camilo Suero spoke about the strategic direction of the MHCC as well as upcoming events.

About the MHCC

Established in September of 1989, The Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit business association governed by a 30-member Board of Directors that embodies the business diversity of its membership.  They are the leading gateway to the state’s 11,000 Hispanic businesses and over 400,000 Latino consumers. MHCC serves as an activist for jobs and economic development by sponsoring participation in supplier diversity development programs and international trade with Mexico and other Latin American countries. 

MHCC's membership mirrors the assortment of Hispanic business enterprises in the state.  Their member firms have steadily been ranked among the Top Hispanic-owned firms both regionally and nationally.

About Reliance One, Inc.

Reliance One Inc. is a minority-owned, MMSDC-certified staffing corporation headquartered in Michigan with a focus on matching the ideal professional to a client’s specific needs for both long-term, short-term, or project based positions (including temporary, temporary to direct, or direct). 

Contact

Reliance One, Inc.
1700 Harmon Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
248-922-4500
rwicker@reliance-one.com
Fax: (248) 922-5660
www.reliance-one.com

By: Reliance One, Inc.
May 8, 2013

Auburn Hills, MI – Reliance One is pleased to announce that they will be hosting a meet and greet event with the New Executive Director of the Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (MHCC), Camilo Suero. This event will take place on May 16, 2013 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at the Reliance One Headquarters in Auburn Hills.  As a Certified Minority owned and operated business, Reliance One takes great pride in supporting the MHCC and their efforts. “It is a great honor to be given the opportunity to host such a prestigious event. The MHCC membership will provide Camilo their support by attending this reception,” remarked James Beath, President. There is a designated time slot during the event for business networking to ensure that members are able to spend their time efficiently. More information regarding the event can be found on the MHCC website: www.mhcc.org.  

About Camilo Suero

Camilo Suero is now the Executive Director of MHCC and is responsible for representing the interests of the 11,000 Hispanic owned business in Michigan and management of day-to-day Chamber operations.  Gary Gonzalez, Chairman of the MHCC Board of Directors, has said that he “brings the right combination of corporate supply chain experience and a background in leading a professional business association as immediate past President of the MHCC Board of Directors”. 

Before linking up with the Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Suero finished a 17 year career in Logistics and Supply Chain Management which was spread between Ryder Logistics and Ford Motor Company.  While at Ford, he assisted new and concerned suppliers putting into effect guidelines and recovery actions that were able to make business with OEMs successful.  

Suero is well known in the local Hispanic community as having served as President of the Detroit Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBA’s while also serving as a member on the executive board of Ford Hispanic Network.  He obtains a Masters in Business Administration from Wayne State University, Detroit, and a B.S. in Business Administration from UNIBE, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. 

Camilo Suero is expected to grow the value of the MHCC membership, which will develop opportunities for business growth and development while also delivering access to needed business services. 

About Reliance One, Inc.

Reliance One Inc. is a minority-owned, MMSDC-certified staffing corporation headquartered in Michigan with a focus on matching the ideal professional to a client’s specific needs for both long-term, short-term, or project based positions (including temporary, temporary to direct, or direct).

Since 1998, Reliance One has employed thousands of employees and has served hundreds of clients in various industries, including Medical, Information Technology, Automotive, Finance/Accounting, and Manufacturing. These clients rely on the flexible solutions that Reliance One provides which translate to marked improvement in performance, a reduction of costs, and the use of timely resources.

Reliance One, Inc. has been recognized by Crain’s Detroit Business as one of the Top 20 Largest Staffing-Service Companies and the Top 30 Fastest Growing Companies within the State of Michigan.

Contact

Reliance One, Inc.
1700 Harmon Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Rob Wicker
Office: (248) 922-5641
Fax: (248) 922-5660
www.reliance-one.com

May 7, 2013
 

Auburn Hills, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reliance One, Inc. is expanding our Test Driving Program that will require the hiring of 400+ Test Drivers for a project that extends into 2014. The Test Drivers will be working at various undisclosed Tier 1 Supplier site, in Southeast Michigan, driving pre/post-production vehicles.
The Reliance One Test Driving Division is looking for employees who have an open availability. There will be both 1st and 2nd shift positions paying $8.25 an hour.
We are looking for candidates that are at least 19 years old, with a valid Drivers’ License and an excellent driving record. To be eligible, candidates must have a great attention to detail. This opportunity will allow candidates to experience the cutting edge of automobile technology. If people are interested they should send their resume to drivers@reliance-one.com or call 248-393-1030.
 

About Reliance One, Inc.

Reliance One Inc. is a minority-owned, MMSDC-certified staffing corporation headquartered in Michigan with a focus on matching the ideal professional to a client’s specific needs for both long-term, short-term, or project based positions (including temporary, temporary to direct, or direct).
 

Contact
 

Reliance One, Inc.
1700 Harmon Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
248-393-1030
drivers@reliance-one.com
Fax: (248) 922-5660
www.reliance-one.com
 

Reliance One’s WE BUILD TEAMS philosophy goes hand in hand with Leadership Oakland’s mission that explains their devotion to “develop leadership skills, expose individuals to key issues impacting the region and enable participants to reach their full potential personally, professionally, and through public service to their communities.” Reliance One has recently registered as a sponsor for the 2013 Day of Leadership.

Leadership Oakland is calling out to all community members that are willing to help improve local organizations. Volunteers will complete spring projects such as planting a community garden, painting a building exterior, and general clean up. The following establishments will benefit from the developments, Community Housing Network, Incorporated, Crossroads for Youth, and Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center. The “Day of Service” is Saturday, April 20, 2013 from approximately 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. with a celebration for the volunteers following everyone’s hard work. Chris Cardenas, Account Manager at Reliance One, and his family have signed up to support Leadership Oakland by volunteering on a project from the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center. The Reliance One family supports the efforts of Leadership Oakland and encourages everyone to go out and make a positive change in the community.

“Denim Day,” was a huge success at Reliance One, Inc. As a fun and professional company, it was a great opportunity for the employees to support a cause while enjoying the perks of wearing jeans to work. Funds raised on Friday April 26th will go to HAVEN, an Oakland County organization that assists victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. The inspiration for this event was a result of L. Brooks Patterson encouraging the community to participate; the owners did not hesitate once they found out the great cause that the company would be supporting. As a result, Reliance One matched 100% of the contributions made by their employees. For more information about participating in Denim Day or making a donation to support victims of sexual assault and domestic violence, contact HAVEN at 248-334-1284, ext. 346.

As active members of the community, Reliance One and its employees continue to host fundraising events to support local causes. Currently the team is working to sponsor a wish through the Rainbow Connection. The team is about a quarter of the way to their goal with a Cinco De Mayo Celebration planned for Friday May 3rd and another event scheduled at Air Time Trampoline on June 6th. For more information regarding the Rainbow Connection please visit: http://www.rainbowconnection.org.

What does it take to become an effective leader? Sadly, few put in the time and effort it takes to improve their leadership skills. As author of the article, Learn to Listen to Your Team, Jim Kim recognizes leadership as a contact sport suggesting you will only find success in leadership if you listen to your team and understand how they respond to you.

At Reliance One, We Build Teams. Our sales teams consist of Account Managers and Recruiters that are constantly working to develop themselves. Technical Recruiter, Wes Oliver, quotes “When I started, I made it clear I wanted to move into sales. My Manager Ryan Long supported my goal, set an example, and consistently pushes me to improve.” One of the motto’s “Don’t get comfortable” is constantly used around the office by Vice President, Jim Paquette. This motto reminds everyone that there is no finish line when striving for success. Our leaders expect change and are willing to adapt to whatever mission is set before them.

A company leader, Jeff Gardner states, “You cannot lead if you are not approachable.  At Reliance One we have created an open environment where our leaders actively seek out the opinions of everyone in our company.  Though it is important to be decisive as a leader, it is important that every employee is heard, even if everyone does not agree.  It is important to lead but, just as important to listen and solicit feedback.” Learn more about the “sport” of leading in the article below, http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130226114206-32702694-best-advice-learn-to-listen-to-your-team

Tomorrow, February 20th, marks the date for Reliance One’s first career fair! The theme “Steer your Career” mirrors the company’s internal philosophy of creating your own destiny in a career of Recruiting and Sales.  Voted Top 100 Workplaces by the Detroit Free Press and Coolest Places to Work by Crain’s, Reliance One offers a unique environment where employees are encouraged to grab the wheel and choose the career path they desire.  Our primary goal is to identify individuals who are seeking a long term career path that revolves around Outside Sales and Account Management.  Reliance One has lofty goals and we are seeking those that want to help blaze new trails for the company. 

The company’s target is to hire 100 new Recruiters with an entrepreneurial spirit in the next 18 months to fulfill future sales positions. The vibrant atmosphere sets this company apart from other employers. In March of 2012, Reliance One built a 22,000 square foot, state of the art Headquarters in Auburn Hills.  “The office was built with high energy in mind, complete with height adjustable desks, big screen TV’s, a semi-truck horn, and a fitness center”, Vice President of National Accounts, Chad Toms adds “The environment is exciting, fun, and productive all at the same time.  It was built with the mind set to attract new employees that thrive in a high energy environment.  We are not a 9-5 type company; we are a company of entrepreneurs.”

The event will be held tomorrow, February 20th, 2013 from 11:00AM – 3:00PM at the Crowne Plaza Convention Center in the University Ballroom at 1500 North Opdyke Road in Auburn Hills, MI 48326. Candidates should bring updated resumes to share with on-site recruiters who will be conducting interviews. Successful candidates will be invited to the Reliance One headquarters on February 21st for a tour and additional interviews related to internal Recruiting and Sales opportunities only. If you are someone that is seeking an opportunity besides sales or recruiting, your resume will be distributed to our internal staff for consideration of our client specific needs. 

As an added incentive each candidate who attends the fair and visits the social media table will be entered into a drawing for an iPad Mini! For a chance to steer your career toward success come visit Reliance One tomorrow from 11-3 at the Crowne Plaza! If you are unable to attend the fair please send your resume to careerfair@reliance-one.com to be considered. Be sure to stay connected to Reliance One by following us on LinkedIn and liking us on Facebook .

For the first time in the corporation’s history, Reliance One is hosting their own career fair. The theme “Steer your Career” mirrors the company’s internal philosophy of creating your own destiny. Voted Top 100 Workplaces by the Detroit Free Press and Coolest Places to Work by Crain’s, Reliance One offers a unique environment where employees are encouraged to grab the wheel and choose the career path they desire. 

The Country’s economic state continues to rise causing a demand for staffing; Reliance One’s response is to hire 100 internal employees in the next 18 months to fulfill future sales positions. The career path starts as a Technical Recruiter with a strong emphasis on growing to a territory sales role.  Our Reliance One Team is compensated with a competitive salary, weekly commissions, year-end bonuses, and they can even earn a company paid trip based on their performance.  The right candidate is a self-starter who is financially driven and works well in a team setting. Interested applicants should attend the upcoming career fair.  Company Vice President, James Paquette feels “This Career Fair will allow us to meet a lot of candidates in a short time. With the growth we are having, we are going to be looking for candidates that would be open to relocate into our target markets.”

In March of 2012, Reliance One built a 22,000 square foot, state of the art Headquarters in Auburn Hills.  “The office was built with high energy in mind, complete with height adjustable desks, big screen TV’s, a semi-truck horn, and a fitness center”, Vice President of National Accounts, Chad Toms adds “The environment is exciting, fun, and productive all at the same time.  It was built with the mind set to attract new employees that thrive in a high energy environment.  We are not a 9-5 type company; we are a company of entrepreneurs.”

The event will be held on Wednesday February 20th, 2013 from 11:00AM – 3:00PM at the Crowne Plaza Convention Center in the University Ballroom at 1500 North Opdyke Road in Auburn Hills, MI 48326. Candidates should bring updated resumes to share with on-site recruiters who will be conducting interviews. Successful candidates will be invited to the Reliance One headquarters on February 21st for a tour and additional interviews.

A hiring roll that is!  Reliance One is expanding at a rapid rate and is looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals to join its team today!  Originally established in a residential basement, Reliance One has since developed into one of the most successful recruiting companies in the state with more than 45 internal employees.  With locations in Auburn Hills (headquarters) and Lansing, Reliance One is looking to branch into new areas like Grand Rapids and Chicago in the very near future.

Jim Beath, co-founder, is excited about the upcoming changes.   “The growth that we’re experiencing is exponential.  Every day we take a few steps towards establishing a foothold in new territories.”  New territories mean we’re promoting Recruiters to Account Manager positions to take over and develop these newly acquired zones. This week alone we’ve hired two new Technical Recruiters, Ognen Stamenkovik and Norman Riopelle. After a week of tutorials, role playing, and training the two will be given the opportunity to take their careers to the next level.

Recent hires Farrah Edwards and Jon Putman are already successfully putting people to work. “I love it here. The atmosphere is incomparable to other workplaces, my peers are genuinely enthusiastic about being here which makes the day more enjoyable”, Farrah expressed. In today’s business, team building is a key differentiator between success and failure.  Do you want to have a say in where your career is headed?  Come be a part of the Reliance One team today!  To apply send your resume to resumes@reliance-one.com.

November 7, 2012, Auburn Hills, Mich. - According to Crain’s Detroit Business, Reliance One has been named one of the Top 10 Coolest Places to Work in Michigan. The company, founded in 1998, has come a long way from recruiting out of a residential basement. The newly built facility adheres to both employee and customer needs. The headquarters, located in Auburn Hills, offers state of the art technology for employee training, and individual interview rooms. The office provides a unique environment for employees to work in and even has an onsite exercise facility. In addition to the updated office, the company works hard to promote unity among staff members by having employee appreciation outings, bagel Friday’s, and team workouts. This culture is what helped land Reliance One their spot on the Crain’s Coolest Places. Jeff Gardner, Vice President of Sales was thrilled to find out about the newly acquired title, “We are very pleased that Reliance One has been selected as one of the Crain’s Detroit Business, Cool Places to Work in Michigan for 2012. Our company culture is very important as we continue to grow our client base throughout the Midwest. We have found that by empowering all employees, our company has created a positive work environment that has lowered attrition, created higher customer satisfaction and increased overall sales.  It was a humbling experience to be mentioned with some of the top companies in Detroit and I would like to thank all of our employees for creating a great work environment.” The company was also acknowledged by Crain’s Detroit Business as one of the Top 20 Largest Staffing-Service Companies and the Top 30 Fastest Growing Companies within the State of Michigan. Reliance One is honored to be named a standout business and would like to thank Crain’s for the recognition.

October 30, 2012, Auburn Hills, Mich. – Reliance One is naturally an upbeat establishment. The energy level is high with the liveliness of our Account Executives, Managers, Recruiters, and Administrative team working hard in the office every day. Last Friday, was a particularly exciting day with the anticipated announcement of the new Account Manager. Being named an Account Manager brings an array of new responsibilities by taking on a territory and being held accountable for a team of recruiters. Reliance One was pleased to name both Robin Hilliker and Katie Ackert as Account Managers. They have each gone above and beyond in their duties as Recruiters and the team is excited to see where they take their new role. “I can’t wait to get started in this new role; I’m both excited and anxious!” Katie commented. Matt VanNorman, Robin’s Account Manager could not say enough about Robin’s work ethic, “Robin was involved in every aspect of my business. He is an extraordinary person who helps develop others, he believes in people and I know his drive and dedication will help him succeed in his new role.”  The promotions bring excitement to the Reliance One team, as new recruiters are promoted, the company grows exponentially. We are looking to hire more Recruiters as we expand. If you are interested in working with a fast-paced, energetic team, send us a copy of your resume today! resumes@reliance-one.com

October, 16, 2012, Auburn Hills, Mich. – Reliance One Technical Recruiters, Megan Mahaffy and Wes Oliver are attending a local career fair today at Baker College in Auburn Hills. Located in Oakland County, this 17-acre campus holds 65 classrooms and offers a wide range of programs that gives Baker students a leg up against others in the work force. Today’s event is open from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm to current students and alumni. Reliance One recruiters will be on site to answer any questions and accept resumes for open positions, make sure you stop by and introduce yourself. Don’t forget to scan our QR code for a chance to win a gift card!

October 16, 2012, Auburn Hills, Mich. – The social event of the year is finally upon us! This Thursday, October 18, Reliance One will be attending the Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit (MSED) Annual Award Gala. Each year at this prestigious event one individual and one team are presented with the Platinum Award that acknowledges strength in the areas of marketing and sales. Reliance One has been nominated as a Platinum Award Finalist, the minority owned company works hard to provide solutions to enable customers to meet the evolving workforce demands and solve staffing challenges. Representing Reliance One are Owners, James Beath and James Paquette and their wives Tiffany and Josie, Jeff Gardner – Vice President of Sales, Rob Wicker – Senior Account Executive, Chad Toms – National Sales Manager and his wife Dawn, Kristen Bradish – Administrative Services Manager, and Chris Brelinski – Senior Technical Recruiter. The Reliance One team is honored to be in attendance and they look forward to attending this great event.

October 9, 2012, Auburn Hills, Mich. - Reliance One is presenting a unique opportunity to its internal employees as well as the public. We are looking for Technical Recruiter referrals. Once the recruiter is hired and reaches 90 days of service a $500 cash referral bonus will be issued! We’re always looking for sales driven candidates to join our team and as the company prospers the demand for internal staff members is growing. Jim Uelmen, Technical Recruiter, took advantage of this opportunity and referred our newest Reliance One employee, Alex Keith.  Alex is an extremely motivated individual, Jim can attest to this after knowing him for over 10 years. Alex attended school locally at both Oakland University and Oakland Community College.  He graduated from the Fire Academy at OCC and currently works as an on call Firefighter for Rochester Hills. In his free time, he enjoys staying active at the gym and going out with friends. Alex is already aware of the opportunities for growth that Reliance One offers, he is excited to start recruiting and hopes to one day grow into a sales oriented position. Reliance One would like to send a warm welcome to Technical Recruiter, Alex Keith!

Reliance One has had a reoccurring presence at Central Michigan University recently. On October 5^th two Technical Recruiters, Josh Flaugher and Sarah Staroba, attended the Alpha Kappa Psi Career Day that brought in over 700 students. Earlier in the week, Matt VanNorman and Adam Lipski represented Reliance One at the first annual CMU student-athlete career symposium. The event was designed to educate the student-athletes about various topics that are extremely important post-graduation when seeking a job or position. Both Account Managers who are former athletes talked to the scholars about assessing personal values when searching for a company and how to properly follow up after an interview. “Athletes dedicate so much time throughout the season that it was nice to be able to give back to them, our hope is the skills they learned at this presentation will give them a leg up from other candidates,” quoted Matt VanNorman. The situations discussed at the symposium will benefit the students during the hiring process and beyond.

Yesterday, October 2nd, local campus Oakland University hosted an Engineering and IT Career Fair. The university, home to over 19,000 students, opened the doors to both undergrad and graduates seeking employment. “It felt great to be back making a presence on campus as an alumnus,” said Christie Firestine. “There were many familiar faces which helped to connect to the applicants.” Luke Thome, Technical Recruiter, felt that there were some strong candidates in attendance. “It was great to see many reputable companies in attendance as well as so many students looking to better themselves and make professional connections.”  In just a couple of days, Reliance One will be in Mount Pleasant attending the Central Michigan University Alpha Kappa Pi Career Day happening on October 5th.

Tomorrow, October 2, 2012, marks the date for the 29^th Annual Awards Ceremony. The event will be hosted at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) / Max Fisher Center where over 700 attendees will gather in recognition of Corporations, Minority Businesses and individuals who excelled in engaging, mentoring and advocating diverse suppliers. “We are very honored to be nominated for Minority Supplier of the Year for a second consecutive year by AVL North America.  There are many people that are key to our success at AVL, this nomination is a testament for their hard work.  Reliance One and AVL’s relationship has grown into a great partnership over the years and we are excited to support their continued success in the years to come,” said Ryan Long, Account Executive. This is the 2^nd year in a row that Reliance One has been nominated for the Supplier of the Year Award, it is a great honor and the company is looking forward to the ceremony.

Reliance One recently celebrated two anniversaries, Kevin Gay and Ryan Long were congratulated on their years of hard work and dedication to the company. On September 17^th, Account Manager Kevin Gay surpassed his 5 year mark with the corporation. Jeff Gardner, Vice President of Sales, praised Kevin’s hard work and acknowledged how far he had come, "Kevin started with Reliance One as a recruiter 5 years ago and was quickly promoted to an Account Manager. He is now one of our most productive salespeople because of his hard work and dedication to professional development. Our clients appreciate his ability to learn their environment, develop relationships and become a true business partner."

Another successful business partner, Ryan Long, has devoted himself to the company for 4 years as of September 22, 2012. Uniquely Ryan transitioned from a Recruiter into the Account Manager Position in less than 2 weeks. “It's hard to believe it has been four years since Ryan joined The Reliance One team. From day one, Ryan made an impact on people and the way we do things. Since then he has become a two time contest winner and continues to make others around him better. It will be exciting to watch what he accomplishes over the next four years,” Acclaimed Reliance One founder, Jim Beath.   Reliance One is honored to have such loyal employees like Kevin and Ryan. We wish them continued success as they move forward within the company.