The People Brand

We are a global talent acquisition agency. We place executives in the outdoor, lifestyle, beauty, wellness, and CPG industries. We recruit for clients from startups to Fortune 500 companies. We vet candidates through a thorough evaluation process.

For clients, we fill roles such as Executive/C-Suite, Marketing/Communications, Design/Graphic Design, Pattern Making/Technical Design, Product Development/Production, Merchandising, Sales, eCommerce/Digital, Finance/Accounting/Planning, Supply Chain/Operations, Human Resources/Talent Acquisition, Customer Service, Retail Stores and Operations, and Technical/Engineering. We also offer flexible staffing for freelance and temp-to-hire positions.

For job seekers, we provide access to exclusive openings and career guidance. We aim to find roles and company cultures where you can succeed.

The company was founded by former HR executives from brands like Nike, Hurley, and Fox Racing. We have a high success rate in hiring, with a low turnover rate among placed candidates. Our clients include Quince, Boot Barn, SITKA, Vuori, Lulus, JOLYN, Speedo, O’neill, Insomniac Events, ZO Skin, Salty Crew, Sanuk, and Alo Yoga.

Our mission is to be your trusted advisor and partner, giving you the expertise and resources to help you succeed.

Our core values are transparency, authenticity, integrity, trust, mutual respect, and true partnership. We believe in doing things the right way, investing time to understand each client’s and candidate’s unique needs and values. We prioritize finding a good cultural fit for both candidates and organizations. We also work with brands that offer work-life balance, competitive pay, DEI initiatives, and sustainability goals.

The People Brand is a small team, typically 1-10 employees. The team includes Tiffany Swindall (Talent Executive & Human Resources Leader), Angella Lugioyo (Talent Executive & Human Resources Leader), and Katie Champion (Executive Recruitment in Lifestyle/Outdoor).

The company culture is dedicated, supportive, and communicative. The team focuses on the success of their partners, offering personalized attention, guidance, and support throughout the recruitment process. They build lasting partnerships, ensuring that candidates are a good competency and cultural fit for long-term success.

We advocate for job seekers, connecting them with companies that offer strong benefits and modern workplace standards. These include generous paid time-off, inclusive company cultures, and competitive financial benefits like 401(k) plans, life insurance, and FSAs. We also look for opportunities that provide employee discounts, professional development through training, and health and wellness programs.