KRIS WATSON

Having partnered with 10+ recruiters over the years for primarily sales & marketing positions, I can honestly say that Kris is the most thorough and responsive outside recruiter I’ve ever worked with. He took time to understand our business, found relevant and highly qualified candidates, and helped us build our team during a critical phase of our growth.

You will be thankful that you worked with Kris.

After meeting at an orphanage in Kenya, almost ten years ago, I’ve worked with Kris in many capacities. Kris’s best attribute, may be that his top priority for any placement, is truly in the best interest of both the candidate, and the hiring company. In pursuit of this goal, he embraces equally important values, the truth matters and trust is important. Kris is a very smart, and excellent listener. This ensures the efficiency of the process, that seeks only the best interest of the candidate and the client. You will be thankful that you worked with Kris.

You will be thankful that you worked with Kris.

Kris helped me grow my team in Digital Health from 6 to 18, over the course of 2 years. During that time, Kris was responsible for placing the absolute top 3 that have proven to be transformational for my organization, because of the amazing work and impact they are having. Kris is an absolute top-tier recruiter. It is my sincere pleasure to have the chance to continue working with him now for 2.5+ years!

One of the best resources an internal recruiter can have when trying to fill challenging roles is an eager and consistent agency partner. Kris was able to partner with me, and help me fill VP level roles, along with hybrid Senior level Sales/Engineering roles, and Product Manager roles while I was with Canonical. He did a tremendous job ensuring that he knew what we were looking for, communicating with me, and letting the candidates know what to expect.

In recruiting, it is extremely hard to find an agency that is trustworthy, and just as passionate about finding great talent as internal recruiters, and Kris is that person. All of the candidates he found for me, and we hired, are all still at the company, and that speaks to his ability to find the right talent that will stay with your company. If you are looking for a great agency, a partner that can find amazing talent, and someone that will provide you with stellar candidates, I highly recommend Kris.

Filament retained Kris to identify top-notch talent for our sales team. With his strong network and savviness in recruiting top-producers in the high-tech space, he quickly provided us with highly qualified candidates. Kris made sure that they were 110% matched for the role in terms of skills, culture, potential, and went above and beyond in sharing best practices in the industry. We’re very happy with the results and value his professionalism and focus on quality.

I’ve known Kris for about 15 years now, and this guy gets things done. Over the past four years of working together, he’s helped my business grow through new sales and by finding great talent at the executive level. He’s been dedicated to seeing my business develop and has extended his help not just in executive recruitment, but also in providing insight and advice when needed most. Perhaps one of the most awesome qualities of working with Kris is that you know when he says he’s going to do something, he’ll stand by his word and actually get it done. His focus and energy to complete a task is contagious and he makes you feel like his most important client. Great guy to work with.

Kris has a great network, and was able to find Bosch multiple high quality candidates for various positions we were looking to fill. He was able to find candidates who were not only highly qualified but also great fits as team players and/or leaders within our group. I highly recommend him as a recruiter and would go back to him for any new positions within our team.

Kris helped us find a heavy-weight key hire in sales. Very smooth experience overall: Listened carefully to our needs, adjusted his approach quickly as required, presented multiple solid candidates, found a winner in a relatively short time, helped in arranging references and closing the deal. Great experience, would be happy to do it all over again.

Kris and I have worked together, partnering with two separate career opportunities. The display of honesty and kindness motivated me to work closely with him. Kris has a robust knowledge of the market and strategies company seek. Kris would be my first call if there were ever a career change.

Thanks to Kris, I joined my current company more than six years ago, the most time I ever spent in a company. Kris’ enthusiasm about the role and my ability to fit in that role, along with his stoic demeanor, convinced me to apply for the position, and I am still here. Kris stays in touch with his genuine interest in my career progression, and if needed, I would love to work with him again.

I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend Kris Watson for any recruiting needs your organization may have. In my experience, Kris stands out as a top-tier recruiter who goes well beyond the standard expectations to ensure not just a good fit for the role technically, but a perfect alignment with company culture and candidate aspirations.

Before I met Kris, my job search was marked by a series of interviews with companies where the culture felt misaligned with my values and needs for an inclusive work environment. This changed when I started working with Kris. From our very first conversation, it was clear that Kris was not just another recruiter looking to fill a position. He took the time to understand me, not just my resume. He asked insightful questions about my experiences, my professional goals, and, importantly, my concerns and needs regarding workplace culture.

Kris’s commitment to understanding the deeper aspects of both the candidates he works with and the companies he recruits for is exceptional. He did not just match me with a role that fit my technical skills; he ensured I had a comprehensive understanding of the company culture before recommending me for a position at Arduino. His approach was refreshing and, frankly, a game-changer in my job search.

Thanks to Kris, I am not just employed; I am thriving at Arduino. The culture here is everything I was assured it would be and more. I have found a workplace where I feel genuinely valued, included, and positioned to grow. This would not have been possible without Kris’s dedication and keen insight.

For anyone looking for a recruiter who will truly take the time to find the perfect match between a candidate and a company, Kris Watson is the person you want on your side. His professionalism, empathy, and dedication to ensuring a holistic fit are what set him apart in the field of recruitment

I highly recommend Kris. His friendly and communicative approach not only makes the job search process enjoyable but also ensures effective and transparent communication. Working with Kris has been a positive and collaborative experience!

Kris contacted me two years ago about a role and company I had never heard of, and I am so glad he did. He took the time to get to know me and my goals while sharing insights on the unique role and company he was recruiting for. Long story short, he helped me find my dream role and company. He helped match me with a position that allows me to pair my technical knowledge with my creative skills in an environment that is supportive and diverse. Very grateful!

I was introduced to Kris about five (5) years ago by a mutual contact – Paul Staudacher. Kris would contact me from time-to-time with interesting career opportunities, but the timing was never right for me. He remained patient and respected my situation. Over the years, Kris took the time to get to know me, my strengths, my values, and what I was looking for. Finally, after not considering any career moves in over a decade, I decided it was time. Kris was my first call. He immediately had an idea of a company in growth mode looking for their first VP Sales & Marketing and who could benefit from my experience and talent. After Kris brokered the introduction, he maintained actively engaged and masterfully facilitated the lengthy interview process acting as a coach, a sounding board, and a mentor for both the hiring company and me. I deeply valued Kris’s personalized approach to the entire process.

I owe Kris my gratitude and feel that he is more than just an Executive Recruiter… he is now my friend.