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Spotlight Mark Kelly – March – Consultants and Advisors

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Spotlight On Talent

Consultants/Advisors Edition

March 2024

Coach/Mentor

Highly respected pioneer in lighting who loves coaching/mentoring lighting companies on strategic design direction and creating a culture that fosters innovative mindset. Over 3 decades of proven innovation in lighting science, technology, and art and design with over 75+ patents. Recipient of top honors in luminaire designs and technical achievements that have helped advance lighting. Product visionary for one of the best companies in lighting.

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Executive Business Development

Top-level executive revenue generator with deep business development, sales, product development, manufacturing/sourcing and operational leadership experience in lighting and electronic industries with direct sales, agents, and retail/ecommerce in the United States. Proven track record of driving sales growth by 60% + through strategic team planning, effective team leadership, and a deep understanding of customer needs. Built, led, and mentored a high-performing sales team of 20 + that consistently exceeded sales goals.

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Director Product Management / R&D

Accomplished hands-on product leader with 25+ years of excellence in technology, strategy, R&D and portfolio management. Developed $10MM multi-tiered strategy expanding into new international markets. Global experience managing large interior and exterior commercial specification grade product portfolios from cradle to grave. Built coached and promoted teams of engineers and designers. Creative problem solver with 14 patents.

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Senior Principal Engineer

Experienced Principal Engineer with a robust technical research and development background in compound semiconductors, lasers, and particularly LED Lamps. Authored multiple DOE proposals securing >$5M in total grant funding. Actively engaged as chair, secretary, or member in committees such as NEMA, IES, IEC, and ANSI, driving LED integration into traditional lighting markets. Holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering and has authored over 60 publications.

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About Mark Kelly

Mark Kelly is an Account Executive with Pompeo Group, specializing in recruitment for Engineering, Operations, and Contract positions for lighting manufacturers, distributors and energy service providers. His foundation in leadership was cultivated through his experience in the US Navy, GE, Seoul Semiconductor and Leff Electric. Mark earned a BS in Electrical Engineering, an MBA, and has over 20 years of technical and commercial expertise.

"Pompeo Group is the best industry-specific recruiting firm that I have had the pleasure of working with. The quality of service received is indicative of the extensive candidate onboarding process their recruiters utilize to ensure the best client experience for the company and superior customer experience for the candidate. Highly recommended for any company in lighting."

Amy Jimenez

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“Pompeo Group has consistently delivered outstanding results in a professional and timely manner.”

Joe Laufer

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“Pompeo Group afforded me the opportunity to work through the hiring process the way it works best for me. Paul helped make the experience very easy and without any pressure. Staffing for high level positions can be very daunting at times, especially in a highly active labor market, and I was assured to take my time and proceed in a manner that was most comfortable for me.”

Nathan Sloan

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“Paul doesn’t ‘switch sides’ during the offer process to inflate fees---he works for you to get the best value on both sides.”

Darren Cox

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"Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to meet and correspond with many professional recruiters. Pompeo Group is by far the most detail-oriented team of experts with whom I have had the chance to work. They pay attention to every detail and guide you through the entire job interview process! They are true asset to our industry helping you reach your true potential.”

Ian Ielfield

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“The group of professionals at Pompeo Group do all the heavy lifting on the front end. When the time comes for interviews the candidates have been vetted by the Pompeo team and you end up with several prospects to choose from.”

John LaMontagne

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"Unlike other search firms with whom I have worked in the past, Pompeo Group was focused on understanding a candidate’s personality, skill set, and geographic desires---they didn’t just submit a resume to as many companies as possible."

Howard Wolfman

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"Paul is the leading recruiter in our industry. With key contacts, relentless work ethic and integrity. Looking for high level talent? Put Pompeo Group to work on your behalf."

Michael Colligan – Host “Get a Grip on Lighting Podcast”

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“We would not think of using any other recruiting firm than Pompeo Group."

Steve Seligman

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“Pompeo Group had assisted us in recruiting a National Sales Manager for the East Coast, which was a very important addition to our US Operations. We have been extremely satisfied with the level of the shortlisted candidates!”

Filippo Rossi

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“No one does the recruiting business with more integrity and innovation…Pompeo Group is simply the best.”

Bill Attardi

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“Whenever I’m in the market for new talent, I turn to Pompeo. Paul and his team are incredibly wired into the industry and always seem to have the best candidates.”

Jay Goodman

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“The depth of industry knowledge that Paul and Pompeo Group brought to our search was incredibly valuable. Unlike other recruiters, they don’t simply present candidates.…we really valued the way The Pompeo Group worked all the way to close the deal for us.”

Adam Reeder

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“I’ve known Paul Pompeo and Mary Lindenmuth for many years. Their professionalism, knowledge of the industry, effectiveness and enthusiasm for their work is unsurpassed.”

George Bosson

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“I have worked with Pompeo Group as both a candidate and a client. I used their services to bring people into one company I was at and they recruited me for a leadership role at another. I found the entire team to be extremely responsive and their knowledge of the industry was second to none.”

David Cohen

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In a very competitive recruiting market, we look to hire game-changers to join our team. Pompeo Group has been a great partner for us and has delivered on the assignments we’ve given Paul and his team.

Jeff Croskey

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“Mary Lindenmuth was super-professional. We felt that she was looking out for our needs---she was excellent. I can’t say enough about the professionalism of Pompeo Group.”

Anne Kustner

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“We have used the Pompeo group successfully over the years for positions from sales to engineering and they have consistently brought highly qualified candidates to the table."

Chris Kreuter

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“Pompeo Group has the knowledge and expertise to fill any position in the industry. I’ve personally worked with Paul Pompeo for over 25 years and he is the De facto eminent recruiter for our industry."

Randy Reid

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I’m always impressed by the Pompeo Group’s ability to find talented candidates who are not even looking.

Travis Jones

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“The Pompeo Group helped me win my position as Senior Vice President. I was represented well, and the communication was outstanding. I always knew where I stood and what options were available. Paul and his team are the consummate professionals---capable, confident, and most important---discreet. Pompeo Group is my go-to for talent in lighting.”

Kevin Grayson

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