The Bristol Breakroom
Career Advice and More from Our Team
SVP Kelly Nelson to Retire After 25 Years at Bristol Associates
After 25 years of dedicated service to the Hospitality division of Bristol Associates, Sr. Vice President Kelly Nelson has announced his retirement effective May 1, 2020. Vice President Catia Pecoraro will serve as the new division leader upon Kelly’s retirement. ...
Candidate-Driven Market: Recruiting Passive Candidates in a Strong Economy
You may have heard the term “candidate-driven market” as it relates to today’s job market and strong economy. Because candidates are in higher demand than usual, recruiters and employers have to go the extra mile to attract the best talent. Candidates are currently...
New Hire Spotlight: Catia Pecoraro
Bristol Associates is very pleased to announce Catia Pecoraro as the newest addition to the firm’s experienced executive search team. Catia will be the Vice President of our Hospitality division, joining Sr. Vice President Kelly Nelson in managing searches for...
The Results Are In: 19th Annual Casino Gaming Executive Satisfaction Survey
We are excited to announce the results of our 19th Annual Casino Gaming Executive Satisfaction Survey in conjunction with Spectrum Gaming Group. We received over 1,800 responses in 2019, our highest response count to date. Thank you to all who participated and...
Happy New Year from Bristol Associates!
We hope you continue to have a wonderful holiday season and we wish you a Happy New Year! Bristol Associates, Inc. is an executive search firm with over 50 years of excellence in recruiting nationwide. Bristol specializes in recruiting for the Casino...
Practice Mindfulness: How to be Present During the Holidays
So much to do, so little time. For most executives, it’s natural to always be on the move. With the new year just around the corner, it can be even more overwhelming to juggle your personal and professional life. Making the effort to slow down, be present, and...
A Recruiter Messaged You on LinkedIn – Now What?
If you have a LinkedIn account, chances are that a recruiter has messaged you about a job opening. In this era of spam emails, pop-up ads, and unwanted solicitations, you may wonder if the message is worth reading or responding to at all. By understanding how the...
What is Ban the Box?
Ban the Box, also known as The Fair Chance Act, is a law that prohibits employers from inquiring about a candidate’s past criminal record on a job application. The name “Ban the Box” stems from a common checkbox question that asks applicants if they have ever been...
Phone Screening: Impress a Recruiter in 15 Minutes
Ever been contacted by a recruiter to schedule a 15-minute phone call? It’s a good sign to be selected for a phone screening. With the hundreds of applicants that they receive daily, recruiters will utilize their limited time and prioritize candidates who have the...