StevenDouglas

08/25/2026

Being involved in every decision can feel like leadership, but it can also create dependency and hold your team back.

Great leaders know when to let go, empower others to make decisions, and give their people the opportunity to grow. Because a business can only scale when its people can lead.

08/19/2026

We’re proud to share that StevenDouglas CEO Matt Shore has been named a 2026 Miami .titan100 honoree!

The Titan 100 recognizes Miami’s top CEOs and C-level executives who demonstrate exceptional leadership, vision, and passion in their industries. Together, this year’s honorees lead companies generating more than $44 billion in annual revenue and employing over 170,000 people across the region.

Matt’s recognition reflects his leadership, commitment to our people and clients, and continued vision for the growth of StevenDouglas.

Congratulations to Matt Shore and all of the 2026 Miami Titan 100 honorees!

08/18/2026

In the latest episode of the How to Hire Podcast, Matt Shore, CEO of StevenDouglas, sits down with Howard Shore, Executive Leadership Coach, Author, and Founder of Activate Group, to discuss why sometimes the best move a leader can make is to slow down.

When something goes wrong, the instinct is often to move fast and fix it. But stepping back from the day-to-day can help you stop reacting to symptoms, recognize patterns, and uncover the root cause.
https://youtube.com/shorts/SxE7Ku2smhM?si=oDbBbNCJw1kSuoXi

08/06/2026

Jenny Eaton, Manager, Finance & Accounting Search at StevenDouglas, shares why counteroffers often fail to solve the issues that prompted top talent to explore new opportunities in the first place.
From understanding a candidate's true motivations to building a stronger long-term hiring strategy, this article offers valuable insights for hiring leaders and executives. Read Jenny's latest article to learn more!

https://www.stevendouglas.com/blog-articles/the-counteroffer-problem-what-c-suite-leaders-and-executives-need-to-know-before-they-make-one-or-before-they-accept-one

08/04/2026

Local market expertise makes all the difference.

In this video, Stacy Kelly, Managing Director – Midwest, Finance & Accounting Search, shares how StevenDouglas' Midwest team leverages deep regional relationships and years of experience to connect clients with exceptional Finance, Accounting, and HR talent.

Watch the full video to hear Stacy's insights.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGDzVaqfjdU

07/16/2026

What separates organizations that scale from those that stall? In Part 2 of the latest How to Hire episode, Matt Shore, CEO of StevenDouglas, and Howard M. Shore, CEO of Activate Group, Inc. and Author, discuss why trust is the foundation of every high-performing team and share practical strategies for hiring, communicating, and leading with greater impact.
Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpE9zZow9yA

Join Matt Shore, CEO of StevenDouglas, as he welcomes Howard Shore,...

07/14/2026

Part 1 of the latest episode of the How to Hire Podcast is now live!

Every leadership philosophy has a story behind it. In Part 1 of our latest How to Hire episode, Matt Shore, CEO of StevenDouglas, sits down with Howard M. Shore, CEO of Activate Group, Inc. and Author, to discuss Howard's journey from entrepreneur and corporate executive to executive coach, the lessons that shaped his leadership approach, and why unlocking the potential of people has become the foundation of his work. Stay tuned for Part 2, where they dive into actionable strategies for building trust, developing high-performing teams, and creating organizations that scale.

Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpE9zZow9yA

07/06/2026

🎉Employee Spotlight - Technology Division🎉

Lauryn Kingma is a seasoned technical recruiter with over a decade of experience connecting organizations with top technology talent. She has partnered with companies ranging from emerging businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises, supporting critical hiring needs across Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data and Analytics, Digital Transformation, and executive-level technology roles. At StevenDouglas, Lauryn helps clients build high-performing teams by delivering strategic talent solutions tailored to their business goals.

Known for her relationship-first approach, Lauryn focuses on building long-term partnerships rooted in trust, transparency, and consistent communication. She takes the time to understand each client's business, culture, and hiring challenges while helping candidates identify opportunities that align with their long-term career goals. By combining deep market knowledge with a consultative recruiting style, she consistently delivers exceptional talent in competitive markets and serves as a trusted advisor throughout the hiring process. Lauryn attended Texas A&M University.

https://www.stevendouglas.com/who-we-are/team/lauryn-kingma/

07/04/2026

StevenDouglas extends warm wishes for a joyous and patriotic Independence Day to all!

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day from StevenDouglas to our colleagues, clients, and partners! Today we celebrate the history and values that make this day so meaningful.