Chesapeake Search Partners

09/04/2026

September Jobs Friday is here!

Each month, we break down the latest labor market data, share recruiting insights, and highlight current opportunities from across the CSP team. Our goal is to provide hiring leaders and job seekers with perspective on the trends shaping today’s market.

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Heading into this morning’s employment report, expectations were subdued. Economists anticipated approximately 53,000 new jobs in August, with forecasts ranging from another monthly decline to a modest rebound.

08/07/2026

August Jobs Friday is here! This month, we’re breaking down the latest labor market data, what the emerging “low hire, low fire” environment means for employers and job seekers, and sharing current opportunities from across our team.

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The employment market has cycled through a number of defining themes in recent years: the War for Talent, the Boomerang Employee, the Great Resignation, Quiet Quitting, and the Great Reshuffle.

07/16/2026

Congratulations, Mark Ledvinka, on successfully completing a CFO search for a construction services company.

Mark shared, "This search was a great reminder of the lasting impact relationships can have. A candidate whom Rick Fribush had worked with years ago reached out after seeing the opportunity, sparking a conversation that ultimately led to the right fit. It reinforced that the work you put into building trust and maintaining relationships can create opportunities years down the road."

While every successful search requires thoughtful evaluation and alignment, this one was a great example of how strong relationships can open doors and help connect the right people at the right time.

Great work, Mark and Rick, and thank you to our client for the trust and partnership throughout the process.

07/02/2026

July Jobs Friday is here!

Each month, we break down the latest labor market data, share recruiting insights, and highlight featured job opportunities from our team. This month's edition explores what the June Jobs Report tells us about today's hiring market and why steady doesn't necessarily mean stagnant.

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As we head into the Independence Day weekend, this month's employment report serves as a reminder that labor market headlines don't always tell the full story.

06/05/2026

June Jobs Friday is here!

Each month, we break down the latest labor market data, share recruiting insights, and highlight featured job opportunities from our team. Our goal is simple: provide clarity for hiring leaders and job seekers navigating today’s market.

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Summer has officially arrived. School is just about out for all, vacation calendars are filling up, and many of us are already looking ahead to long weekends, beach trips, and afternoons that somehow seem to end a little earlier on Fridays.

05/08/2026

May Jobs Friday is here!

Each month, we break down the latest labor market data and what it means for hiring leaders and job seekers navigating today’s market. This month, we explore April’s stronger-than-expected hiring numbers, what continued selectivity means for employers and candidates, and why the labor market still feels more cautious beneath the headlines.

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This week’s Jobs Report showed the U.S. added 115,000 jobs in April, more than double expectations, while unemployment held steady at 4.3%. Earlier in the week, JOLTS data showed that job openings remained stable at 6.9M, while hiring rebounded to 5.6M.

04/28/2026

Meet Kevin Beres. Kevin joined CSP in 2026 as a Senior Search Consultant, specializing in construction, engineering, and manufacturing services.

With a background in sales and a firsthand understanding of the candidate experience, Kevin brings a communication-first approach to recruiting. He focuses on transparency, alignment, and building relationships that lead to stronger long-term outcomes for both clients and candidates.

Learn more about Kevin and what drives his approach in our latest Meet the Team feature: https://chesapeakesearchpartners.com/meet-the-team-kevin-beres/

Welcome to the team, Kevin!

04/14/2026

Congratulations, Christine Sauter, on successfully completing an Accounting Manager search for a global legal recruiting and advisory firm.

Christine shared,

“My colleague John and I partnered on this search and connected with a candidate who was a strong cultural match for the organization. While the initial virtual interview went very well, the on-site interview presented some nerves for them after many years away from that format. After debriefing with both the candidate and the hiring manager, we were able to reset, prepare, and schedule another conversation. With additional coaching, the candidate approached the next interview with confidence and truly shined with the leadership team.”

That second opportunity led to an immediate offer and an exciting next chapter for the candidate.

Great work, Christine and JG, and thank you to our client for the trust and partnership throughout the process.

04/06/2026

Last Thursday, our team came together for our first quarterly business review of the year.

These quarterly sessions are always valuable, but what continues to stand out is our team's shared commitment to intentionally grow and deliver meaningful impact for our partnerships and candidates.

QBR was followed by a CSP Community Connections event at ShareBaby, where we spent time packing diapers and potty training kits to support their mission of providing essential resources to families in need. It was a hands-on reminder of the importance of showing up for the communities we serve beyond the business we do.

And congratulations are due to our Q1 MVP, Patrick Fitzgerald! His contributions, consistent performance, and commitment to client outcomes continue to set a strong standard for CSP.

We closed out the day with a team dinner at Hampden Food Market. There was great conversation, strong team energy, and, notably, mozzarella sticks that exceeded expectations (photo evidence included).

We are grateful for a team that stays focused and engaged in both the work we do and the way we show up together.

Support ShareBaby's mission, donate here: https://hubs.ly/Q049Mc2M0

04/03/2026

April Jobs Friday is here!

Each month, we break down the latest labor market data and what it means for hiring leaders and job seekers navigating today’s market. From employment trends to sector movement and recruiting insights, our goal is simple: provide clarity in a shifting environment.

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After a volatile start to the year, March’s jobs report offered a measure of stability in the labor market. While headline job growth rebounded from February’s decline, recent data continues to suggest a more measured pace of hiring.