Treehouse Partners

06/22/2026

Join us in giving a warm welcome to our summer 2026 interns, Lyzane and Alessandra! Today is their first day in the Treehouse, and since we're throwing them into the deep end, we felt obligated to introduce them to our favorite hidden gem in Venice, Baby Blues BBQ. 😅 Welcome, Lyzane & Allie — it's going to be an amazing summer!

06/22/2026

Advances in technology, economic disruption, and evolving workforce expectations are the top three factors that are driving leaders to re-evaluate how they create value and sustain performance.
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06/19/2026

A recent study on internal talent marketplaces revealed a fascinating paradox: firm-assigned roles resulted in 33% higher productivity, while employee-chosen matches were 38% more satisfying for workers. Is a hybrid system that balances workers' preferences with company needs the way to go?

Internal talent markets offer employees the opportunity to choose their next assignments, and companies often launch them to boost employee engagement and retention. However, balancing worker preferences with organizational productivity presents challenges. Employees may prioritize skill development...

06/17/2026

Gallup's annual State of the Global Workplace study finds global employee engagement fell to 20% in 2025 — the lowest it's been since 2020. Declining manager engagement is a notable driver, with ripple effects on everything from retention to AI adoption.

Get the workplace trends, global engagement metrics and advice on how organizations can improve the workplace in the State of the Global Workplace Report.

06/15/2026

Round of ap-paws for our candidate, Olivia, because TODAY is her first day in her new role with our client, Actionist Consulting! 👏

Actionist is a boutique management consulting firm founded by Bain, BCG, and McKinsey alumni (and a long-time Treehouse client), and Olivia is joining their Strategy team. We could NOT be more excited for her. Best of luck on your first day, Olivia — we know you're going to crush it!

PS: Does this sound like the kind of company you'd like to join? We're hiring an additional Strategy Analyst/Senior Analyst and a Private Equity Engagement Manager for them too! Find out more here: https://buff.ly/Uy7VBIZ

06/15/2026

Is skills-based hiring the way of the future? A recent study from SHRM suggests it is, indeed. According to the report, a whopping 73% of employers have adopted skills-based hiring (up from 56% in 2022) — and McKinsey research shows hiring for skills is 5x more predictive of job performance than hiring based on education.

HR leaders are rethinking talent shortages, shifting from degrees to skills-based hiring to better align workforce needs with real capabilities.

06/15/2026

One of the biggest issues with AI in hiring is AI's propensity for discrimination. The sobering takeaway from a recent University of Washington study shows that the problem isn't JUST the algorithm; it's the human-AI feedback loop. Ensuring AI-powered screening tools are free from prejudice is more important than ever.
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06/11/2026

: Regional Sales Manager for a Material Processing Solutions Company

Our client is a rollup of four established machinery brands that have united under one umbrella to provide end-to-end material processing solutions. They build equipment like conveyors, bulk bag fillers and unloaders, sifters, mixers, etc. that facilitate material processing — plus the control systems that run it all. They can sell a single machine, or design and integrate an entire processing line end to end. They are seeking a Regional Sales Manager to drive growth across a Midwest territory, selling directly to customers while leading a network of independent manufacturer's representatives. This is a high-autonomy commercial role for someone with strong technical aptitude who can guide customers on application fit and equipment capabilities, serving industries that include food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and chemicals.

This is a remote-eligible role based in the Cedar Rapids, IA or Minneapolis, MN area, with approximately 50% travel throughout the territory

Apply here: https://buff.ly/tBbeayu

06/10/2026

Employees' mental health directly impacts retention, engagement, and overall business performance. Data from a recent Spring Health survey suggests that employers need to start treating mental health support as a core business imperative, not a nice-to-have perk, if they want to attract and retain top talent.

10 workplace mental health statistics from Spring Health’s 2026 benchmarking report—burnout, leaves, benefits awareness, financial stress, and sleep challenges.

06/10/2026

: Business Manager for a Renowned Faith-Based School

Our client is a faith-based school with a strong commitment to Christian values and an excellent academic reputation. They aim to provide a nurturing environment for students to learn and grow in both knowledge and character, from Pre-K through 12th grade. The school is deeply rooted in its community and is committed to equipping students with the tools to pursue academic excellence while developing strong moral foundations. They are seeking a Business Manager to oversee the financial and administrative operations of the institution. This is a meaningful role for a detail-oriented, mission-aligned professional who is passionate about supporting educational excellence through sound financial stewardship.

This is a hybrid role with the option to work out of their Granada Hills or North Hills location.

Apply here: https://buff.ly/8j6XUEZ