Produced by the Oregon Business marketing department
Boly:Welch was founded in 1986 based on a close connection between Diane Boly and Pat Welch. The two had worked together at another recruitment firm and shared certain core values: passion for their work, a sense of humor, a commitment to their community and a desire to create a healthy, nurturing work environment.
Produced by the Oregon Business marketing department
BY DAN COOK
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Above: Boly:Welch-ers not busy making connections pose for the camera in their new headquarters.Below: Business partners of 27 years, Diane Boly and Pay Welch.// Photos by Christopher Barth |
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Boly:Welch was founded in 1986 based on a close connection between Diane Boly and Pat Welch. The two had worked together at another recruitment firm and shared certain core values: passion for their work, a sense of humor, a commitment to their community and a desire to create a healthy, nurturing work environment.
They merged their connections and values to form a new business and, in the process, leveraged existing networks to create one of the foremost recruiting companies in the region.
Twenty-seven years later, having survived the recent recession without layoffs or cutbacks, Boly:Welch is thriving. Happily entrenched in their newly refurbished home in Portland’s Public Service Building, the firm is better positioned than ever to serve the employment needs of its growing client list.
“We’ve experienced 25% growth in the last year – an outgrowth of demand from existing clients and new ones,” says Boly. “We’ve built up trust with our clients, so that when they need just the right fit, they can count on us for the perfect candidate.”
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Above: Recruiter Cory Mlady searches for the perfect fit between client and candidate.Below: Pets aren’t just allowed, they’re encouraged! Winston awaits his next office playmate.// Photos by Christopher Barth |
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The firm’s sweet spot is small-to mid-cap companies, reflecting the breadth of Portland-area industries. They specialize in finance, accounting, legal, human resources, office, marketing and technology. In addition, Boly:Welch offers executive search, identifying top-level talent for C-suite opportunities. Typically, placements are balanced equally across direct-hire and temporary white-collar positions. In 2010 the firm created a true consulting division to address the management concerns and interests of key clients.
Boly:Welch is committed to finding the perfect fit for each client. “The way you win the trust of your clients,” says Welch, “is by delivering what you say you’re going to deliver, time after time.” To meet client expectations, recruiters select their candidates carefully in the search for top talent. Recruiters are dedicated to specific professions such as accounting, legal or human resources, which translates into an understanding of both the hard and soft skills necessary for success within that profession and the language specific to that specialty.
Employees receive 12 company-sponsored days a year to volunteer with the nonprofit of their choice. Countless nonprofits have benefited from the giving-back culture of the organization. This firm is solid proof that you don’t have to be big to have a big impact!
