Testimonials

“Sarah was an absolute pleasure to work with during my interviews. She was on top of all important aspects of the hiring process and was always available to answer my questions. I would highly recommend Sarah to anyone looking to explore new opportunities.” Patrick Bay Area, CA  

Linda was absolutely amazing to work with. I am truly grateful for everything that she has done and would definitely recommend her services. Bryan Los Angeles, CA

"Linda is a top notch professional. Look up Efficient - Linda Noland is listed!" Venecia Newport Beach, CA 

Linda was very helpful in my recent job search. She listened to me as I described the type of position and business culture I was seeking. She was communicative throughout the interview process and showed a real interest in making sure I was happy and the fit was right for both me and my new bank. I am appreciative of all of her efforts and would highly recommend her to job seekers and company's looking for employees. Ron Los Angeles, CA

“I received the card and candies.  Thanks a lot; I really appreciate you reaching out.  Things are going well here, although it feels a lot longer than a year.  It’s super busy but I am really enjoying what I am doing.  This was a great move for me.  Couldn’t have done it without ya!  Thanks again.  Keep in touch.” Greg San Francisco, CA  

"Sarah, Linda and Stone & Associates worked with me during my recent job transition. I couldn't be more satisfied with the way they handled my process and the overall results. Not only are they personable, honest and reliable. They are polished, very thorough and a company that I respect highly. In my opinion, the reason for this is they have deep industry knowledge combined with time and understanding for clients and candidates. Their coaching and advice was instrumental during the interview and negotiation period. I, without question, highly recommend Sarah, Linda and Stone & Associates." Pedro Roseville, CA

Thank you, Stone & Associates (specifically Linda and Jordana), for reaching out to me with regards to my current Compliance position. I am very satisfied. During these trying pandemic times, your efficiency and promptness was amazing. I highly recommend your company. Thank you! Nanette Los Angeles, CA

"Sarah was very professional and personable, and great to work with. She was very knowledgeably and informative about the prospective company she referred me to. She helped me find a position that fit well with my skill set and interests. She worked with me to make sure that the position I accepted was the right choice and fit for me as well as the company. I would highly recommend Sarah to all my friends and colleagues." Allison Los Angeles, CA

"Linda was excellent to work with, and I could tell right away that we were going to be successful together. She is very professional and definitely a go-getter! I highly recommend her, and I am referring other colleagues to her." Erin Newport Beach, CA  

"At the beginning of 2015, Sarah reached out to me with me with a great opportunity at BNP Paribas. Sarah was an utmost professional during the time I worked with her, patient with the questions I had and cognizant of important points to hit on during the entire process. I was happy with how she and the rest of her firm handled my recruitment and I would recommend Sarah to anyone looking to explore new opportunities." Paul San Francisco, CA

"Sarah is the recruiter you want to partner with! She asks great questions, follows up as agreed upon and remembers what you like (or do not like) about opportunities based on prior conversations. Sarah helped me find an amazing opportunity and provided guidance each step of the way during my interview process. Sarah, Linda and the Stone & Associates team are great at what they do and are highly recommended!" Dennis San Francisco, CA

"Sarah and Linda were great to work with. After understanding what my career goals were, they moved quickly to find the perfect opportunity and were great intermediaries during the negotiation process. Great folks to work with! " Cesar San Francisco, CA  

"Linda works closely with her clients to match best candidate with best employer and team. She was attentive, empathetic and gave insightful advice and updates for each stage of the process. She'll keep all conversations confidential. I can't recommend her enough!" Paul Los Angeles,CA 

"My experience working with Linda was fantastic! I was most impressed with her ability to understand my career ambitions/goals and align those with opportunities which were available in her network. The entire process lasted only about 1-2 weeks! I would highly recommend Linda without hesitation to anyone looking to advance their career in Finance/Banking!" Reed San Rafael, CA

"Sarah is an expert in executive career placement. Through her and Stone and Associates, I was able to obtain an exciting new career opportunity."  Gilder San Francisco, CA  

"Linda is a pleasure to work with. She asks pertinent questions and is a good listener - enabling her to genuinely understand her clients' needs. Linda is very professional and extremely responsive. She has presented high caliber candidates for consideration. I would highly recommend her." Sean Ventura, CA  

"I was contacted by Sarah for a position at BNP. I was excited about the opportunity as well as working with Sarah and Stone & Associates! Throughout the process, Sarah was extremely on point, keeping me abreast on every major development, guiding me through the interview process, and even following up AFTER my first day at the new job! She's enthusiastic, honest and knowledgeable I highly recommend her and Stone & Associates!" Thuy San Francisco, CA  

"Linda is a great person to work with, experienced, and professional. She is very responsive and provides valuable insight and coaching with regards to career opportunities." Ted Los Angeles, CA

The entire team at Stone & Associates operates on an extremely professional level. Sarah identified and processed my candidacy for a position at Silicon Valley Bank. Sarah is extremely intuitive and understands the needs of potential customers and is extremely selective in her approach as to the needs of the candidate and the company for which she is searching.  My experience with Sarah, as well as the rest of Stone, was very efficient. She provided me with daily updates on the process and what was needed from me for review of my candidacy and what was happening internally with SVB's process.  Her value add assisted me in getting a great position that fully meets my needs and was processed in a "record" time as I had her walking me through the steps and ensuring I put my best foot forward.  I am very thankful for Sarah's services as well as Stone & Associates as they assisted me in landing a job I am very passionate about and may not have applied for or executed as well on the opportunity had I not had their assistance. Thank you Sarah! And thank you Stone!  Eric Irvine, CA

Linda is very diligent and supportive. She always responded promptly to any questions that I had and kept me up to date each day about the application process. Within two weeks of reaching out to Linda, she had me connected and hired with a great organization. Mike Northridge, CA

"Sarah, Linda and the whole team at Stone and Associates were a great resource on my search. What sets Sarah apart is her ability to have both the candidates' and the companies' interests as her top priority. She manages several processes at the same time, really being able to find the best fit. The team was very professional, transparent and receptive throughout the whole process. I can't recommend Stone & Associates enough for banking candidates who are trying to find their next great position." Francisco City of Industry, CA

"I had the pleasure of working with Sarah during my recent career transition. Sarah dedicated herself to finding me the right opportunity. I would definitely recommend her to friends and colleagues open to new career prospects."  Robert Costa  Mesa, CA

"Sarah is very knowledgeable about the banking industry. As a recruiter, I feel that Sarah genuinely wants to find the best match for both the companies and candidates she represents. Sarah did a fantastic job staying in contact with me throughout the process and always provided meaningful updates." Cindy  New York, NY 

Linda was very helpful in my recent job search. She listened to me as I described the type of position and business culture I was seeking. She was communicative throughout the interview process and showed a real interest in making sure I was happy and the fit was right for both me and my new bank. I am appreciative of all of her efforts and would highly recommend her to job seekers and company's looking for employees Ron Los Angeles, CA  

“Sarah has great insight and experience in the Banking Industry. Through the recruitment process my career requirements were all fulfilled and negotiated for. The process was seamless and the transition was simple and straightforward.” Derek San Francisco, CA  

"Linda was great to work with. She connected me to a high level, executive position in the Banking/Finance sector. Throughout the process, she offered on point advice and guidance, and was readily available for questions when I had them. I would absolutely recommend Linda, whether you’re looking to take the next step in your career or need to identify high quality prospects for a position." Eric New York, NY 

"Linda is a true expert in her field. I had a great experience working with her. She really understood what I was looking for and found the right match for me. I am very happy at my current job, and Linda is a big reason for this. Thank you!" Kevin San Francisco, CA  

"Sarah and the Stone and Associates team were a great resource to work through in a recent career transition. Sarah showed patience in working through an extended process and was helpful in coordinating meetings and next steps. I would highly recommend Sarah and her team. " Cody San Diego, CA

“Highly recommend working with Sarah; very proactive and looks after her clients' best interest; thank you, Sarah, for helping me get in my current job @ Silicon Valley Bank!” Ron San Francisco, CA  

"It was a pleasure working with Linda! She was very responsive to my questions and the whole hiring process was a breeze. She is a great recruiter and I will definitely be referring her to my friends!" Gagandeep San Francisco, CA

"Linda reached out to me regarding the opening for my current position, and was a tremendous resource right up to being hired. Her ability to facilitate communication, along with her follow through and attention to detail were unparalleled. I truly believe she was an advocate for both parties involved, making certain that needs and desires were well matched with qualifications, abilities and experience. Thank you!" Robert Portland, OR  

“Let’s definitely keep in touch; with all the friends and colleagues I have in this market looking to jump ship, you’re the best recruiter out there. With regards to my current situation, words can not express how much gratitude I have for this awesome opportunity. I absolutely adore the people I work with and foresee a long career here!” Lori Costa Mesa, CA  

"Linda was able to find an opportunity that I hadn't considered before and showed me the value in making the switch. She was always available and followed up on all of my (many) questions during the process. Fantastic to work with and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a finance role." Kon San Francisco, CA  

"I have worked with Linda Noland several times over the last 8 years and have found her to be a woman of high integrity, incredible work ethic, and truly someone who delivers exceptional service and results. Linda Noland working for you is an incredible asset to any individual or company. I highly recommend her." Dennis Los Angeles, CA  

"Linda provided sound counsel to me when I was seeking a new career. With her guidance, I was able to achieve a career goal that would have been difficult without her help. One and a half years later, I couldn't be more satisfied with both the career change and with my current employer." Dan Newport Beach, CA  

“When I told Linda that I wanted to relocate my family from Ohio to Los Angeles, she gave it to me straight. Banks wanted Relationship Managers from the local market, with a pipeline of business and referral sources. We spoke for quite a while and afterwards, Linda promised to make calls to her best clients on my behalf. I truly believe that if it wasn’t for the relationships that Linda had developed over the years with her clients, they wouldn’t have agreed to interview me. Once I got my foot in the door, I was able to sell myself and now my family and I are happy as can be in Southern California. Thanks Stone & Associates, the whole team is professional and really care about their candidates!” Pilar Pasadena, CA  

"Linda is a delight to work with. She has successfully recruited several of my colleagues to join various financial institutions. Linda worked diligently to ensure that the optimal offer was presented to me from my prospective employer. I would have no hesitation to work with Linda again." Adam San Francisco, CA  

 “Sarah did an excellent job finding several new bankers for the expansion of our tech banking practice. She found numerous well qualified candidates and was diligent in arranging the process thru to offer acceptance. We will continue to use her.” Mathew San Francisco, CA   

"Sarah contacted me months before I was willing to make a move. Within only a few months, she called with a unique opportunity that was exactly what I had hoped for but didn't expect to find. Working with Sarah was a pleasure. The opportunity turned out to be everything I had hoped and the process of interviewing and acceptance was seamless with her help." Stacy Oakland, CA  

"My experience with Linda is that she works hard to really get to know you so that she can counsel you on your career needs. She didn't just try to push me into a job that wasn't right for me and has followed me throughout my career. She is a great listener, knowledgeable of the market, and understands banking. Linda was sensitive to my needs and has done a magnificent job as my career advisor and recruiter! Thank you!" Dino San Francisco, CA  

“Before even beginning to search, Stone & Associates took the time to really get to know me — not just my career qualifications or requirements — but to learn about me as an individual first. By taking that extra time, my recruiter got to know what is important to me all around… to help me fit a new job into my life, for the right reasons, and the right price. 32 years in the banking business — 27 of which were in a specific business line in which I had excelled — I was looking for a change. Stone & Associates put me in front of the right opportunities and people — they really know how to hit the mark!” Jean San Francisco, CA  

"Linda is an expert and an amazing resource. I highly recommend her work!" Jonathan Los Angeles, CA  

“I wanted to thank you for your assistance in setting me up here with this new exciting opportunity.  As you can tell, I am very excited and cannot wait to start a new career path with lots of potential for growth and advancement in addition to working with and building a new team.  This could not have happened without you; so, I honestly thank you and appreciate all of your efforts.” Huy Bay Area, CA  

“Thank you Sarah for your assistance in us finding a suitable Analyst. You and Linda are a pleasure to work with always. Thank you.” Anita  Newport Beach, CA

“I was very skeptical about using the services of a headhunter as I had been burned several years ago. Linda was referred to me by a trusted advisor, so I agreed to meet with her. From that first meeting, I knew she was different. She looked at my resume and said, OK, I see where you’ve been, now let’s talk about where you’re going. Linda and I talked about what opportunities would be the best fit for me and she only set up interviews for positions that met that criteria. I am now in a position that I consider my dream job and I am very grateful for Linda’s help!” Christine Chicago, IL  

"Linda is exceptional in her work as a recruiter because she really takes the time to learn about her candidates and determine what would truly be the best fit for them. She does not approach her job as simply moving from one widget to another; she takes a genuine interest in each candidate to make sure they are placed in positions that are right for them. I really appreciate how Linda and I can have an honest upfront discussion of prior employment history and goals for the next position."  Jim San Francisco, CA

"Sarah was a pleasure to work with and stood with me every step of the way. She was highly responsive to phone calls and chased down answers to my questions (if she didn’t already have the answer, which she usually did). She made a potentially difficult process easy. I would recommend her to anyone who is considering looking for or hiring for a new position." Dan Los Angeles, CA

"Linda was a joy to work with while I was with Preferred Bank and in a hiring mode. Her follow up is excellent and her demeanor is conducive to a good working relationship." Fred Los Angeles, CA  

"A year ago, Sarah reached out to me see if I was interested in an opportunity that would elevate my experience in banking & to deepen my knowledge in Technology sector. Although I did not know that it was something I was looking for at first, it eventually became the perfect fit for me. During the interview process, Sarah was very helpful and provided open communication, interview prep and constant feedback. I have her to thank for connecting me to a wonderful team that has given me an opportunity to learn and excel" Jennifer  San Francisco, CA

"Sarah reached out to me for an opportunity as a Business Banker with Opus Bank. She was very professional and addressed my initial questions about the position. She walked me through the whole process; from initial interview, follow up interview, tips on interviewing, to helping me negotiate my compensation when the job was offered to me. I believe Sarah is the right kind of recruiter who works with candidates to help them get to their next step for career advancement. I hope if you are looking for your next step, you will consider Sarah, for without her I would  not have landed this career opportunity." Rob Seattle, WA 

"Sarah was an excellent recruiter for my last position. She made the recruiting process transparent and as smooth as possible. Her passion for the job and her candidates was evident from the moment we first spoke, and I have the utmost trust in her abilities and integrity. I highly recommend Sarah! " Andrew San Francisco, CA

“Linda works hard to understand the requirements and delivers appropriate candidates for consideration. She has introduced me to several who were subsequently hired over the past five years. She is great to work with!” Scott San Diego, CA

"Linda was very helpful throughout my search and ultimately helped me land a role at a great company. If you need help with a job search within Treasury Management/ Commercial Banking, Linda has a lot of contacts and can help you get in the door." Sally San Francisco, CA

"Sarah’s creative thinking, expertise, positive can-do attitude and drive as a professional made her an absolute pleasure to work with. She continually delivered results, went above and beyond in providing exceptional service and support, and showed genuine integrity and respect as a consultant. I recommend her highly." Ron Los Angeles, Ca

"I started working with Linda Noland from Stone and Associates over a year ago. She was thorough and methodical in providing different career opportunities as I looked to further my career and transition into a new area. One of the things that set Linda apart was the follow-up with the hiring managers. Linda coordinated all meetings, negotiated the offer and provided council through my decision process. I highly recommend Linda and her team" Lynette San Francisco, CA

"I worked with Linda numerous times. She helped me find top sales talent across the US. She is well connected, and found many recruits for open positions. She is hard working and very personable. I highly recommend and will use Linda's skills again." Cindy San Diego, CA