For nearly three decades, Jake Stiles has played an instrumental role in growing Stiles Associates from a niche recruiting agency to the premier Lean executive search firm in the country. He’s helped transform client organizations by placing top talent across a wide spectrum of industrial segments including manufacturing, consulting, healthcare and professional services.

As Lean and continuous improvement have spread from factory floors to hospitals, financial institutions and beyond, Jake has continued to build ties to thought leaders and increase Lean’s scope at the most innovative institutions. As a result, he’s served as a member of numerous industry associations and boards – including the Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) and the Greater Boston Manufacturing Partnership (GBMP).