We believe

At People Machine, we believe that the future belongs to those who innovate, and innovation starts with the right talent. In a world of rapidly evolving technology, it’s not just about finding employees, but about finding the visionaries and problem-solvers who will shape the next generation of success.

We don’t just fill positions; we connect leading companies with the forward-thinkers who fit their purpose. By understanding not just what a company does, but why they do it, we identify talent that shares that same passion. Our focus is on building relationships, not transactions. We’re here to ensure that every hire is a step towards a brighter, more innovative future for both the company and the individual.

At the intersection of innovation and leadership, we bring together the minds that drive change. Because when the right people are empowered by the right companies, anything is possible.

talent matters

"If I were running a company today, I would have a priority above all others: to acquire as many of the best people as I could (because) the single biggest constraint on the success of any organization is the ability to get and to hang on to enough of the right people."

- Jim Collins

"The secret of my success is that we have gone to exceptional lengths to hire the best people in the world."
– Steve Jobs

"Time spent on hiring is time well spent."
– Robert Half

"A company's success is dependent on the talent it attracts and retains. Engaged talent is the most powerful competitive advantage."
– Don Tapscott

"Acquiring the right talent is the most important key to growth. Hiring was – and still is – the most important thing we do."
– Marc Benioff

"If you hire people just because they can do a job, they’ll work for your money. But if you hire people who believe what you believe, they’ll work for you with blood and sweat and tears."
– Simon Sinek

"Hire character. Train skill."
– Peter Schutz

"If you think it’s expensive to hire a professional, wait until you hire an amateur."
– Red Adair

Founder

Chris Welsh, Founder & Partner

Chris is a father, husband, cyclist, triathlete and frisbee player; working and playing hard to give and get the most out of every day.

As a professional, he has completed the profitable turnaround of Canada’s oldest recruiting firm as CEO; led Canada’s largest technology search practice; placed technology CEO’s and CIO’s; and led both RPO

Chris is a father, husband, cyclist, triathlete and frisbee player; working and playing hard to give and get the most out of every day.

As a volunteer, Chris sits on the Expert Advisory Group for Linkedin, and is an Advisor for the RIC Centre, a technology incubator; giving him the opportunity to give back to both the recruiting and tech sectors.

Throughout his life, Chris has always placed an emphasis on strong relationships and quality work, ahead of volume and speed. These core values are the foundation of People Machine.

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