HR Execs on the Move

Hal Smith Restaurants

Hal Smith Restaurants is a restaurant management company based in Norman, Oklahoma, founded in 1992 by Hal Smith. The company operates over 80 locations across seven states, featuring a diverse range of dining options from casual to upscale. Annual sales approach $250 million, and the company emphasizes strong customer service and employee training. The company develops, manages, and franchises various restaurant concepts. Its portfolio includes full-service dining options like Charleston’s Restaurant, Red Rock Canyon Grill, and Mahogany Prime Steakhouse. It also features casual and themed concepts such as Ted’s Café Escondido, Louie’s Bar & Grill, The Garage, and Pub W. Hal Smith Restaurants has a history of franchising, having previously managed Outback Steakhouse and On The Border Mexican Cafe franchises. With a focus on community-centric locations, Hal Smith Restaurants continues to expand, including new openings like Neighborhood JA.M. in Oklahoma City planned for Spring 2025. The company is dedicated to culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences for a wide range of customers.

Gorham Savings Bank

We are a community bank focused on doing whats best for our customers -- whether its providing a new service that works for more people, or taking the time to ask what more we can do to help. We offer every convenience for banking off-site or on-line, but never, ever compromise on personal attention. And proud as we are of our history dating back to 1868, our sights are firmly -- and optimistically -- set on whats ahead. Gorham Savings Bank is dedicated to improving the economic and social well-being of our customers and the communities we serve and committed to be the leading financial service provider in creating economic growth, prosperity, and financial security for the citizens and communities of Southern Maine by: • Developing and delivering quality products and services to our customers. • Establishing a workplace environment that attracts and retains highly motivated, high performing employees. • Achieving sound financial results which will allow us to reinvest in our company and in our communities in a meaningful and sustainable manner. Member FDIC - Equal Housing Lender

demandDrive

demandDrive is the industry leader in sales development and demand generation. We provide clients with a full-service sales development function as well as data & demand generation programs to help them optimize their sales & marketing processes and increase revenue growth. demandDrive provides a dedicated team of Sales Development Reps and combines best practices in sales development and demand generation with industry-leading sales enablement tools to uncover and qualify new sales opportunities. demandDrive has become a pioneer in lead Generation, specializing in developing and executing custom sales / marketing programs for clients in the technology space. Services include, but are not limited to: - Integrated Inbound & Outbound Lead Generation - Startup Sales Acceleration - Data Services - Sales & Marketing Intelligence - Demand Generation Consulting demandDrive utilizes a consultative approach to kick-start lead generation and combines the flexibility of outsourcing with the expertise and continued development of a close-knit internal team. Dedicated Sales Development Reps are seasoned through an intensive dD Certification Program and work closely with clients sales and marketing teams to understand their product. This attention to detail allows for high volume, high quality and actionable sales opportunities. demandDrive has collected top honors such as being named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in the US and being deemed one of the top 20 companies in the country for work-life balance (per Glassdoor).

Midland States Bank

Midland States Bank is a community-based financial institution with over a century of history. As a subsidiary of Midland States Bancorp, Inc., headquartered in Effingham, Illinois, the bank is dedicated to supporting local businesses and residents. The bank offers a wide range of financial services, including commercial banking tailored for local businesses, wealth management with a focus on financial planning and investment services, and personal banking solutions that cater to individual needs. Midland States Bank emphasizes a personalized approach, aiming to be a supportive partner for customers during important life events. With a commitment to teamwork and community support, Midland States Bank promotes sustainable practices and social responsibility through its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The bank continues to evolve under the leadership of CEO Leon J. Holschbach, focusing on enhancing profitability and competitiveness in the financial sector.

The Hicksville Bank