David Laggan

About David Laggan

Dave attended the University of Cincinnati and received a Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has experience working as a Maintenance Supervisor & Quality Engineer at Ford Motor Company and has an understanding of Manufacturing & Engineering firsthand. This has helped with his success in professional recruiting and understanding his customers’ needs and candidates’ experience.Dave Laggan is a Senior Search Consultant at Capstone Search Advisors focusing primarily on mid to high-level recruiting for manufacturing positions throughout North America. Dave has recruited for the past 20 years. He also held a strategic Talent Acquisition role for a Private Equity Manufacturing Portfolio.Dave values honesty and loyalty and believes as long as you do right by others, you will be successful and create the strongest relationships: personally as well as professionally.Feel free to contact him through LinkedIn and/or email to make an introduction: d••••••@capstonesearch.com

Experience

1. National Recruiter

   The Planet Group

   Jan 2026 — Present · Cleveland, OH, US

   The Planet Group is a leading professional recruiting firm specializing in matching top-tier talent with leading organizations across various industries. With a commitment to understanding both client needs and candidate aspirations, we offer tailored recruitment solutions that drive business success and career advancement.Since our inception in 2009, we’ve built a reputation for delivering exceptional recruitment services, leveraging our deep industry expertise, extensive network, and cutting-edge technology to help organizations grow and thrive. We focus on connecting companies with professionals who not only have the skills and experience needed but also align with the organizational culture and long-term vision.Our Mission:To provide exceptional talent solutions that empower organizations to achieve their goals while fostering career growth and opportunities for skilled professionals.Our Services:• Executive Search: We specialize in identifying and placing high-level executives who can lead and drive business strategy.• Permanent Placement: We match clients with top talent for long-term, full-time positions in a variety of industries, including [list industries relevant to your firm].Our Approach:At [Your Company Name], we take a consultative approach to recruitment. Our dedicated team of recruiters works closely with clients to fully understand their needs, culture, and strategic goals. We then leverage our extensive network, modern recruiting tools, and market insights to source the best-fit candidates.We believe in quality over quantity, ensuring that every candidate we present not only meets the technical qualifications but also complements the values and culture of the organization.Industries We Serve:We specialize in recruiting for a broad range of industries, including but not limited to:• Engineering • Manufacturing• Power Generation• Oil & Gas• Marketing & Sales• Legal & Compliance• Human Resources• Supply Chain & Logistics

Education

• Holy Name High School

  Diploma

  1991 — 1995

• University of Cincinnati

  Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

  1995 — 2001

Skills

• Recruiting
• Lean Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement
• Cold Calling
• Interviewing
• Leadership
• Talent Acquisition
• Team Building
• Management
• Sourcing
• Mentoring
• Talent Management
• Workers Compensation
• Executive Search
• Employee Benefits
• Human Resources
• Selling
• Training
• Employee Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Onboarding
• Manufacturing
• Analysis
• Technical Recruiting
• Marketing
• Customer Service
• Sales Management
• Engineering
• Networking
• Temporary Placement
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Interviews
• Insurance
• Performance Management
• Beatboxing
• Dinosaurs