Trusted By Leading Brands As Their Talent Acquisition Partner

TalentRx™ is a trusted partner for organizations seeking to elevate their talent acquisition strategies. Our team of experienced professionals combines deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge technology to deliver personalized solutions that meet your unique needs. We are committed to building long-lasting relationships with our clients and providing exceptional service at every stage of the hiring process.

  • TalentRx™ was developed as a solution to challenges faced by our parent company, which has a need for high-volume recruiting and executive search. We were frustrated by two critical challenges: finding the right people and maintaining the quality of our talent funnel.

    We tried everything, from partnering with traditional large-scale staffing organizations and holding them accountable for outcomes like graduating candidates from training to simply filling the funnel. We even brought in consultants who promised to reduce employee turnover with specialized techniques, but nothing worked.

    In 2017, we took matters into our own hands and began developing an internal platform. We were early adopters of artificial intelligence, even at a very basic level. However, we were already using the early version of our technology and started seeing real success. We connected with more candidates and consistently filled our training classes, leading clients to ask how we were managing to achieve these results.

    We then shifted our focus to retention, ensuring that employees not only completed their training but also stayed through the critical three and six-month marks. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive—not only were we meeting our headcount goals, but we were also experiencing significantly lower turnover rates.

    Through this success, we decided to commercialize TalentRx™. Now in its third iteration, the platform incorporates the latest advancements in generative AI. But what truly sets TalentRx™ apart is its 360-degree view, addressing the needs of both employees and employers. We believe this approach is revolutionary in the marketplace.

    The TalentRx™ Platform is available to our customers in either an RPO/staffing model or on a licensed basis. To support this initiative, we’ve recently expanded our management team with dedicated professionals who share our vision.

    The staffing industry must adapt to and embrace generative artificial intelligence. We believe we’ve perfected the current model to enhance both the quality of the talent funnel and the longevity of candidates within organizations.

Our Executive Team | TalentRx™

Dan Plashkes

  • A pioneering leader in the Customer Care industry, founded SP Data Digital at 26 in 1986, laying the groundwork for the call center outsourcing business. He later co-founded SP Data in 2005, revitalizing the SP Data brand and leading it to prominence. Plashkes was instrumental in the 1996 merger that created International Data Response Corporation (IDRC), where he helped grow the company to the third-largest telemarketing firm in North America. He also founded and led eAssist Global Solutions as CEO until its sale in 2005. Recently, Plashkes played a pivotal role in launching TalentRx™, further showcasing his commitment to innovation and client success. Recognized as one of North America's Top 10 Telepros and an Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Plashkes splits his time between San Diego County and client meetings across North America.

Rick Chad

  • Rick Chad started his career in marketing at P&G and then Cadbury.  After moving into recruitment, Rick has been the leading force behind Chad Management Group since 1981. Rick is a recognized industry thought leader in the Marketing, Advertising, Retail, Communications and the Entertainment space and has an unmatched passion for Recruitment Business


    Ricks passion for the entertainment business has also translated into a Production Company that includes Movies Television and Musical Theatre.

David Borts

  • A co-founder of SP Data Digital, is a technology expert overseeing US and Canadian business operations and driving technological innovations. Before SP Data Digital, David co-founded eAssist with Dan, where he served as CTO and designed the first-generation, hosted multi-channel CRM and call center software platform. He has developed enterprise solutions for major Fortune 100 companies, including Mercedes Benz, McDonald's, AT&T, Sprint, TD Bank, and Bell Canada. David holds a BA in Political Science from York University and is currently focused on developing TalentRx™, a pioneering AI recruitment solution with a pending patent.

Jason Chad

  • Jason started his career at IBM, where he developed a strong customer-centric approach and gained an appreciation for various offerings, including Hardware, Software, Services / SaaS, and eCommerce. 

     

    He has led the Chad Management Technology / ChadTech practice for the past 22 years, and his mission has been to empower companies with exceptional talent.  Jason has honed his expertise in fostering strategic partnerships and driving commercial success. His approach to recruitment is proactive, targeting top talent that can propel an organization's growth. He enables his clients to thrive by building robust teams that are the cornerstone of any successful enterprise.

Sara Henderson

  • With over a decade of human resources leadership at multinational corporations, Sara oversees a team dedicated to enhancing the candidate and employee experience across the organization's present and future talent pool. Her strategic vision led to the development of the TalentRx™ platform, a cutting-edge AI-driven system that transformed the company's recruiting process. By pioneering a data-centric approach to talent acquisition, Sara played a pivotal role in transitioning the company from subjective hiring practices to a more objective and scientific methodology.

Brian Cato

  • Brian brings over two decades of experience in operational performance management to the table. His ability to build high-performing leadership teams from diverse backgrounds and design effective training programs that foster early success is a testament to his leadership skills. Additionally, Brian's commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident in his creation of employee-centric programs that reflect the company's ethical representation.

    Currently responsible for overseeing the end-to-end processes, customer contact, and strategic direction of SP's Canadian operations, Brian has a proven track record of success. Prior to joining S&P, he served as the SVP of Customer Service for ICG Communications and President of Onlinetel. Brian holds a degree from York University.

Brandon Kline

  • Bringing over 20 years of strategic sales and leadership experience, Brandon Kline leads the TalentRx™ team as Managing Director. With a proven track record in driving successful sales initiatives and enhancing client relationships, Brandon focuses on scaling operations, optimizing client engagement strategies, and fostering a data-driven approach to workforce solutions. At TalentRx™, Brandon is passionate about integrating advanced technologies and processes to meet the evolving needs of clients and candidates alike.

Karliegh Heatley

  • Karliegh is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience driving client success through strategic program development and implementation. Her current role involves a strategic partnership with the HR department to ensure seamless onboarding of RPO partnerships. Renowned for her passion for candidate and associate profiling, Karliegh employs a data-driven approach to identify top talent, delivering exceptional outcomes for clients. Her deep expertise in this area makes her an invaluable asset to the team.

Shannon Torres

  • Shannon brings over 20 years of sales and sales management experience to her role in talent acquisition. This unique background provides her with a fresh perspective on identifying and nurturing top talent.

    Over the past three years, Shannon has cultivated a deep passion for people development, which drives her commitment to finding exceptional individuals and fostering their growth.

Gowsh Sri

  • A jack of all trades, who started his career in medicine, moved onto marketing and tech industry before bringing his unique skillset to the recruitment game. His creativity, adaptability and learning ability has brought success in helping clients source amazing talent. Experience recruiting at various levels within the Tech, AI, and Marketing Industry.

Hiran Jayawardena

  • An innovator and a leader with the skill sets to incorporate and integrate the latest technologies for any business. His creativity and ingenuity has set him ahead of the curve. Rare breed of Recruiter who is extremely knowledgeable on the tech side – but also very adept having a business conversation.

     

Ken Khan

  • With a proven track record of reducing cost-per-hire, I specialize in diagnosing recruitment challenges and implementing effective, long-term hiring solutions. I bring a consultative approach to talent acquisition, actively listening and responding to the specific needs of both clients and candidates with over 15 years of global experience. My focus is on sourcing top-tier talent for high-performance departments, where my insights and integrity foster meaningful, impactful placements for businesses and careers alike. I prioritize understanding client needs, leveraging this knowledge to deliver tailored, high-quality candidates that align with budget constraints and timelines.

     

    In addition to my recruitment expertise, I’m committed to mentoring promising professionals and engaging with trade associations. This hands-on approach enhances my understanding of industry trends and helps me continuously refine my strategies.