About Newcomb-Desmond

Who we are

Newcomb-Desmond & Associates is a contingency/retained search firm specializing in the placement of mid to senior level executives and professionals.  We have expertise in Engineering, Manufacturing, Software / Hardware, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing across a variety of functional disciplines.

Our history

Newcomb-Desmond & Associates was established in 1979 by our founder Perry Newcomb.  A company dedicated to providing nationwide clients with a confidential, highly experienced contingency/retained search firm.

Upon Mr. Newcomb's retirement in 1992, Michael Desmond became the President/COO.

What sets us apart

Newcomb-Desmond & Associates is dedicated to building solid, long-term relationships and providing our clients with the best service possible.  Our through approach and extensive internal  candidate database, along with our outside contacts, allow us to provide you with the best candidates required to fill your open positions.  

Our screening procedures are rigorous and background checks on education and work skills are performed before any candidate is ever submitted for your review.

Professional services

Newcomb-Desmond is dedicated to its only business asset our clients.  We believe in providing our clients with the highest levels of service, excellence and satisfaction.

Recruitment Services include:

Initial planning and consultation, needs assessment and job definition, compensation advice, direct recruiting, candidate presentations, assistance with final selection, compensation package negotiation and post-placement follow-up.

We also offer placement guarantees.