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Tamara Dawn, Founder and CEOVelocity Consulting Services (VELO) offers a wealth of expertise spanning more than three decades in direct placement services and staff augmentation for small, medium, and large enterprises across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. VELO empowers talent partners to leverage its capabilities and services across business and geographic locations. The company’s primary focus is on the construction sector, while also serving manufacturing, engineering, trades, industrial, and environmental niches by providing efficient staffing services. VELO’s forte lies in the ability to have a quick candidate turnaround without compromising talent quality. It is flexible with fees, adjusts to clients' needs and budgets for hiring the right talent, stays updated on market trends and rates through research, and prioritizes investing in the right sourcing tools and databases and developing distinctive networking programs, as its mission is to provide top-tier talent to clients, actively contributing to their sustained success.
“One of our leading clients in the field of fab and cleanroom construction has reported to us that they have witnessed an impressive growth of over 75 percent in both contractual commitments and contingent workforce after collaborating with us,” says Tamara Dawn, founder, CEO, and VELO consulting partner.
VELO doesn't solely prioritize employers; it holds an equal commitment to the well-being and interests of candidates. It stands by the fundamental belief that companies and candidates merit equal consideration, validation, and respect in all aspects of the recruitment journey.
In the coming decade, VELO foresees a substantial decrease in the enrollment of individuals, both domestic and international, seeking academic degrees in civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering. Therefore, it has instituted a robust candidate retention program, assuring a highly skilled workforce with exceptional employee retention. This commitment is contingent upon employers aligning their offerings with candidates' specific requirements. In this initiative, it collaborates with employers to explore the types of tuition reimbursement programs an employer is offering. For example, do employers typically cover the expenses associated with obtaining their professional engineer (PE) certification? Are they actively encouraging candidates to achieve this certification? Besides, VELO understands candidates on important considerations such as medical benefits, vacation time, tuition reimbursement, daycare facilities, parking, and mileage. Employers who adopt resources and align with candidate priorities emerge as noteworthy, and VELO then initiates the staffing process.
For its consistent commitment and thoughtful approach to both candidates and clients, the company is positioned as a reliable supplier of skilled talent for cleanroom construction and fabrication centers for numerous projects underway for major players in the semiconductor and micro-electronic manufacturing sector. For 2024, VELO has set ambitious milestones to further its commitment to environmental sustainability. Following the successful launch of VELO Eco in 2023, it is now venturing into the realm of environmental initiatives, securing clients in the manufacturing facility space dedicated to electric cars, clean energy, and various environmentally-friendly facilities. VELO will also focus on actualizing the construction of these specialized facilities, emphasizing its dedication to fostering a cleaner and greener environment. Also, the company’s strategic focus extends to entering the laboratory space and further developing VELO Eco.
In the coming decade, VELO foresees a substantial decrease in the enrollment of individuals, both domestic and international, seeking academic degrees in civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering. Therefore, it has instituted a robust candidate retention program, assuring a highly skilled workforce with exceptional employee retention. This commitment is contingent upon employers aligning their offerings with candidates' specific requirements. In this initiative, it collaborates with employers to explore the types of tuition reimbursement programs an employer is offering. For example, do employers typically cover the expenses associated with obtaining their professional engineer (PE) certification? Are they actively encouraging candidates to achieve this certification? Besides, VELO understands candidates on important considerations such as medical benefits, vacation time, tuition reimbursement, daycare facilities, parking, and mileage. Employers who adopt resources and align with candidate priorities emerge as noteworthy, and VELO then initiates the staffing process.
It knows that offering medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) accrual to meet the candidates’ needs significantly enhances talent retention. So, VELO treats them close to full-time employees while adapting its benefits approach to cater to their specific requirements for sustained employment. While collaborating with employers and candidates, VELO challenges the notion of a middle person. Clients are directly paired with a VCP, who serves as a bridge between candidates and clients. This individual ensures seamless communication throughout the staffing process. This direct line of contact facilitates swift and transparent communication for both parties involved, enhancing the overall efficiency of staffing services.
One of our leading clients in the field of fab and cleanroom construction has reported us that they have witnessed an impressive growth of over 75 percent in both contractual commitments and contingent workforce after collaborating with us
Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, VELO has experienced consistent growth, maintaining an impressive 30 percent year-over-year increase. The goal for 2024 is to elevate its growth rate to 40 percent. This upward trajectory is indicative of VELO’s positive momentum and strategic planning.
