Our Mission
​East Bay Talent is widely recognized as one of the industry’s fastest growing recruitment agencies. With dedicated team members, we have the capacity to build meaningful, long-lasting relationships with all our clients. Our success is a result of our commitment to the best people, the best solutions and the best results.
We invite you to contact one of our team members today. They are committed to providing you with an experience focused on what you value most.
Our Industries
East Bay Talent has the relationships to connect companies with the best recruits, as well as connect applicants with the right companies. We have specific teams in place to guide you forward. Get in touch with us today!
Reliability
Excellence
The
East Bay Talent
Difference
Trust
Innovation
Meet Our Industry Leaders
Adam Plimpton
Co-Founder & Managing Partner - Equipment Leasing & Financing Recruiting
Kristjano Dardha
Co-Founder & Managing Partner - Commercial Finance & Credit Recruiting
TJ Gallagher
Managing Director -
Working Capital/MCA
Recruiting
Our Founders
Established in 2019, our Co-Founders sought to create a company that not only fills jobs, but changes lives. Meet our dedicated leaders who work hard to build long-lasting relationships, as well as provide top-notch services to all our clients.
Adam Plimpton
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Head of Equipment Leasing/Financing
Adam Plimpton leads the company’s Equipment Leasing and Financing division. His strong background in recruiting, sales, and human resources has allowed him to excel in the industry. With 7+ years of experience in Recruiting, Adam has a deep understanding of how to manage the process, helping both his clients and candidates succeed.
Apart from his day job, Adam has volunteered with many nonprofit organizations, such as School on Wheels and serving as a board member for Habitat for Humanity in Southern California. He strongly believes in helping others and serving the community.
In his free time, Adam enjoys spending time with his family and his dogs. He also loves boating, traveling, and relaxing in his small lake community in Western CT.
Kristjano Dardha
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Head of Commercial Banking, Finance, & Credit
Kristjano is an experienced executive search professional adept at locating talent across a variety of industries and functions. He has a deep research background and superb skills in identifying top financials professionals.
During his previous tenures, Kristjano was a top revenue producer in multiple firms, achieving a reputation as one of the "go to" recruiters in the area. Additionally, Kristjano has helped build out top performing recruiting teams in his career.
Kristjano graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors from the University of Albany with a Bachelors in Finance and Marketing. He currently resides in the New York City Metro Area, and in his free time you can find him on the golf course or the ski slopes. He highly enjoys working with people and is a strong believer in positive psychology.
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How We Do It
The East Bay Talent Process