Business Details
18 Years
experience
Life Science Talent Advisory Services Nationwide
Since 2008, Raindance Partners has established itself as a premier talent advisory firm specializing in the life sciences industry. Our team brings decades of collective experience from leadership roles at globally recognized companies like Illumina, Roche, and PerkinElmer, enabling us to deliver exceptional candidate pipelines tailored to our clients' unique needs. We prioritize quality over quantity, taking on fewer engagements to ensure thoroughness and precision in every search. Our industry-specific expertise spans biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and medical devices, covering all organizational functions from executive leadership to scientific research.With over 750 successful placements nationwide, we measure our success through our clients' ability to scale operations, reduce time-to-hire, and secure top-tier talent that drives competitive advantage. Our commitment to integrity, reliability, and delivery has fostered long-term partnerships with companies ranging from Fortune 500 enterprises to innovative startups. By combining deep sector knowledge with a personalized approach, we help organizations build teams capable of achieving transformative outcomes in the life sciences space.
Services
Executive Search
Scientific Recruitment
Leadership Advisory
Biotech Staffing
Pharmaceutical Talent
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 750+ successful life science placements nationwide
- Team with leadership experience at top industry firms
- Specialized focus on life sciences since 2008
- Proven track record reducing client time-to-hire
- Commitment to integrity in all client interactions
What people say
Top talent
Professional and knowledgeable
Effective and consistent
Integral team members
Timely professional feedback
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies C-suite and VP-level leaders for life science organizations. With specialized expertise in biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, we deliver candidates who combine technical acumen with strategic vision. Our process combines industry-specific knowledge with rigorous assessment methodologies to ensure leadership alignment with organizational goals.
Scientific Recruitment
We specialize in placing scientific professionals across life science disciplines. From bench scientists to R&D directors, our deep industry connections and technical understanding enable precise matching of candidates with laboratory and research requirements in diagnostics and medical device fields.
Leadership Advisory
Our advisory service helps organizations develop comprehensive talent strategies aligned with business objectives. We provide market insights, compensation benchmarking, and succession planning tailored to the unique demands of the life sciences industry, ensuring long-term organizational success.
Biotech Staffing
We support biotech companies at all growth stages with specialized staffing solutions. Our expertise spans both technical roles and operational positions, helping emerging companies build foundational teams while assisting established firms with expansion needs in the competitive life science market.
Pharmaceutical Talent
Our pharmaceutical recruitment service addresses the complex talent needs of drug development organizations. We source professionals across clinical research, regulatory affairs, and commercial operations, leveraging our network of industry veterans to fill critical positions in this highly regulated sector.
People
Mike Tognotti
Founder
With over 15 years in life science recruitment, Mike established Raindance Partners to combine industry expertise with personalized service. His leadership has driven 750+ successful placements nationwide.
Bree Hendrick
Partner
Bringing extensive experience in executive search, Bree specializes in connecting life science organizations with leadership talent that drives innovation and business growth across biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.
Kathy Bantle
Recruiter
Kathy focuses on identifying emerging talent and seasoned professionals for life science roles, leveraging her industry network to match candidates with organizations' technical and cultural requirements.
Karen Roberts
Supporting the recruitment process with meticulous candidate screening and client coordination, Karen ensures seamless execution of search assignments across the firm's diverse client base.
Melissa Garrigan
Managing candidate relations and interview coordination, Melissa brings organizational expertise that maintains the firm's high service standards throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Questions
What life science sectors do you specialize in?
We focus on biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, medical devices, and contract research organizations.
Do you work with startups or only large companies?
We serve organizations of all sizes, from Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging startups across the US.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our team's industry experience enables precise candidate evaluation through rigorous research and cultural fit assessments.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We conduct searches nationwide with a proven track record of successful placements in all US regions.
How long does the average search take?
Our focused approach typically reduces time-to-hire by leveraging deep industry networks and targeted outreach.
Reviews (6)
Zeynep Sayar
Aug 20, 2021
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Working with Kathy Bantle at Radiance Partners was such a pleasure. Kathy was so attentive, direct and helpful in every interaction I had with her, from her initial Linkedin message till after I received an offer from the company she connected me with. I genuinely felt that she had my best interest at heart. I highly recommend working with Kathy!
Tim Booth
Mar 24, 2021
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Working with Sallie Kerr and Raindance Partners was instrumental to unlocking a new career path that matched strengths I had failed to recognize in myself. Sallie was able to create opportunity for me by listening and thinking outside the box. I highly recommend Sallie and Raindance Partners.
Scott Ferguson
Jan 03, 2021
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Mike's well written and perfectly targeted LinkedIn message is what motivated me to respond. I normally ignore recruiters through LinkedIn but something about Mike's message spoke to me. And from the first phone conversation all the way through to the offer, I felt Mike was there for me as a trusted advisor with my interests and success in mind. He was transparent about the job and employer while still advocating for them. I will certainly be using him in the future for my recruiting needs.
Jim Huntley
Dec 10, 2020
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I had been in touch with Mike from Raindance Partners over the last several years regarding opportunities that fit well with my skill set, career objectives, company profile and location. I found that Mike was very responsive, contacting me when he came across employment opps that would be of interest to me. I find him to be knowledgeable, very professional and considerate. Mike took the time to get to know me and my overall career goals/path. His efforts and diligence paid off. I recommend Mike and Raindance Partners with the highest possible enthusiasm.
James Forrester
Nov 16, 2020
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I have been in the molecular diagnostics and life science business for 14 years in holding a number of sales roles from individual contributor, corporate account roles, and leading teams at Luminex, QIAGEN, and now NanoString. Mike and his team have been a valuable asset throughout my career in providing guidance in career decision making and helping provide top talent in my efforts to build teams.
They operate with the highest level of honestly and integrity in career guidance and the talent they provide. From a search perspective they provide the best of the best and do a great deal of vetting
They operate with the highest level of honestly and integrity in career guidance and the talent they provide. From a search perspective they provide the best of the best and do a great deal of vetting
Alan Barber
Sep 30, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
These folks are the best!!! Always following up and staying on top of the process. Would work with them again without hesitation.
These folks are the best!!! Always following up and staying on top of the process. Would work with them again without hesitation.
