Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Talent Management Solutions in Independence, OH
Ratliff & Taylor is the largest full-service talent management consultancy in the Midwest, serving clients through three dedicated lines of business: Executive Search, Leadership Development, and Career Transition. With nearly three decades of experience, we have established ourselves as trusted advisors to business executives nationwide by delivering measurable returns on investment through tailored talent solutions. Our team comprises seasoned professionals with extensive leadership experience across finance, operations, sales, and human resources, enabling us to align talent strategies with business objectives.We prioritize community engagement through initiatives like Mission for Good, supporting over 150 nonprofit organizations, and maintain a global network via Cornerstone International Group to conduct searches worldwide. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our proven track record of placing executives, developing leaders, and facilitating career transitions with industry-leading outcomes.
Services
Executive Search
Leadership Development
Career Transition
Organizational Effectiveness
Executive Coaching
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have nearly 30 years of experience in talent management across diverse industries.
- Our services are designed to deliver measurable ROI for every client engagement.
- Our team includes former senior business leaders with expertise in HR and operations.
- We offer global search capabilities through Cornerstone International Group's network.
- We maintain a 96% client satisfaction rate in career transition services.
Services
Executive Search
We identify and place senior executives through a rigorous, data-driven process tailored to clients' strategic needs. Our retained search model ensures exclusive focus on finding leaders who align with organizational culture and business goals. With global reach via Cornerstone International Group, we deliver candidates who drive long-term value for public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
Leadership Development
Our programs enhance leadership capabilities through personalized coaching and group experiences. Certified consultants use assessments, feedback, and practical tools to improve emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and team performance. Clients report measurable improvements in revenue, engagement, and leadership effectiveness within 6-12 months of engagement.
Career Transition
We support professionals navigating career changes through one-on-one coaching and proprietary technology platforms. Our services include resume development, networking strategies, and interview preparation. Participants achieve new roles in an average of 2.73 months, with 80% securing equal or higher compensation.
Organizational Effectiveness
We help organizations improve performance through structural and cultural transformations. Services include competency modeling, diversity initiatives, and succession planning. Our consultants combine diagnostic tools with industry expertise to align talent strategies with business objectives, enhancing productivity and employee engagement.
Executive Coaching
Our certified coaches work with C-suite executives and high-potential leaders to refine critical skills. Programs focus on communication, change management, and strategic decision-making. Clients gain actionable insights through 360-degree feedback, behavioral assessments, and customized development plans that drive measurable business impact.
People
Mike Milby
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Milby leads Ratliff & Taylor's strategic vision, leveraging decades of executive leadership experience. He oversees client relationships and drives innovation in talent management solutions while championing community initiatives through Mission for Good.
Beth Sweeney
President
Beth Sweeney directs day-to-day operations and business development. Her expertise in leadership development and organizational effectiveness shapes the firm's service offerings and client engagement strategies across the Midwest.
Nada Norval
Senior Vice President, Career Transition
Nada Norval leads career transition services, combining certified consulting with technology-driven solutions. She specializes in helping organizations manage workforce changes while maintaining employee dignity and business continuity.
Alison Arkin
Senior Vice President, Leadership Development
Alison Arkin designs leadership programs that enhance organizational performance. With expertise in executive coaching and group facilitation, she develops customized solutions that improve team dynamics and strategic capabilities.
Linda Gray
Senior Vice President, Executive Search
Linda Gray manages executive search engagements, focusing on nonprofit and healthcare sectors. Her industry knowledge and network ensure placements that align with clients' mission-critical leadership requirements.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve diverse sectors including healthcare, nonprofit, manufacturing, finance, and technology across public and private organizations.
How do you ensure quality in executive placements?
Our retained search process combines global networks, behavioral assessments, and cultural alignment analysis to identify leaders who deliver measurable business impact.
What makes your career transition services unique?
We combine one-on-one coaching with proprietary technology platforms, achieving industry-leading results with 80% of participants securing equal or higher compensation.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, through Cornerstone International Group's global network, we conduct searches and provide services in over 40 countries while maintaining local market expertise.
How do you measure success in leadership development?
Clients report 51% higher revenue growth and 10-19% sales increases after our programs, with measurable improvements in emotional intelligence and strategic thinking.
What community initiatives do you support?
Our Mission for Good program partners with over 150 nonprofits, focusing on food security, education, and healthcare access in Northeast Ohio.
Reviews (4)
Rodger Thompson
Jun 09, 2020
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I was very unhappy how across the board this group pushed LinkedIn as an end all be all source to being able to network and find a new job. While LinkedIn is A source, it should not be the top go to. They really wanted me to make a LinkedIn profile. I just refused. I got a job without dealing with the headache of LinkedIn.
Julie Cabrera
Dec 27, 2019
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Amazing company to work with for all career needs. Staff is professional and willing to help in any way needed. Amazing experience with Paul DiFranco!
Vida Horsfield
Dec 23, 2019
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Beautiful place, beautiful people! Highly recommended. They actually listen and they offer advice and training that is practical. And they go to great lengths to help you - where you are.
Erin Brillhart
Aug 02, 2018
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One stop shop for all your talent management needs, yet separately staffed so you have experts in the different areas who have the time and ability to focus on you
