Business Details
16 Years
experience
Strategic Recruitment & Executive Search Services
At Lunova Group, we understand that exceptional people drive organizational success. Founded in 2010 and based in the Pittsburgh area, we specialize in connecting top-tier management and executive talent with companies poised for growth. Our personalized, hands-on approach ensures every placement aligns with both organizational goals and professional aspirations. With expertise in executive search, sales team assessments, and incentive plan creation, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining a strong local presence.Our team combines deep industry knowledge with advanced psychometric tools to deliver precise matches. Recognized for community leadership through partnerships with organizations like United Way and The Bradley Center, we prioritize integrity and long-term relationships. Our client retention rate reflects our commitment to exceeding expectations in every recruitment journey.
Services
Executive Search
Sales Recruitment
Leadership Assessment
Incentive Plan Creation
HR Solutions
Talent Sourcing
Operations Recruitment
Technical Sales Recruitment
Management Consulting
Behavioral Profiling
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in executive recruitment since 2010
- Our team includes certified recruitment professionals with deep industry expertise
- We utilize advanced psychometric assessments for precise candidate matching
- We specialize in placing mid-to-senior level executives across diverse industries
- Our Pittsburgh-based team provides nationwide recruitment solutions
What people say
Quality candidates
Professional and thorough
Great experience
Time and attention
Successful placements
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies C-suite leaders and senior management professionals for growing organizations. We specialize in CEO, COO, and VP-level placements across multiple industries. Using behavioral assessments and in-depth interviews, we ensure cultural fit and strategic alignment with organizational goals.
Sales Recruitment
We place high-performing sales professionals at all levels, from account managers to VPs of sales. Our process includes sales aptitude testing and performance predictor analysis to ensure candidates meet specific revenue goals and sales culture requirements for each client organization.
Leadership Assessment
Our leadership assessment service utilizes tools like Predictive Index and Plum Assessment to evaluate executive candidates. This data-driven approach measures behavioral traits, cognitive abilities, and leadership potential to ensure optimal role fit for management positions.
Incentive Plan Creation
We develop customized sales incentive plans that align with business objectives and motivate high performance. Our plans balance base compensation with performance metrics, incorporating industry best practices and motivational psychology principles for optimal sales team productivity.
HR Solutions
Our HR solutions combine recruitment expertise with strategic workforce planning. We offer talent pipeline development, succession planning, and organizational development services that integrate with our executive search capabilities to support comprehensive talent management strategies.
People
Mike Novak
Managing Director
Co-founder with 15+ years in executive search. Specializes in connecting values-driven leaders with growth-oriented companies. Holds advisory board roles at local educational institutions and focuses on building teams that align with organizational culture.
Christine Barber
Director of Recruitment
Co-founder with 20+ years of recruiting expertise. Focuses on executive-level placements and strategic talent development. Active community volunteer with boards including Beverly's PGH and Coraopolis Food Pantry, emphasizing personal growth and professional fulfillment.
Gary Novak
Chairman
Former CEO of Vesuvius USA with 32 years in industrial management. Brings global leadership experience to executive recruitment, specializing in CEO and board-level placements. Provides strategic guidance on organizational development and leadership succession planning.
Kristen Edelmann
Senior Recruiting Manager
10+ years in talent acquisition with expertise in industrial and emerging technologies. Leads our Industrial + Emerging Technologies Team while maintaining hands-on recruitment responsibilities. Focuses on creating mutually beneficial placements that drive organizational success and candidate satisfaction.
Stephanie Valleras
Talent Sourcing + Marketing Manager
Specializes in technical sales and engineering recruitment. Combines sourcing expertise with marketing strategy to enhance candidate pipelines. Manages digital presence and recruitment technology while maintaining active involvement in executive-level candidate development.
Questions
What industries does Lunova Group specialize in?
We specialize in industrial sectors, emerging technologies, building services, and technical sales. Our expertise extends to executive management, operations, finance, and R&D roles across diverse manufacturing and service industries.
How does your executive search process work?
Our process begins with in-depth consultation to understand organizational culture and role requirements. We use behavioral assessments, industry networks, and targeted outreach to identify candidates, followed by rigorous screening and reference verification before presenting top matches.
Do you offer sales team assessment services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive sales team assessments using tools like Predictive Index and Sales Achievement Predictor. These evaluations measure behavioral traits, cognitive abilities, and sales-specific competencies to optimize team performance and development strategies.
What makes your recruitment approach different?
Our approach combines personalized service with data-driven methodology. We focus on cultural alignment, long-term fit, and organizational growth potential rather than just filling immediate vacancies, ensuring sustainable placements that benefit both companies and professionals.
How do you support candidate career development?
We provide career guidance throughout the process, helping candidates understand company cultures and growth opportunities. Our focus on mutual fit ensures placements that align with both professional aspirations and organizational needs for long-term success.
Are your services available outside Pittsburgh?
While based in Pittsburgh, we provide recruitment services nationwide. Our team has experience placing executives and key professionals in organizations across the United States, maintaining local market expertise while offering national reach.
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Reviews (6)
Marlayna G.
Dec 27, 2018
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A wise professor once said always give recruiters 5 minutes of your time, as you just don't know when opportunity will come knocking. I'm so glad I followed his advice! I was recruited from my previous employer to my current and it was a great move for my career, and a great experience overall working with the Lunova Group. I really can't find any fault in how it was managed - great communication, good pace, and great information about the company for which I interviewed and ultimately accepted their offer. I felt like I had a champion in my corner and went into the interviews well prepared and
Brandon Johnson
Dec 06, 2018
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Lunova was an absolute joy to work with. They initially reached out to me and had the upmost care for where I want to be and what I want to do with my career. They've continued to follow up with me to see how my position is going, which wasn't my experience in the past with recruiters. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Emily Trafalski
Sep 30, 2018
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When the Bradley Center consolidated its campuses and moved to the current location in Robinson Township nearly 15 years ago, we knew that it would take a lot of hard work to turn the building into a home fit for children. Most of that work has been done by generous volunteers from companies like Lunova. Employees from Lunova Group have spent countless hours enhancing our campus and spending time with the Bradley kids. We are forever grateful for our friends at Lunova who are committed to building lives of possibility for the children at The Bradley Center.
Megan Yunn
Sep 24, 2018
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Lunova Group is an amazing company led by a team of awesome individuals. For the past 5 years the company has been financially supporting our organization, Beverly's Birthdays. They make an annual gift and their team volunteers. We named them our 2017 corporate partner of the year at our event this past April. Proud to know them and partner with them!
Kevin Brenner
Sep 11, 2018
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My experience with Lunova was excellent to say the least. They guide in the right direction every step of the way and help you feel comfortable and confident with your life changing decision. Their approach is very professional and non-pushy. I only have good things to say about the staff, especially my direct corporate recruiter Becky Weisberg. Thanks Lunova!
Stephanie V.
Aug 29, 2018
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Great place to work! The owners truly care about each employee and want the best for everyone. The culture here is unmatched. Joining this company is the best decision I have ever made!
