Judson Group

Banking Practice Director
dmason@judson-group.com
616.336.8484 x205

Since joining The Judson Group in 2005, Dave has used his twelve years experience in sales and management to earn the reputation as a top recruiter in the Banking industry with a specialty in Commercial Banking and SBA Lending.  He has played a key role in the success of Banks in Missouri, Kansas, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Tennessee.

As THE JUDSON GROUP Account Executive of the year 2006, 2007 and a two-time Pacesetter winner, Dave’s approach to recruiting is simple: “Listen carefully to the needs of my client as well as the candidate to make sure there is fit as well as a long-term commitment.”

A musician, golfer and avid hockey fan and player, Dave enjoys spending his free time with his wife Jennifer and three children.

MRI Certified Senior Account Manager - CSAM
Recipient of MRI Pacesetter Award 2006 and 2007
Top 10 Account Executive, MRI Central Region 2007
The Judson Group Account Executive of the Year 2006 and 2007
The Judson Group Rookie Account Executive of the Year 2005
Ranked #6 Globally for MRI in Banking 2007

Testimonials:

"Dave took extra time to ask a series of specific questions to get a very solid understanding of the specifics of the open position.  He was very thorogh, articulate and patient with me as he worked to understand my needs and objectives.  I will look to work with Dave in my next management level opening."

"I've been in HR for 14 years and I can easily say that Dave Mason has been the best outside recruiter I've worked with.  It's hard to establish a trust relationship with a lot of outside search firms, however I will say I trust Dave.  He's always honest and I feel comfortable being frank with him.  He's been helpful in getting us solid candidates/hires and we'll continue to use Dave.  You've got a keeper in Dave and I hope he continues to help us out as much as he already has"

“We appreciate Dave’s persistence and keen understanding of our business and staffing needs. He gets the job done!”

“I appreciate Dave’s devotion to getting this position filled for us, such as calls at home, etc. Thanks!”

"Dave did a great job. He listened very well and communicated information well between the bank and myself. He also was very honest and to the point which I appreciated, so there was no misunderstanding in where I stood with things. He also kept my identity confidential when other applicants were also applying for this position that  I had worked with. Dave was very personable and easy to talk to. He followed up when he said he would and always kept me in the loop on negotiations."

“Dave was professional and courteous throughout the entire process. He did a great job of encouraging me through the process.”

“Dave Mason introduced us to an excellent candidate for a position we were not looking to fill at the time.  We found him to be very prompt and responsive.  He is currently working on a position for us that has been challenging to fill, however, we are very close to making an offer to someone he sourced.”

Completed searches for Dave include:

• Market President
• Senior Vice President – Commercial Lending Team Lead
• Senior Vice President – Business Banking Team Lead
• Senior Vice President, Commercial Lender
• Vice President, Commercial Lending
• Vice President, Business Banking
• Chief Credit Officer
• Credit Manager
• Senior Credit Analyst
• Credit Analyst
• District Manager
• Senior Vice President – Head of Retail
• Branch Manager
• SBA – Business Development Officer
• SBA – District Sales Manager