Hello, friends of Integritas! 

Many of you know that our team enjoys hitting the gym. 

We value fitness and recognize the role it plays in our professional lives.  As executive recruiters, we know first-hand how daily affirmations of healthy living can positively affect our professional work.  Our Integritas team is fairly uniform in its pursuit of fitness which allows keeping pace with the fast-moving world of business. We put our heads together and selected some valid points regarding the impact intermittent fasting, diet awareness, and daily workouts have on our busy lives: 

Check out what we came up with below and let us know if you’d ever like to join us for a workout!  

1.  Enhanced Cognitive Performance
Fasting isn’t just about skipping meals; it’s a strategic practice that can sharpen your mental acuity. When you fast, your brain adapts by increasing the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports memory, learning, and overall cognitive function. Imagine tackling complex business strategies with a clear, focused mind.

2. Weight Management and Confidence
Physical fitness goes hand in hand with professional confidence. Regular exercise helps manage weight, improve posture, and boost self-esteem. As an executive, presenting yourself confidently in meetings, negotiations, and networking events is crucial. A healthy body fosters a positive self-image.

3. Stress Reduction and Resilience
The corporate world can be demanding, but a fit body handles stress better. Exercise releases endorphins, those delightful mood-enhancers. Combine this with intermittent fasting, which has been linked to reduced cortisol levels (the stress hormone), and you’ve got a winning formula for resilience. Facing challenges head-on becomes second nature.

4. Increased Energy Levels
Ever felt sluggish during a crucial presentation? Regular physical activity and intermittent fasting can boost your energy reserves. Exercise improves blood circulation while fasting encourages efficient energy utilization. Imagine being the dynamic leader who exudes vitality during high-stakes meetings.

5. Improved Focus and Productivity
Fasting triggers autophagy, a cellular process that removes damaged components. Similarly, exercise enhances blood flow to the brain, promoting neuroplasticity. The result? Sharper focus, better decision-making, and increased productivity. Your ability to lead and innovate thrives when your mind is firing on all cylinders.

6. Longevity and Career Endurance
Executives play the long game. Intermittent fasting has been associated with longevity, as it activates cellular repair mechanisms. Combine this with regular workouts that strengthen your heart, lungs, and muscles, and you’re investing in a successful career marathon.

7. Networking Opportunities
Picture this: You’re at a corporate event, mingling with industry leaders. Your glowing skin, confident demeanor, and sharp mind catch their attention. Physical fitness and fasting contribute to your overall charisma. People remember you, and networking doors swing open.

As Executive Recruiters, we encourage professionals to embrace the synergy of fasting and physical fitness. Prioritize your health, and watch it transform your professional trajectory! Remember, success isn’t just about climbing the corporate ladder; it’s about thriving at every rung.  Remember, a healthy body fuels a successful career.

HOT FEBRUARY CANDIDATES: 

TEMP CONTROLLER / CFO!  Available immediately for project contract work, this long-time friend of Integritas has proven success stepping into temp needs, often in challenging, messy situations!  Are you trying to clean up year-end, dealing with messed up inventory numbers, managing a difficult systems conversion that is causing work to get behind?  Call us to discuss! 

CONTROLLER – Accomplished accounting executive brings a wealth of experience and expertise in financial management and control. This key exec can bring the gaps between accounting and finance. Skills include strong communication, leadership, proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Excel) and Google Drive Suite, and experience with Sage/EBMS software for business operations. Strong in data analysis, financial reporting, monthly accounting duties, and internal controls.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT MANAGER!  Could your business use a Six Sigma-trained and certified continuous improvement guru to help achieve your KPIs?  Referred by a friend of Integritas, this candidate Is confidentially looking for career growth and has had great experience with some impressive companies.  Enjoys training supervisors, evaluating data, and helping to build efficiencies and better systems! 

EXPERIENCED VP OF OPERATIONS!  Currently in a fast-paced role overseeing multiple state operations with 850 employees and a budget of over $100M, this high-integrity and accomplished local professional has worked with colleagues to build overall organizational strategy and objectives to completion in a changing environment over the last four years!  Trained in continuous improvement, customer and vendor relations, and negotiating final agreements. A key player in navigating a complex organization through the tangled web of the Covid situation, this impressive executive keeps it cool under serious stress and gets it done!  Add to that the integration of a $50 Million acquisition during all of that! 

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER – With solid accounting skills including payroll, financial management, compliance, and strategic oversight, this candidate could definitely fill out your team!  Also strong in benefits, financial management, and employee relations. SAP, ADP, Fishbowl, BisTrack, and Great Plains round out the accounting professional’s skills et. 

SEASONED COO – with a track record of driving operational excellence. With expertise in personnel and team development, this key exec fosters a collaborative work environment, ensuring employees thrive. Strategic mindset extends to business rationalization while streamlining processes, optimizing resources, and enhancing efficiency. Skilled in new product and process development, while quickly aligning with growth objectives. Excel in organizational transformation using Lean/Six Sigma12

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / DIRECTOR OF FINANCE OPERATIONS!  Back in touch with our team due to a successful company sale, this CFO has enjoyed working with private equity firms in recent roles, thriving in the pace and aggressive goals!  Early career experience in cost accounting, inventory, and plant operations rounds out the strengths in the corporate office accounting and finance areas, leading efforts in budgeting, forecasting, multi-site consolidations, systems improvements, and cost savings! 

HUMAN RESOURCE LEADER!  A natural leader and well-liked team member, the candidate has HR in the family genes!  A military veteran with a recently completed MBA, this HR up-in-comer enjoys employee relations, training, recruiting, and special projects as needed.  Looking to grow and continue expanding skill set and expertise! 

EXPERIENCED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING CPA!  Confidentially working with Integritas to transition out of public accounting, this client-facing accounting pro stepped up to many challenges over ten-plus years in the world of audit engagements and reviews!  Exposure to a diverse client base built an executive caliber ready for a Controller or CFO spot somewhere in Michiana!  Ring us up, and we’ll be happy to discuss!

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER!  With an MBA and a ton of experience, we are helping in this candidate’s current transition, which stems from a desire for more strategic and broad responsibility, even expressing a desire to get involved with a company’s marketing and sales – pretty impressive coming from a CFO!  We really enjoyed our breakfast with this fine, top-tier, emotionally intelligent, down-to-earth, and personable local executive

TEMP CONTROLLER / CFO CONSULTANT!  With a successful history helping Integritas clients and other local businesses, this trustworthy local resource is between assignments and ready to tackle a new challenge, having worked in multiple industries of varying sizes, ownership structures, and ERP systems! Very comfortable stepping into a Controller / CFO gap and quickly ramping up for needed results.  Strong communication, excellent work ethic, and sound financial accounting acumen are just a few of many attributes!