Waterstone Human Capital, a prominent cultural talent recruiting firm, has acquired Hire Integrated for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition sees Hire Integrated, which specializes in sourcing top talent for risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency, join Waterstone Human Capital, now operating as Waterstone Professional Recruiting and Staffing. This strategic move is set to expand Waterstone's service offerings and geographic reach across North America.
Hire Integrated, founded in 2021, has built a reputation for its relationship-driven recruitment approach, acting as an extension of client organizations to identify candidates in areas such as Accounting & Finance, Insurance, Legal, and Corporate Operations. Waterstone Human Capital, established in 2003, focuses on helping high-growth organizations build high-performance cultures through executive search, leadership development, and culture advisory services, including its renowned Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures awards.
The acquisition is designed to create significant synergies, integrating Hire Integrated’s specialized recruiting expertise with Waterstone’s broader suite of human capital solutions. This combination is expected to provide clients with a stronger network, expanded resources, and deeper expertise across the US and Canada. It also allows for a more comprehensive approach to talent management, encompassing both specialized contingent search and strategic leadership and culture development. Emily Rushton, founder of Hire Integrated, will assume the role of President and Managing Director of Waterstone Human Capital USA.
Together, the combined entity aims to deliver an enhanced full spectrum of support for clients, from executive search and specialized recruiting to culture advisory and leadership development. This integration positions Waterstone Human Capital to address today’s pressing talent challenges more effectively, helping organizations not only hire the right people but also develop leaders and strengthen their cultures for long-term success.