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Sean Koppelman


Magnet for Success

Linking talented people with the companies that need them is the mission of a company founded by Sean Koppelman '90.

After graduation, Koppelman pursued a career in sales. By 1994, he was among the top producers in the nation for two different Fortune 500 companies, Siemens and Del Mar Avionics. Simultaneously, he quenched a thirst for entertainment by appearing as an extra in several movies, including Spike Lee's "Crooklyn." Koppelman was also fortunate to have several "voice-over" commercial spots air on television and radio.

He made a career change in 1994 to the recruitment/personnel industry. That year he assisted in launching Access Health Professionals, recruiting high-level clinical professionals on behalf of hospitals, nursing homes and Homecare agencies. In 1996, he was recruited away by the prestigious staffing firm CTI Personnel in New York City to start a Healthcare recruitment division for them. Over a six year period, he generated in excess of $30 million in revenue and successfully placed hundreds of job seekers in new career opportunities.

In December 2004, this Oswego graduate opened the doors to The Talent Magnet. "We are poised to be one of the most creative and dynamic recruitment firms in New York City," says Koppelman. "We introduce highly skilled marketing, advertising, sales, human resources, administrative support and publishing professionals to some of the most prestigious organizations in the country."

The client list includes MetLife, Grey Advertising, Saatchi & Saatchi, New Line Cinema, Doubleclick, Guardian Life Insurance, AR Media, Two Sigma Investments, Ziff Davis Media, Brant Publications, L'Oreal, L-3 Communications, Guggenheim Partners, Avon and Barclays, to name a few.

"My time at Oswego provided me with the interpersonal skills and leadership ability necessary for success in my professional life," says Koppelman. At Oswego, he was president of the Interfraternity Council, president of Sigma Tau Chi Fraternity, and wrote for the Oswegonian. In addition, he led the alumni fundraising telemarketing program and several blood drives through the American Red Cross.

"As an Oswego alumnus, it would give me great pleasure to assist any Oswego grads or alumni in their search for a new career opportunity," says Koppelman.

The Talent Magnet is located at 551 Fifth Avenue - Suite 200, NY, NY 10176 (corner of 45th/5th). Call him at 212-453-9066 or visit http://talentmagnet.blogspot.com and www.thetalentmagnet.com



I guess that's not so bad for a kid with a C+ average in High School and a degree from a SUNY school!!!!


However...the best yet to come!

The Talent Magnet's client roster is growing and so is the pool of exceptional candidates we have met, interviewed and successfully placed!



"You can blame Sean, but I didn't invent the game...I just rolled the dice, trying to get some change!" - JAY-Z (AKA Sean Carter)





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