The Search Process 1. Initial Client Meeting - Gain an understanding of company culture, vision and mission. Position requirements are explored. A position profile is then established, along with the hiring parameters of the client. 2. Develop Search Plan - Develop a list of prospects utilizing personal contacts, target companies, national research firms and data bases. 3. Candidate Contact - Kerns International conducts phone and/or personal interviews with a select list of potential candidates based on position requirements. A detailed profile is developed on each candidate. 4. Candidate Presentation to Client - Client is presented with information collected about each qualified candidate. 5. Initial Interviews - Interviews can be conducted via telephone, video conference or in person. 6. Final Interviews - Final candidate is determined as the result of interviewing one or several candidates. Offer is determined with assistance from Kerns International. 7. Candidate Offer - Kerns International assists negotiations between the candidate and client. 8. Transition - Once an offer is accepted, Kerns International assists candidate and client with making a smooth transition.