Susan Levine Named to Female Founders 500: A Milestone Year for Career Group Companies

Career Group Companies is proud to announce that Founder and CEO Susan Levine has been named to the prestigious Female Founders 500 list by Inc. Magazine — a recognition honoring visionary women whose leadership is shaping the future of business.

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This distinction reflects more than a milestone year. It represents over four decades of disciplined growth, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

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Founded 44 years ago, Career Group Companies was built on a simple but powerful belief: people are the foundation of every successful organization. That philosophy remains unchanged. Today, the firm represents exceptional professionals who elevate brands, strengthen leadership teams, and drive extraordinary outcomes across industries.

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“Every morning, I walk into the office and feel inspired. I look around at our team — the energy, the commitment, the integrity — and I’m reminded why I started this company 44 years ago. And the truth is, I’m even more inspired today than I was then.

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We are in the people business. That has always been at the heart of everything we do. We represent the very best talent — individuals who elevate brands, shape culture, and drive extraordinary experiences.  

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Each year, we evaluate hundreds of thousands of professionals in search of the exceptional few.  

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Building this company has been the privilege of my life. What began as a vision has grown into an extraordinary organization of over 200 full-time employees who operate as a true family. And that spirit — that care, that accountability, that pride — is exactly how we treat our clients.

We don’t just build teams. We build relationships.”

A Year of Strategic Growth and Innovation

Over the past year, under Susan Levine’s leadership, Career Group Companies reached significant new milestones.

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The company expanded internationally into Canada and Mexico, transforming a once U.S.-based firm into a growing global enterprise. It invested meaningfully in technology — launching an event staffing app to streamline scheduling and implementing AI-driven tools to enhance efficiency — while maintaining its deeply personalized, consultative approach.

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The firm also expanded its technology division to better support AI-driven and emerging startups, meeting the evolving demands of high-growth markets. Within the events sector, Career Group Companies secured major partnerships, including staffing for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026^TM  — a testament to the trust global brands place in its expertise.

Celebrating Female Leadership

As a Women-Owned organization, Career Group Companies remains committed to advancing opportunity. This year, the firm expanded fertility benefits, empowered female leaders across divisions to grow and scale their departments, and deepened philanthropic initiatives supporting women’s career development, cancer research, and economic mobility.

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Under Susan Levine’s guidance, the company has increased headcount, strengthened its advisory capabilities, and elevated its global visibility through major features in Forbes, Business Insider, Inc., and leading business podcasts. Most notably, Career Group Companies is experiencing its strongest fiscal performance since 2021 — proof that growth and integrity can coexist.

Being named to the Female Founders 500 is an honor — and a reflection of a legacy defined by vision, excellence, and the enduring power of people.

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‍Interested in partnering with a recruitment firm that combines strategic advisory with personalized service? Connect with Career Group Companies to learn how we can support your growth in 2026 and beyond.