If you're seeking a new position in the UHNW household industry, I'd stay away from this recruiter. Seems to only be concerned with whether or not you work for a "big name" and less about your experience and what's on your resume. Very pretentious and arrogant. I do work for a "big, well known name" and I'm a strong candidate by my industry standards. She said she would follow up in an email with details about the job (she didn't) No surprise there. I'm 100% OK if a recruiter says to me, I don't think you're a good match for this position, but I'll keep you in mind for future opportunities. I'm not ok someone saying they're going to send job details so we can set up a zoom call and then they just ghost. A good recruiter is going to care about both the the candidate and the client. So rare these days. read more

Alison reached out to me via LinkedIn for a role and scheduled 2 separate interviews that could've been in one. She did not want to share what the comp range was (Btw, breaking Labor Code 432.3 LC.) and expected me to share what my salary expectations were so she could benchmark what the pay was for this role. In the first call, we just went over the basic housekeeping questions. In the second call, she canceled right when the meeting started (I was already in the Zoom room) and didn't get to speak with her until 1.5 hours later. Towards the end of the second call, she asked me if I had my bachelor's degree... 1. I sent her my resume days before our second call 2. She viewed my LinkedIn which clearly states that I do not have a degree 3. You can clearly see on my LinkedIn and Resume that I DO NOT have a degree. 4. She didn't know if the role/company required a degree. If we are on the second phone screen, you would expect the recruiter to know the job description and requirements for the role.. She did not. Alison said she would follow up with me by the end of the next day to figure out if the role required a degree -- she never followed up, and it's been two weeks with no follow-up email AT ALL. A week later, I go on LinkedIn to continue my job search, and she posts the same role that she screened me for, stating the role requires a degree... BTW, still no follow-up from her. I think it would've been different if I applied for the role and never heard back... But she set up not one but TWO meetings with me and doesn't have the decency to follow back up. read more

I attempted to use Alison as a recruiter earlier this year. She was very accommodating at first. She even scheduled a meeting after work so we could meet face to face. She told me she had various jobs that I would be a "fit" for, but over the days, which turned into weeks, she never sent me on any interviews. Then the responses to my e-mails and phone calls became fewer and far between. To the point where I asked myself why I even bothered. I found a different agency and had 4 interviews within 2 weeks. I appreciate the fact that she might not have thought I was qualified, but at least do me the decency of telling me that rather than ignoring me or telling me you have all these wonderful opportunities that you never send me to. read more

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Alison helped me find the job that I needed and wanted. After 10 years in entertainment, I was ready to grow in tech and make the move from LA to SF. I had been interviewing for years - Y Combinator, Caffeine and many other large reputable companies but few would hire me from LA. I wanted something different but was not sure what. Alison found me the perfect fit in a company that's at the forefront of their industry with incredible benefits and support. She helped me feel empowered before the interviews and coached me through the process. Working with larger companies makes you feel like a number. They don't usually know about corporate culture and job fit when they send you on an interview. Alison knew both about the companies she sent me to. Alison is a gem! I'm 3 months into my role and love it. Thank you Alison!! read more

When I first met Alison, I thought she was very professional and had the appropriate connections needed for high level placement. I soon found out differently. She often missed scheduled calls and didn't respond to emails. When she did finally connect, she was scattered, inattentive and continuously dropped the ball. Her lack of customer service in a service industry is shocking. I have heard from several others that they have had the same poor experience. Her listings on craigslist are distinct and have a # associated with the post. She will ask for a paragraph, as well as the link to your LinkedIn profile. DO NOT waste your time! read more

I don't know how to find the words to describe how amazing Alison is, but I'll do my best. I was introduced to Alison after my first start up was acquired - I was feeling lost, and wasn't sure who could help me or where to turn. When I met with Alison, she got me to actually think about what I wanted out of my career. She didn't tell me what I should want, or where I should go, or what I should do. She put my priorities first, and worked hard to get me in front of companies that aligned with my goals. She took the time to understand who I was and what was important to me, and went the extra mile to find a place that was a perfect fit. And she found it. She understands better than anybody that no two candidates are alike, and each deserves a unique and personalized placement. A candidate is not just a name on a piece of paper to her. Although Alison is an amazing recruiter, she's been an even better mentor. She cares about each and every candidate individually, and devotes herself to making sure they are happy in their role the day they start, and the years following. Her job doesn't end when a candidate is placed - it's just beginning. She has been there for me for the last 4 years; I am forever indebted to her, and so thankful for everything she's done for me. She is nothing short of a rockstar. read more

Alison is amazing! Extremely professional and incredibly connected to all of the VC/startup/tech companies in the bay area. I love the way she works, she doesn't just send you on interviews to get you out there she makes sure that you are the right fit for the job and that the company is the right fit for you. I really appreciate that. When I first met Alison she was honest and said she had some open positions but that she thought I wasn't quite the right fit. I was patient and waited and she ended up helping me land my dream job at my dream company! I'm happy I took her advice and waited for the right job. She's amazing at what she does and figuring out just the right fit for you! read more

I relocated from NYC to SF and Alison was extremely helpful in launching my job search. She met with me, advised me on how to improve my resume, and explained a lot about being an EA here. She also arranged several interviews, coached me, and was interested in finding the right fit, not just any job. Alison made me feel welcome, valued, and like I had a lot of options during my job search, which was amazing and made a HUGE difference. I would definitely work with her again. Thanks, Alison! read more

Simply put, Alison Brown is the best! Upon our first conversation, Alison was quick to encourage me and support me in my endeavor to change my career path and enter into tech. Alison was quick to provide me with many interviews for leading tech companies and spent a lot of time with me helping me prepare and sharing any and all insight on how best to navigate these interviews. Alison was prompt in her response time, quick to update me after interviews and, when I doubted myself, she would encourage me and motivate me to persevere. Her support was instrumental in my success in finding a dream role and I am so grateful for all of her help. Thank you, Alison :) read more

I have been lucky enough to work with Alison for a few months now. She's been amazing in coaching and guiding me to my next opportunity. I have not received a formal offer yet but that is up to the company and not Alison and her team. Unlike many other recruiters, Alison has been keeping me posted on every single step and update from the company I am currently targeting, from this point on I am keeping my fingers crossed and even if I do not get an offer I can say with confidence that Alison is exceptional. This review goes for other candidates as well as companies looking for someone who truly understand how Admin professionals work. read more

Alison and her team are absolutely amazing! After meeting with Alison, Maggie and Julie moved quickly and efficiently to help me secure my dream job. One week and two days after meeting Alison, I had the offer of a lifetime from my dream company! Working with Alison definitely gives you a competitive advantage; it's clear she has created trusting relationships with her clients which helps you tremendously in the interviewing process (the interviewers feel at ease, you feel at ease, there's trust there). Alison is a true expert, she really understands what her clients are looking for and can make snap judgements with complete accuracy AND she provides you with feedback on how to make yourself more marketable. Throughout the process Alison and her team were extremely helpful and responsive. AB Placements has seriously gone above and beyond exceeding my expectations. Consider yourself lucky to work with AB Placements because they really are the best of the best! read more

I have a big fear of most recruiting agencies, especially in the Bay. So when people told me that Alison was different, I was skeptical. But she really was something special. She works hard for both ends but she really, truly cares about people and getting the right fit. She offered me support and really believed in me at a time when I truly needed that from someone. She has a great reputation both with admins and companies and now I know why! read more

Quite possibly the WORST recruiter I have ever worked with. My relationship with Alison started over a year ago when I met with her for an intro meeting. Everything seemed great and she told me I'd be a good fit for a big social media company in the Valley. I was interviewing with other companies at the same time but she kept pushing me to go towards the social media company. Anyway, after a phone screen with the social media company, I received a great offer from another company. After letting Alison know, she still pushed for me to go for the social media company. I had an offer in hand so I declined. Fast forward to a year later and the company I was with didn't work out, so I reached out to her to see what she had available. That began the worst interview process of my life. I spent over 14 hours interviewing for 3 separate roles with said social media company over the course of 2 months. I know I am a strong candidate, but sometimes not the right fit for what the company is looking for - I get that part...however, what I absolutely disliked from Alison was that at the start of interviewing for said social media company, she focused on telling me that this is my "last shot" with said social media company and that I should focus only on them - which I did, and which ended up being a complete mistake on my part. During the 2-3 month process, I received NO UPDATES from Alison until I would follow up. Said social media company also did not update me on interview status - no feedback, no nothing - for a company who pushes culture, pretty disappointing they can't get back to a candidate with a "no". All in all, I've worked with recruiters in the past and can say with complete confidence, Alison Brown is not someone you want to work with. I'm not sure if it's because she's a one or two person shop but she is not communicative, not helpful and most of all, leaves her candidates hanging. Believe me when I say I am a strong candidate. After letting this whole thing go with Alison, I found a job in a matter of a week that was exactly what I was looking for. And now that I am in a recruiting role at my new company, I will steer clear of Alison Brown. read more

When I decided to move to SF, a recruiter I previously worked with recommended that I get in touch with Alison, saying that she had done amazing work in the tech space. I emailed her right away, explaining who I was, my background, what I was looking for, and within two months she landed me a great job at a fantastic company. Job hunting is not always an easy or enjoyable endeavor, and yet it was - in the truest definition of the word - a 'pleasure' to work with Alison. She completely took me under her wing, coached me throughout the process, and advised me in a way that would position and empower me not only for my next job, but for the long game of my career - and trust me, she knows what she's doing. Not only is she incredibly well-connected, she has a stellar reputation in her field and it's clear why - she devotes the same level of respect and dedication to everyone she works with. Alison is a rare, gem of a person. She cares on a level that is not at all common. She's been true advocate for my best interests and has been a fantastic mentor. I cannot recommend her highly enough. read more

Out of all the recruiter's I have worked with, Alison is by far the best! I had such poor experiences in the past, I was hesitant to meet with someone else who would give me the run-around with no results. Alison exceeded my every expectation by a mile. She listened to me and what I wanted; she was always accessible when I had questions; she got me interviews with several companies and I was able to find the one that was my perfect fit. I am extremely happy in my current job and I owe that all to Alison. read more

Highly recommend calling Alison when you start thinking about your next move. She is a consummate professional who is trusted by the most sought-after Bay area tech companies. She's a wonderful coach, cheerleader, and believer in her client's dreams. read more

Alison is amazing to work with! I have worked with her twice while growing my career as an EA and both opportunities were amazing. She really worked hard to find the right fit- both for me and for who I would potentially be supporting. She took time in getting to know me and what I was looking for/not looking for and helped guide me as to where I would want to be or see myself. She was honest, encouraging and professional. I am so happy with where I landed and the amazing team of EA's that I get to work with- I just feel so lucky. Thank you Alison- you rock! read more

Please don't waste your time. As someone who has been in the recruiting world for years as Alison has, it baffles me on her lack of communication and follow through. In my experience, she sent me on interviews without effectively communicating my background to the company and mislead me with taunting me with potential offers to then give my hopes up. She requires unnecessary prep calls for interviews and then emails you as a copout when things don't work out. Listen, when I go on 4 interviews on your behalf and then find out from you via email that I didn't get it- please show some professionalism and call me. Rude. read more

Alison Brown Placement is the premier search and recruiting firm in the Bay Area. Alison works incredibly hard to to ensure the perfect fit between both parties. If you are looking for great, unique opportunities with AMAZING companies ABPS is the place to go! read more

I worked with Julie and Alison to find a job in the South Bay this summer. I had a wonderful experience working with both of them - I really appreciated how they took the time to get to know me, hear about what I valued in the workplace, my past experience, and hopes for my career future. They were able to really narrow down options for me and I was impressed by how well Alison knows the VC and tech scene. While interviewing at multiple companies, Alison and Julie took time to prep me and make sure I was ready and confident. I would absolutely work with them again, and am super happy with where I ended up. read more

I would highly recommend working with Alison! She was amazing during the entire process- great follow up, excellent interview prep, super connected with the top tech/start-ups/VC companies in SF/Silicon Valley, and works in the best interest of her clients . It is incredibly important that it is a perfect match for both sides which makes for an easy transition when you start the new role! read more

Alison was a LIFE SAVER! She got me a new job in no time. She really dedicated her time and effort into finding a job that fitted me. I can't rave enough about how professional and friendly Alison Brown placement is. She found me a job in two weeks, a job that I ABSOLUTELY love! If your looking for a recruiting place that truly cares about your well-being, Alison Brown Placement is the place to go. They are diligent and work hard to find you the perfect job. They don't just send you on random interviews like some places do,.They only send you to the best of the best companies that match your personality and qualifications. Thank you Alison Brown for finding me a job that I love in just TWO WEEKS! read more

Alison has exceeded all expectations as a head hunter and expert in her industry. She knows her clients, and what they're looking for in a candidate. She is available to speak with you when you need her, and makes sure you go into an interview completely prepared. She's resourceful, and she's someone you want on your side when you're in the job market. Julie Gessow is awesome as well, totally on top of things and so sweet. These 2 are game changers. read more

Words can't describe how grateful I am to have worked with Alison. She operates on a completely different level than other recruiters. I met with several recruiters when I was laid off from my first job and chose to work exclusively with her because she is by far the best in the industry. She truly listens to her clients, is a straight shooter, and cares about finding a great match, not just filling a role. I've never not gotten a lightning fast response to an email, text message or call. I have recommended her to more people than I can count because her efforts are unparalleled! If you are looking for an EA or are one, do yourself a favor and reach out to Alison! read more

I worked with both Alison and Julie and they are the absolute best! They really took the time to get to know me and really listened to what I was looking for. They set realistic expectations and guided me throughout the process and did a great job communicating what the client was looking for in a candidate. I absolutely love my job and couldn't thank Alison enough! I would highly recommend Alison Brown for those who are looking for a new opportunity in their career! read more