OUR TEAM OF EXPERTS
Committed to Your Satisfaction
Meet our Recruitment Agency professionals and let them know how they can be of service to you. Whether it is a job you’re looking for, or additional employees, our experienced professionals will help you in all of your employment needs. Our team members are experts in their industry and are committed to bringing the best talent to any job title. Contact us today to see what we can do for you.
BLAKE HALLADA
Founder & Partner - Executive Search
Blake founded Opendoor Search in 2015 and is the Managing Partner for our Austin, Texas and Milwaukee, Wisconsin offices. He earned his Bachelor's and Master's in Accounting from Marquette University and worked with a regional CPA firm before transitioning into recruiting. Blake has 15 years of executive recruiting experience, and throughout his career has been nationally ranked for his success in direct hire placements.
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In addition to his passion for recruiting, you'll probably find Blake enjoying the outdoors, boating, fishing, and spending time with his family and 3 children. He is also actively involved in Big Brothers Big Sisters and volunteers in Kidlife at his local Church.
DUSTIN CHANDLER
Partner - Executive Search
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Dustin is a Partner in our Austin, Texas office. He earned his Bachelor’s in Finance from Auburn University and has extensive experience in corporate finance with a Fortune 500 company. In addition to his industry expertise, Dustin has over 10 years of experience in executive recruiting. Dustin is a meticulous recruiting professional who always puts his clients first.
Outside of recruiting, you will probably find Dustin on the baseball diamond or at a local high school, where he is a volunteer coach and mentor for youth programs throughout the Austin, Texas area.
ERIKA TALLEY
Partner - Executive Search
Erika is a Partner in our Austin, Texas office. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s in Accounting from The University of Texas at Austin and worked in Big 4 public accounting before transitioning to a successful career in executive recruiting. Erika has 15 years of executive recruiting experience and is a top performer with a passion for helping businesses hire the very best talent.
When she isn't working with our top clients, you will probably find Erika at a basketball game or dance competition with one of her 3 daughters. She's involved in the Eanes Education Foundation at her children's schools, and loves to spend time traveling with her family and enjoying the outdoors.
ALEX MCDONALD
Recruiting Manager - Executive Search
Alex is a Recruiting Manager in our Austin, Texas office. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources from Texas A&M University and has over 10 years of experience in technical recruiting. She has worked with some of the most prestigious and competitive firms in the field, such as Two Sigma, Citadel and Google. Alex leverages her skills to build and maintain strong relationships with candidates and stakeholders, understand their needs and goals, and deliver optimal outcomes for both parties.
In addition to her passion for recruiting, you'll probably find Alex spending time with her two boys and their puppy. She enjoys playing golf, doing yoga and pilates and reading. She is also actively involved in CASA of Travis County and was a CASA advocate for Bexar County for four years.