The Pate Group

A Small Company That Thinks Big.

Finding qualified professionals is tough. Finding the right professionals (and the right job opportunities) is even tougher. And that's why we started The Pate Group.

Our job is to bring great people and great companies together.

We're a boutique recruiting firm that's committed to personal service and smart recruiting. By being strategic in our approach, we're able to help our clients overcome candidate shortages and make better hiring decisions. By truly caring about the people we serve, we are able to help job seekers find rewarding career opportunities.

Our passion is providing the best to the best by doing what we do best.

Our Values.

The key to our success is our unwavering commitment to our core values, which include:

  • Excellence.
    We will operate with the highest standards in all relationships-including interactions with our clients, candidates, suppliers, and the community.
  • Resourcefulness.
    We will continue to build valuable resources, networks and tools to ensure the success of our clients and candidates.
  • Innovation.
    We will use all resources and experience to uncover creative solutions to tough business challenges.
  • Diligence.
    We will provide continuous effort through perseverance and determination in all situations to complete any given task.

Our Experience.

The Pate Group was founded by Krystal Pate and Glenda Ryan-a mother-daughter team with deep roots in healthcare staffing and recruiting. Krystal, who is also president of Atlanta-based Southern Crescent Personnel (SCP), has more than 14 years of experience in dental and medical recruiting. Glenda, The Pate Group's Vice President of Operations and former owner of SCP, has more than 16 years of experience in recruiting professionals.

Together, Krystal and Glenda work to foster a climate that encourages excellence and innovation among staff, clients, and candidates.