Mission
We focus on helping our clients hire the best people through our industry and product-specific staffing expertise.
Vision
We help our clients change the future of transportation through innovative technological advancements, environmental sustainability, and increased safety. By providing and developing THE best possible talent, we further our client’s mission, offer our employees meaningful work, and help change lives for the better.
Core Values
We put the client 1st. Always. The client relationship is at the heart of what we do. We represent our clients. We are an extension of them. We take this seriously and it impacts every other value we hold. We demonstrate this ethos through open communication, responsiveness, and adaptability.
We believe in developing partnerships with clients and candidates. We are not transactional. We are here for the long term. We demonstrate this partnership philosophy in our communication, our accessibility, and our timeliness. We are here when you need us.
This foundational principle drives our recruiting process. We are industry, product, culture, and job position experts who understand what makes a great candidate. We will not waste our clients’ time with candidates who are not a fit. We believe every candidate we present is hirable and a future asset to our client’s team. We take pride in our work, and this is reflected in the level of attention we put into every search, every communication, and every educational program.
We love technology. It is that simple. We love EVs, AVs, robotics, and all types of technology and we stay abreast of new innovations, technology developments, and industry trends. We contribute to this industry through our weekly newsletter, client partnerships, and educational programs. Not only do we have a passion for our industry, but we also contribute to its evolution.
Our Story
Growing up, we were always driven by two passions: the world of advanced technology and the spirit of entrepreneurship (thanks, Mom and Dad!). While we initially pursued these interests through product development and testing, the rapidly evolving landscape of emerging technologies revealed a significant void in specialized talent acquisition. Traditional recruiting simply wasn’t equipped to support the hyper-growth and nuanced requirements of these cutting-edge industries. This realization led us to formally establish Elevation Proving Grounds (EPG) in Denver, Colorado in early 2018. What started with a strong foundation in electric and autonomous vehicles has since evolved. Today, EPG stands as a specialized talent acquisition firm at the forefront of high-growth technology sectors.
Leadership
Joe Rooney
Joe holds a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering from the University of South Carolina. In his role at EPG, he is able to combine his passion for automobiles, engineering knowledge, and recruiting expertise to help clients hire the best people within the industry. He enjoys the satisfaction of helping clients fill critical job openings while at the same time helping candidates find their dream job. Joe resides in Denver, Colorado, and is passionate about sports, cars, and the great outdoors.
John Rooney
John holds a real estate and management degree from the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina. He has 10+ years of experience in customer relations & management, business development, data management, and more at one of the world’s largest commercial real estate firms. He makes the proverbial wheels spin from behind the scenes at EPG and makes sure that things are running smoothly. John is a lifelong automobile enthusiast that enjoys a good beer and fresh powder on the slopes.
Contact Us Now
Contact us today to learn how our specialized recruitment services can help you hire the best talent within the industry.