Our Story
Linchpin grew from a desire to have access to people services in a different way than we had encountered previously. When outsourcing hiring, training and consulting services it can feel like a cookie-cutter experience that lacks personal connection and a real understanding of your needs.
We are here to create truly collaborative and customized services backed by years of experience across a variety of industries. We want to work with purpose-led companies to help them achieve their goals by leveraging their most important resource, their people.
OUR NAME
A linchpin is a person or thing that is vital to an organization and is also the fastener that keeps a wheel on its axle. It's the tool that holds the various elements of a complicated structure together.
OUR GOAL
To bring these crucial people to your company, and train and develop those already working for you. With the right people in place and the right tools available to develop them, you will be equipped to succeed.
The Linchpin Co. is here to keep the wheels from flying off
We create custom recruitment and consulting services.
We are best in the world at client and candidate experience, and the standout for innovation in our field. We always find time to celebrate, and we always give back.
We are here to bring purpose-led companies and purpose-driven people together.
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
We work with integrity and always do the right thing
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INCLUSION
We maintain an environment of mutual respect and support.
Everyone belongs and every voice matters.
FLEXIBILITY
We are remote-first and understand life is much bigger than our jobs
CONTRIBUTION
We are always doing what we can to give back. To each other, to our communities and to those in need.
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
We are lifelong learners and know there is always room to improve.
CELEBRATION
We are always celebrating. Our people, our wins, each other.
Our Team
FOUNDER & CEO
Colleen Pelly (she/ her)
Colleen is an instinctively positive person who has always been drawn to the people side of business. A passion that started with helping others find their dream job has grown into a desire to build a company that provides an incredible experience for clients, teammates, and business partners alike. She comes from experience in multiple industries spanning retail, tech, automotive, and the cannabis sector. Working for brands like Tesla and lululemon she gained experience in full cycle recruitment from entry level through executive level roles, developing and executing training programs, and fostering a leadership style that is inclusive and grounded in helping others live their best life. In addition to her time with established brands, she also have experience in startup life including an overhaul of all things people and processes and creating these pillars from the ground up. Her most exciting role to date is Mom to her amazing little ones.
RECRUITMENT
Samantha Gibson (she/ her)
Samantha is a lifelong learner and loves helping scale companies with impactful and thoughtful recruitment strategies. The most rewarding feeling for her is finding the right candidate and client fit. Proudly part of the [L]GTBQIA2S+ community, she is passionate about the value Equity, Diversity & Inclusion brings throughout the recruitment process. Candidate and Client Experience is pivotal in the way she recruits - communication, transparency and empathy are key. Outside of work, she loves to be active with her fur baby Baloo.
CONSULTANT
Sarah Gray (she/ her)
Sarah has a background in helping companies build cultures where employees live happier, healthier lives and show up to work every day at their best. She is passionate about well-being, mental health, and all things surrounding equity and equality in the workplace. She loves powerful storytelling and creating engaging content. Her latest role is Mom to her amazing son, her best promotion to date.
Vancouver /
Winnipeg /
Toronto /
Burnaby /
Newmarket /
Quebec City /
Surrey /
Aurora /
Etobicoke /
Ottawa /
Langley /
Abbotsford /
Palo Alto /
San Francisco /
Vancouver / Winnipeg / Toronto / Burnaby / Newmarket / Quebec City / Surrey / Aurora / Etobicoke / Ottawa / Langley / Abbotsford / Palo Alto / San Francisco /
Our reach is
worldwide
While our team is based in Canada and the US, we work with clients both locally and internationally.