Founded in 2000 by John Davies, De Lacy Executive Recruitment began its journey under the name Finest People, before adopting the De Lacy name to honour its Herefordshire heritage. At a turning point in his professional life, John opted for voluntary redundancy when his employer relocated its headquarters - choosing not to move with the business. With a wealth of experience in the feed industry - spanning sales, technical, nutrition, commercial, and general management—he recognised a gap in the market and set out to build a specialist recruitment consultancy for the agricultural sector. S tarting from humble beginnings, John launched the business from a spare bedroom, equipped with only a phone and a computer. This modest setup became the springboard for what would evolve into a highly respected name in agrirecruitment. Overcoming Early Hurdles One of John’s initial challenges was his lack of formal recruitment training, aside from hiring staff in previous leadership roles. Recruitment demands a nuanced skill set - identifying, engaging, and evaluating candidates while ensuring cultural fit. John learned these skills through hands-on experience and determination. 4 25 Years of De Lacy Executive recruitment Pictured: De Lacy founder John Davies and current MD Grace Nugent 25 YEARS OF DE LACY EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT Celebrating
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