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Larry Lebofsky - VP, Recruiter, Prepaid, Payments

Lawrence LebofskyLarry Lebofsky - Equity Partner / Practice Manager (larry@topgradingsolutions.com)

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...special concentration in Emerging & Alternative Payments Technology.

TopGrading Solutions recruits impact candidates for companies pursuing next-generation payments solutions including m-commerce, wireless, micro payments, RFID, smart cards, prepaid and stored value, dynamic currency conversion, merchant acquiring, electronic banking, bill payments, and money transfer.

Larry started with a California search firm in 1997.  In 2002, he joined TopGrading Solutions as a Group Manager.  He holds a BA degree in Psychology from George Washington University.

Larry manages our Emerging Payments Practice and an Equity Partner in our firm.

Positions that Larry recruits for include:

  • Executive Positions:
    • CEO
    • President
    • COO
    • CTO
    • CMO
    • CIO
    • CFO
  •  Marketing Positions:
    • SVP/VP/Director of Marketing
    • Business/Corporate Development
    • Product Marketing
    • Product Managers
    • MARCOM
    • Industry Marketing Managers and Directors
  • Sales Management Positions: 
    • SVP/VP of Sales
    • National Sales Managers
    • Sales Directors
  •  Sales:
    • Sales Representatives (Both Hunters and Farmers)
    • Account Managers
    • Account Executives
    • New Business Development Managers
  •  Channel Managers and Directors
  • Operations and Technology:
    • Operations Managers
    • Project Managers
    • System Trainers
    • Pre & Post Sales Support
    • Customer Service Managers and Directors
    • Product Development
    • System Architects
    • Business Analysts/Risk

Keyword: Prepaid Payments Loyalty Incentives Risk Gift Card Cards Payment Electronic Stored Value Contactless Emerging recruiter placement recruiting placements

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Larry Lebofsky's Testimonials


"Larry, thanks for your help and high professionalism.  Every tip that you and Adriana provided was spot on and highly effective.  It's an honor to have been under you representation and I greatly appreciate it."

- CP, Manager, Prepaid Debit Program

"I am grateful for the high level of support I have had since meeting you. You've helped to make an unusual period in my life one that I will always remember as a growing and satisfying experience. I am happy that you're so heavily involved in related industries; mostly because it ensures that our paths will continue to cross and that our relationship will continue to grow. You have done an admirable job; be very proud of yourself. All my best.” 

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S.H., Sales Manager, Merchant Lending Company

"Honestly, the level of professionalism shown to us by Larry Lebofsky is very refreshing.  His knowledge of our business and the quality of his submittals has made the selection of his candidates this fall a "no-brainer."  Easily when [we] decide on our 2008 vendor list TopGrading Solutions will be on it, due to the candidates and work provided by Larry. Best regards."

- PW, Recruiter, Prepaid Solutions Provider  

"...the service we received from your firm has been exceptional.  Specifically, the service provided by Larry Lebofsky has been beyond my expectations.  His professionalism, thorough communication and “value add” (e.g., info/advice on successful on-boarding of new staff) made the search and hire process efficient and were a clear demonstration why it is cost-effective (and less stressful!) to employ the services of a high-quality recruiting firm such as TopGrading Solutions. I certainly plan to employ your firm’s (and Larry’s) services for future search needs and feel confident in referring colleagues to your firm as well."

- S.M., Chief Product Officer, International Payments Security Firm 

"The position of VP Prepaid was a critical role for us and Larry L. did a great job....Larry cold called me days before the Prepaid Expo in Vegas and suggested that we meet.  His timing was perfect and although I had used several recruiters [locally], Larry impressed me with his knowledge and contacts in the prepaid space. He did a fantastic job sourcing candidates that were perfect fits for the job.  He also prepped both myself and the candidates before the interview in a way I'd never seen before.  He truly set expectations properly on both sides. His follow up was also commendable.   I will continue to use Larry for my recruiting needs and am very thankful that I took that call!"

- J.S., President, Prepaid Technology Firm

“I just wanted to express how instrumental and professional you were during this process. Thank you again and I look forward to hearing from you soon!”

- TM, Product Manager, Top Prepaid Processor

"I wanted to thank you and Sharene (Strawser) for all your assistance throughout this process.  You have been nothing but helpful and wonderful to work with these past months.  I would most certainly recommend anyone in the industry to TopGrading Solutions from my experience and have nothing but good things to say about all you both did to help my family. Larry, your personal touch in the process was much appreciated and I learned a great deal these last months." 

- JM, Director Risk Management, Major Card Processor

"Larry Lebofsky was very professional and thorough in this process.  He has been on top of me for the last year before we consummated a deal - he dealt with this very well considering that I was often unavailable and did not return calls - hats off to him - he is great for your firmI also found that presenting a quality person rather than filling a position is a better approach when he told me about P.S. I quickly moved to create a spot."

- AA President, Mobile Prepaid Technology leader

"The most impressive experience I've ever had working with anyone for any reason.  Follow up, coaching, understanding of the industry - all top notch.  I felt as if I was a pro athlete with a power agent in my corner."

- J.T., Senior Product Manager, Gift/Loyalty Card Programs for Top-3 Restaurant Chain

"Dear Larry,I just would like to take a brief moment to thank the both of you so much for all that you have done for me in the past few weeks.I have never had the privilege to work with an organization such as yours throughout my career in the POS industry, and must say that as for my 1st experience you both are top notch!!You made yourselves available for ANY questions that I may have had throughout the entire process from beginning all the way through my signing on with a new company and resigning from my now past employer.You even made yourselves available on the weekends!!I am very happy with where you both have placed me and truly cannot wait to get started in my new position.Thank you both so much for all of your help!!"

- SP, Regional Sales Rep, National Hospitality POS Vendor

"Larry, you should star in Mission Impossible in your next career Move! You found us the key payment industry specialists we needed, all local candidates, which are not easy to find. Keep finding us these gems"  

- DB, VP Marketing and Business Development, Wireless Payments Company

"I wanted to thank you for doing a great job. I appreciate the assistance you've given us in placing two key employees in the past few months. You obviously have a full pipeline of interested parties for a variety of different jobs in the bankcard industry. Every time I mention that I may need someone for a specific work group, you get back to me right away with several great resumes."

"You're quick, professional, and you know our industry. I've received several calls in the past few months from your competitors. I needed to tell them that I was very pleased with you, and that I was not interested at this time."

"Keep up the great work, and we'll keep the business and referrals coming."

- M.F., COO, Leading Merchant Acquirer 

"Larry, I appreciate your support and confidence. I am really glad my resume is in your hands.  You are one of the few who I have known to be so dedicated in his efforts to meet the needs of employers as well as job seekers.  So kudos to you!"   

- AA, Senior Analyst, Stored Value Card Processor 

"Larry: In the past year of working with TopGrading Solutions, I've received some of the best job candidates and hires of my career.  You really take the time to understand not only the skill set of the position, but the personality and culture of the company you're recruiting for to ensure a perfect match at all levels."  

- SD, Vice President, Price Optimization Software 

"Larry you have been an absolute gem throughout this process. I have worked with recruiters before, but my experience working with you has blown them out of the water."

"I am lucky to be working with you, and companies who hire you to find employees are equally or more lucky than I."

- RJ, Director of Professional Services $100 million Retail IT Consulting Firm
  

"Larry, I wanted to say Thank You for everything you have done.  Your support and tips were very helpful and encouraging.  Thank you for having faith in me as a person.  I hope all is well with you and your family, and please keep in touch."  

- KH, Risk Manager 

"Larry, I have enjoyed receiving your emails and phone calls over the years. Both were informative without being intrusive. Just wanted to reply with a "Thanks" for the way you do business."  

- JW, Senior Consultant, Electronic Banking 

"Larry: Thank you for your assistance in filling our two management positions. I appreciate your professionalism and your familiarity with the candidates. You were very helpful during the hiring process and after we hired our new managers you continued to help us through the relocation process. I enjoyed working with you and look forward to working with you in the future whenever we need recruitment assistance."  

- B.R., Vice President, Human Resources, Billion-Dollar POS Technology Company 

"Larry, I wanted to thank you again for all your work on this.  I know you are paid for filling positions; however, you really take the time and effort to match the employee and employer.  I really appreciate the personalization of your services."  

- MW, Director, Risk Management, Merchant Services

"With respect to the hiring of (candidate) and my work with Larry, I am extremely happy with the services that you provided as well as the quality of the candidate that we have found in (candidate).Larry was extremely methodical and diligent in helping me find the right candidate.  He did so well in fact by presenting two great candidates that it actually was very difficult to make the choice.  However, Larry's assistance and guidance throughout the whole process, particularly for someone like myself who is new to hiring candidates here in the US, was exactly what I required.With regard to (candidate), we just attended our largest tradeshow of the year and she was excellent.  Her enthusiasm and drive were infectious on the rest of the team.  What's also impressive is that we are also getting very close to her first closed sale, which if we were able to complete that in the next 2 weeks, I will be extremely happy.Thank you for checking back with us post-hire - another distinct difference between such professionals like TopGrading compared to other firms that we have used previously.  The team very much looks forward to working with Larry and the TopGrading team again in the near future."

- P.W., Sales Director, Major Mobile Point of Sale

“I want you to know I am extremely pleased with the efforts of both Larry (Lebofsky) and Dave (Camp) in finding me a qualified (Project Manager) candidate so quickly.

Thank you and your team for the great results”.

- TR, SVP Product and Technical Support, Major POS payments Company

"I have to say that I have worked with many recruiters and HR professionals in the past, and Larry Lebofsky is by far at the top of my list for being able to deliver on all fronts.  He is very thorough, helps mold the position requirements, is able to source excellent candidates, help coach us through the interview process, and never pushes a candidate for the sake of closing a deal.  He is also incredibly comprehensive with his background checks and with “behind the scenes” information we need to help make the right choices.It looks like we are about to close on another hire through Larry this week and are again very pleased (which is rare for me in this category).Do whatever you can to keep Larry happy – he is an invaluable asset to your firm."

- CW, President, Payment Services for Multi-$Billion Restaurant Chain

"Working with Larry Lebofsky has been a "home run" for us how ever you slice it....just a pleasure all the way around.  Not only did he find X for us (who has been great so far), but he has a good knack for how to communicate with clients...knows when to be persistent and knows when to back off.   

I can't say enough good things about Larry...he has been a great add to our recruiting process and I am sure we will look for ways to continue to work with him in the future.  
Feel free to call anytime if need more color commentary"  

- SK, Senior Manager, Payments Consulting Practice

"It never ceases to amaze me how well you know your clients and their touch points..."

- MJ, CFO, Merchant Loan Analytics Firm


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