By Cheryl Long
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egardless of the name, whether it’s talent acquisition or executive
search or even head hunting, there’s no question that recruitment
is big business. People are a growing commodity in today’s econo-
my, and finding the best and the brightest is an industry in itself.
David Aplin Group is one of Canada’s largest recruiting firms with 10 loca-
tions across the country and more than 500 employees. But it’s also a true
business success story with roots that go back to a company built by two
people around the table of their Edmonton home. Company President Jeff
Aplin spoke with Business Elite Canada about how David Aplin Group grew
to become one of the most recognized organizations of its kind in Canada.
In the 1970s, the loss of his job prompted David Aplin to consider starting
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