About Tony Nicol:

Tony Nicol is the co-founder and co-owner of Capstone Search Advisors. Tony partnered with Aaron Grossman in founding Capstone Search Advisors, a retained and contingency search firm in 2009.

From 2016 to 2023, Tony also served as the President of Alliance Solutions Group. During his presidency, ASG was composed of seven specialized staffing and recruitment brands. Two of those companies, through successful growth, launched new operating companies, Artemis and Alliance Healthcare Solutions.

Tony leverages 20 years of strategic leadership in the recruiting industry as a mentor and advisor to the company’s valuable leaders and team members, as well as working to promote and facilitate organic growth through positive encouragement and team collaboration. Tony has always had a passion for keeping a growth-focused mindset in his leadership role at Capstone. His steadfast and energetic mindset to promote and empower the development of others has contributed greatly to both the company’s growth and the individual team member’s growth, with his resolute goal being to empower others to realize their maximum potential and capitalize on life’s opportunities.

Tony has a BS in Marketing from Bowling Green State University. He is a former member of the Entrepreneur’s Organization and Medina Creative Housing. Tony is a die-hard Ohio State Buckeyes fan and a father of three daughters. Outside of business, he enjoys trips with his wife and daughters, fitness, and reading.

Backed by Additional Expertise:
Beyond Tony’s expertise, Capstone has 25 experienced and versatile experts who extend resources across disciplines, industries, and markets—ensuring you have the specialized support needed to meet your unique hiring goals. Meet the full Capstone team here.

Get in touch with Tony Nicol:
tnicol@capstonesearch.com
(216) 273-2918

About David Marquez:
David Marquez is a Partner, Practice Director for Capstone Search Advisors providing team leadership and recruitment efforts for retained search projects. He started his professional recruitment career in 2006 and joined Capstone Search Advisors in 2015, giving him a wealth of experience in the field.

Primary focuses, on a national scale, have been in engineering, manufacturing operations, supply chain, sales/marketing, accounting/finance, human resources, LEAN/continuous improvement, and construction professionals. The levels of personnel range from senior executives to individual contributor roles for various manufacturing, distribution, and construction operations.

David was born and raised in Cincinnati, OH and traveled north to play baseball and attend John Carroll University where he completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Communications. After graduating in 2005, he has since stayed and made Cleveland his home with his wife Sarah, and their two sons Antonio and Rex. Despite his love for Cleveland and it’s community, David remains an avid Cincinnati Bengals, Bearcats, and Reds fan.

Backed by Additional Expertise:
David is dedicated to managing every aspect of your search process. Beyond David’s expertise, Capstone has 25 experienced and versatile experts who extend resources across disciplines, industries, and markets—ensuring you have the specialized support needed to meet your unique hiring goals. Meet the full Capstone team here.

Get in touch with David:
dmarquez@capstonesearch.com
(216) 273-1466