National Executive Committee

Our National Executive Committee brings an average of more than 20 years of Hodes experience and solid credentials in finance, recruitment process outsourcing and online recruiting to the table. Together, they represent the leadership and vision that fuels our strength as a company and as a pioneer in our industry.

	Alan Schwartz President and CEO Alan Schwartz began his career at Price Waterhouse. A CPA, he joined Doyle Dane Bernbach in 1979 as financial vice president. In 1981, he joined Bernard Hodes Group as vice president, CFO, and eventually assumed the position of executive vice president, COO, having full responsibility for all financial, administrative and operational aspects of the organization. In 2002, Alan was promoted to president and CEO. He earned a bachelor's degree from Lehigh University and an MBA from Cornell University.
	Joe Fortunato Executive Vice President, Chief Operating & Financial Officer Joe Fortunato came to Bernard Hodes Group in 1986 as accounting manager and has risen through a series of financial positions, being promoted to his current position in 2002. During his tenure, he has designed several financial reporting systems and has been involved in managing the development of the Hodes web-based internal communications network. Joe earned a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Economics from Queens College in 1982 and an MBA from Adephi University in 1986.
	Bruce Skillings President, Recruitment Communications Bruce Skillings managed Bernard Hodes Group’s Western region and was responsible for the agency’s Hong Kong and Singapore offices, and the Southeast Asia affiliate group. He also led the team that developed CareerMosaic, the web's first employment site. In 2002, he was promoted to his current position. During his tenure at Hodes, Bruce has developed successful HR communications campaigns for numerous business-to-business and consumer product accounts. He earned a bachelor's degree in Advertising at San Jose State University.