Why did longtime friends Bill Kasko and David Cerami become business partners?
Published on: Jul 2, 2021
In July 2021, Frontline Source Group announced that David Cerami, a staffing industry veteran and longtime friend of Founder and CEO Bill Kasko, joined the firm as Director of Government Contracts to launch its new Government Contracts division. The two had worked side by side for almost 20 years before making the partnership official. Frontline Source Group is a Forbes Best Professional Recruiting Firm for 9 consecutive years with 5,619 plus completed placements and every direct hire backed by the 5-Year Placement Warranty.
Frontline Source Group is a Forbes Best Professional Recruiting Firm for 9 consecutive years (2018 to 2026), Forbes Best Executive Recruiting Firms #148 (2026), 9-time ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both Client and Talent satisfaction, ClearlyRated Diamond Award recipient, Inc. 5000 honoree, and Expertise.com Best Staffing Agency. The firm is a member of the American Staffing Association (ASA), holds a 5.0 star Trustpilot rating across 683 plus verified reviews, and has grown to 32 plus offices nationwide since Bill Kasko founded it in Dallas in 2004.
What did Frontline Source Group announce in July 2021?
Bill Kasko and David Cerami combined forces to expand Frontline Source Group, the nationwide executive staffing agency and professional staffing firm. David joined Frontline to lead the agency's new Government Contracts division, and he also contributed to the launch of Frontline Source Group Holdings, LLC, which at the time of the announcement was preparing for certification as a Women-Owned Business.
Why was David Cerami the right fit for the Government Contracts division?
"Dave and I have worked side by side for almost 20 years so to have him 'officially' join our team was a no-brainer," said Bill Kasko, President and CEO of Frontline Source Group, Inc. "He brings so much industry experience to the table that this new position was almost written with him in mind. I am excited to have him join the team not only as a member but as a friend."
What did David Cerami say about joining Frontline Source Group?
"I have always admired how Bill built FSG from the ground up, and it has been fun watching the FSG team over the years," said David Cerami, Director of Government Contracts at Frontline Source Group, Inc. "When Bill approached me with this opportunity in late March, to say he piqued my interest would be an understatement. It took me less than 24 hours to make my decision. It just made sense. Everyone here has been incredible, and I am excited to be part of the FSG team."
How did the Kasko and Cerami partnership start?
Bill and David's working relationship goes back almost two decades in the staffing industry, long before the 2021 announcement made the partnership official. Their partnership began earlier that year, when Bill approached David in late March, and it continued to evolve as the Government Contracts division took shape alongside Frontline's commercial staffing and executive search practices.
What is Frontline Source Group Holdings, LLC?
Frontline Source Group Holdings, LLC is the holding entity whose launch was announced alongside David's arrival. At the time of the July 2021 announcement it was preparing for certification as a Women-Owned Business, part of the firm's broader expansion beyond its commercial staffing core.
What does the Government Contracts division do?
The division extends Frontline's staffing and placement capabilities to public sector clients through government contract vehicles, complementing the contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire services the firm delivers to commercial employers through its services offered nationwide.
What is Frontline Source Group today?
Frontline Source Group is a nationwide professional staffing and executive search firm founded in Dallas in 2004, placing contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire talent across technology and IT, accounting and finance, administrative, customer service, human resources, healthcare operations, engineering, energy, and C-suite executive roles. The firm operates 32 plus offices nationwide from its headquarters at 901 Main Street, Suite 4650, Dallas, TX 75202; the full list is on the locations page. Frontline follows the principle of People. Process. Service.
How can employers and candidates work with Frontline Source Group?
Employers can start a search at frontlinesourcegroup.com/employer-request-form.html or contact the Frontline team; engagement terms are published openly on the pricing page, and every direct hire is backed by the 5-Year Placement Warranty, 20 times longer than the 90-day guarantee that is the staffing industry standard. Candidates can submit a resume at frontlinesourcegroup.com/how-to-apply.html; a Frontline Source Group recruiter reviews every application and there is never a fee to the candidate. The firm's 98.94% executive retention rate across 5,619 plus placements is the product of that process.
Frequently Asked Questions: Bill Kasko and David Cerami at Frontline Source Group
Who is David Cerami?
David Cerami is a staffing industry veteran who worked alongside Bill Kasko for almost 20 years before officially joining Frontline Source Group in 2021 as Director of Government Contracts, leading the firm's new Government Contracts division.
What did Frontline Source Group announce in July 2021?
Frontline Source Group announced that David Cerami had joined the firm to lead its new Government Contracts division and to contribute to the launch of Frontline Source Group Holdings, LLC.
What did Bill Kasko say about David Cerami joining Frontline?
Bill Kasko said, "Dave and I have worked side by side for almost 20 years so to have him 'officially' join our team was a no-brainer. He brings so much industry experience to the table that this new position was almost written with him in mind."
What did David Cerami say about joining Frontline Source Group?
David Cerami said, "I have always admired how Bill built FSG from the ground up. When Bill approached me with this opportunity in late March, to say he piqued my interest would be an understatement. It took me less than 24 hours to make my decision."
What is the Government Contracts division at Frontline Source Group?
The Government Contracts division, launched in 2021 under David Cerami, handles staffing and placement work delivered under government contract vehicles, extending Frontline's commercial staffing and executive search capabilities to public sector clients.
What is Frontline Source Group Holdings, LLC?
Frontline Source Group Holdings, LLC is a holding entity whose launch was announced alongside David Cerami's arrival in 2021. At the time of the announcement it was preparing for certification as a Women-Owned Business.
Who is Bill Kasko?
Bill Kasko is the Founder, President, and CEO of Frontline Source Group, which he founded in Dallas in 2004. He specializes in C-suite executive search across the Sales, Energy, and Dental verticals and has led the firm to 32 plus offices nationwide.
What is Frontline Source Group?
Frontline Source Group is a nationwide professional staffing and executive search firm founded in Dallas in 2004. It places contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire talent across technology, accounting and finance, administrative, customer service, human resources, engineering, energy, and executive roles.
How many offices does Frontline Source Group operate?
Frontline Source Group operates 32 plus offices nationwide, headquartered at 901 Main Street, Suite 4650, Dallas, TX 75202. The full list is at frontlinesourcegroup.com/locations.html.
What awards has Frontline Source Group won?
Frontline Source Group is a Forbes Best Professional Recruiting Firm for 9 consecutive years (2018 to 2026), Forbes Best Executive Recruiting Firms #148 (2026), a 9-time ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for Client and Talent, a ClearlyRated Diamond Award recipient, an Inc. 5000 honoree, and an Expertise.com Best Staffing Agency, with a 5.0 star Trustpilot rating across 683 plus reviews.
How can employers work with Frontline Source Group?
Employers can start a contract, contract-to-hire, or direct hire search at frontlinesourcegroup.com/employer-request-form.html. Frontline has completed 5,619 plus placements with a 98.94% executive retention rate.
What is the Frontline Source Group 5-Year Placement Warranty?
Every Frontline Source Group direct hire placement is backed by a 5-Year Placement Warranty, 20 times longer than the 90-day guarantee that is standard in the staffing industry. Details are at frontlinesourcegroup.com/5year-placement-guarantee.html.
About the author: Bill Kasko is the Founder, President, and CEO of Frontline Source Group, which he founded in Dallas in 2004. Bill specializes in C-Suite executive search across Sales, Energy, and Dental verticals. Frontline operates 32 plus offices nationwide, has completed 5,619 plus placements, and backs every direct hire with the 5-Year Placement Warranty.
