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About Jason Thibeault

Jason grew up in a log cabin in the woods with a fireplace for heat and no paved roads. No cable TV either. His entertainment was a Commodore VIC-20, a stack of books, and whatever he could draw, take apart, or build. (Tinkering was a thing!) That early mix of isolation, curiosity, and rebuilding never left.

He started college aiming for space. Physics pivoted into philosophy, where his natural talent for logic led him to begin teaching it while still a student. Physics, philosophy, psychology all show the same probing to understand..

As an officer, Jason became a figurative rocket in what was then Air Force Space Command. Perfect scores in all areas led to rapid advancement and ultimately an offer to teach philosophy at the Academy.  Civilian life was just as rapid, and he rose from night shift supervisor up four levels to plant manager in four years. 

He eventually brought that same systems mindset into recruiting, training, speaking, and coaching. His career became less about titles and more about helping people think more clearly, make better decisions, and build stronger businesses and better, happier lives.

Jason’s defining trait is the one that started in that cabin: relentless curiosity. He believes life gets easier, and more interesting, when you understand how things work — whether that’s a machine, a market, or a mind.

 
 

 

Timeline

2026

You can accomplish your dreams. What are you going to get accomplished in the next year?

2025

Though still coming to class, Jason semi-retires. Oldest Child graduates college!

2024

MARS program launch. We beat space industry to a complete recruiter training program

2023

Group coaching clients grow in size and revenue, while we undergo a home remodel.

2022

We start Group Coaching and 25Easy.  Disney Starcruiser Maiden Voyage, March 1!

2021

Billionaires launch into space. We launch AI4Recruiters.

2020

First Child Graduates High School. World goes into lockdown.

2019

Midlife Crisis Sports Car: I made it look like a starfighter!

2018

Co-Founded Church of Executive Search

2017

Earned Black Belt

2016

Hired first two Moore eSSentials employees

2015

Co-Founded Moore eSSentials

2014

Built & Deployed Sourcing Software (the eSSistant)

2013

First short fiction published

2012

First time speaking at ASA

2011

Taught first sourcing program

2010

Became a Recruiter

2009

Divorce (thus begins 10-year custody battle)

2008

Plant Operations Manager

2007

Lean Manufacturing Manager

2006

Value Stream Manager

2005

Left Military, became Night Supervisor

2004

Third child born, better knock this off

2003

Second child born

2002

First child born

2001

Promoted to Missile Combat Crew Commander in record time

2000

Helped launch a rocket into space

1999

Entered USAF (Space Command)

1998

Bachelor’s degree and end of bachelorhood

1997

First triathlon

1996

Became Champion Swordsman

1995

Lost over 100 pounds to get a date

1993

Started working and studying at ISU

1991

Got SUPER into DnD

1990

Started a paintball team

1989

Started a Star Trek Fan Club

1987

First State Chess Competition

1977

Saw Star Wars in theaters 15 times

Enthusiastic Love from Jason's Clients

Patrick (Pat) Corrigan

Career Fiduciary to Elite Producers | Founder, Palladium Point | Creator, The Producers Circle | Ex-Lockton

Working with Jason as my coach has profoundly impacted my business growth and my entrepreneurial journey. He has a way of providing out-of-the-box thinking to problems that are not typically on my radar, so his thinking challenges me to go deeper and get creative. He’s exceptionally talented at sourcing, AI, and many other facets of recruitment. Jason has been with me every step of the way, from company conception to scaling team and brand, and I wouldn’t be where I am without his help. Highly recommend!

Shane Fairchild, CPA, MBA

Founder and Managing Partner | Accounting, Finance, Audit and Tax Recruiter Four Pillars Talent

I highly recommend Jason and Tricia for a number of reasons. Given they both are married and work together it made sense to do this review together. For context, I’ve spent a great deal of time on my personal growth and development for over a decade having read, studied and trained with many well known trainers in the recruiting world and executive coaches. I have always been a believer it’s important to find good mentors along the way to help shorten the learning curve. Before we started our mentorship together, I spent several months researching other trainers globally along with interviewing each to better understand their approach and what resonated with me and where I felt I would get the most value. What can I say but they had me at “hello”. The thing I loved about them is they’re genuine, kindhearted and they always do the right thing. They really took the time to get to know me both personally and professionally and look under the hood to diagnose where I could make improvements in both my personal life and business. They challenged me outside of my comfort zone and pushed me in a good way. They truly care about me and helped me with my blind spots to protect me. They helped in areas where I struggled by providing great insight. Tricia has a remarkable way with words. Definitely her gift. Both are well educated. Jason is super witty so you have to pay close attention or you miss his subtle jokes. They are fun to be around. They train you in so many areas. Everything from recruiting, sourcing, BD/sales and marketing, negotiation, contract guidance, going in depth to how best to handle situations you encounter real time and tons of information around artificial intelligence and using tools such as ChatGPT as they’ve hired AI prompt engineers to help augment their training. The other thing I love is getting to know everyone in their private coaching church of executive search group from all over the globe. Phenomenal people with amazing hearts that I’ve become friends with and would do anything to help them out. We all work together and support one another. It’s been amazing and I’m truly grateful. I’ve worked closely with them for a few years now and continue to do so. I enjoy the weekly training classes and camaraderie. We’ve had a lot of fun together and shared many laughs. For anyone interested in finding some top-notch recruiting trainers, I highly recommend Tricia and Jason with Moore Essentials and if you’re able to get into their private coaching CoES (Church of Executive Search), I’d encourage it. The impact that they have had on my family and my business has been amazing. For anyone on the fence, just do it. You won’t regret it. For anyone looking to hire accounting or finance professionals, I’d highly recommend Four Pillars Talent. 😉

Ankita Sherkhane

Translation Coordinator at the Ontario Ministry of Health

It was great getting trained from Jason and Tricia. They both are really good at what they do. Just give them your job requirements and they will come up with good Boolean strings and you would find people. Thank you both.

Anastasia Fairchild

Chief Heart Officer at Four Pillars Talent

Jason and Tricia are the real deal! I was very skeptical at first about the investment that is required in order to begin their training. But my husband assured me that you have to continually invest in yourself to be successful in business and life. I trusted his decision and thus far have not been disappointed with the results. Over the course of a year, their business acumen and knowledge of the industry has fine-tuned my husband’s recruiting business elevating it to the next level. He has learned how to fine tune his craft. Tricia has a wonderful way of wordsmithing in a polite but firm way that is needed in the industry. And on top of it all, they are genuinely good humans. They value helping their community and go out of their way to help others. Wonderful people to work with, and I couldn’t be prouder of the growth I’ve seen in my husband as the result of having worked under them.

John C. Mein

VP of AI Solutions Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR)

Hi, everyone, I have attended and I am an ongoing student of Jason’s in AI4 recruiters. Jason is a very knowledgeable instructor and has been immensely helpful in teaching me how to use ChatGPT in my recruiting business. He always goes the extra mile. I highly recommend him! cheers, John

Stacy Palas

Director of Recruiting & Headhunter Prodigy Executive Search

I started working with Jason and Tricia a little over 2 years ago in private coaching and training for help launching my recruiting business, it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made!! They have a wealth of knowledge, not just in recruiting and business but in everything. I can bring any topic to them during my private coaching meetings and be sure to get some great advice. Jason is so creative and clever and breaks down the complex topics so they’re easier to understand and implement…and he’s really funny! If you’re looking to branch out and open your own recruiting firm or want to get to the next level in your business, I highly recommend you reach out to Jason!

Gopinath Kokkonda

CEO at Alignity Solutions, Cyberlox Security & General Partner at Zen Ventures

Working with Jason is a delight. He is highly sought after for his expertise, friendly nature, and humor. He excels as a partner, trainer, and thought leader in his field.

Helaena Holmes

Nursing Student

Jason was great during the eSourcing and eSSentials class!

Lance LeFort

CEO/Founder @ Retained Executive Search | Recruiting, Fractional Ops/HR, Career Coaching

Moore Essentials teaches so many ways of sourcing outside of Linkedin. There are many great tips and tricks that can help recruiters and sourcers. And Jason and Trish keep the courses fun while being educational. I highly recommend checking them out for many secrets to sourcing.

Rich Rosen

Forbes, Top 50 Recruiters in America 6 years in a row!

Jason is an outstanding coach and teacher. Bringing unique tricks and tips to the sourcing game. So much more than your standard boolean strings. But creative and innovative approaches no one else is teaching. If you are looking to improve your candidate pool and want to find those top-notch hard-to-find people. Jason and Moore eSSentials are a must!!