Jason - Moore eSSentials

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

Barry Doctor

Senior Recruiter Marksman Security Corporation

Jason co-taught a class I took eSourcing eSSentials along with his partner, Trish. The class on Boolean logic, which can be dry and boring, was brought to light by the presenters. They really kept things interesting. The class ended up being as entertaining as it was informative. It is well worth it.

Melita Gaupp

Owner & Talent Scout - Scout & Source

I’m proud to say I’ve been trained by Jason. I signed up for one of Jason and Tricia’s training program, it was one of the best investments I made. The program has helped me to prioritize where I wanted grow my business and the best way to do that. I can recommend Jason wholeheartedly. He‘s ammassed a lot of experience in recruitment but also as a trainer. And he’s super fun too!

Lisa Oxenhandler

Headhunter Recruiting For Growth

No matter what the subject or how many times I attend, Jason and Tricia teach something new. It might be a new approach or even a new way to think. Appreciate them so much, I’ve signed up for their coaching program. Should you!?!

Bill Irwin

Headhunter Marshall Vox Executive Search

You need Jason whether you know it or not.

Lisa Guidry

CEO, ETI Professional Search, Founder, Extreme Technologies, Inc. Advisory Board @ Perceptive Sensor Technologies, Inc.

Jason is a “superhero.” Jason brings a level of intelligence and logic that is unparalleled search industry. He has been instrumental in helping our firm evolve through regular coaching sessions and classes for my team and me. This includes every aspect of running running a desk, technology tips, and motivation to look outside the box for new ideas and strategies. He is a strong listener, which is one of the things I value most. Thank you, Jason, for what you do; I am proud to be a client!

Shari Davidson CPC

President On Balance Search Consultants

I have been consistently working with Tricia and Jason since November 2021. Tricia and Jason stand out above many of today’s trainers in the recruiting industry. From Boolean training – to business development- to recruiting, they are the tops. What makes them unique is that they are not cookie cutter. Not one size fits everyone. They are a dynamic dual – if one isn’t available, the other is. It’s like working with a mastermind! Plus, you get two views on every situation. One-to-one coaching is worth the time because it can help you with your specific needs. If you seek to go to the next level in your business, you will not go wrong hiring this dynamic dual!

Carol Calvano

Principal & Sr Recruiter Calvano Search Consultants LLC

Jason and Tricia are some of the best trainers out there for the recruiting industry. Their live Moore Essentials “eSSourcing” class was very thorough and included plenty of time for live practice. As trainers, they are prepared, thorough, and very generous with answering questions and sharing knowledge (even via email outside of class). They even threw in a few extra training modules.

Rich Bradley

Owner / Sr. IT Recruite TeamBradley, Inc.

Jason has a fantastic sense of humor, is wicked fast at looking at info and spotting issues, and really knows boolean!

Cori Sachais

Industrial & Manufacturing Recruiter | Sales & Technical Headhunter | Business & Career Coach

I have taken two training courses with Jason, one for how to find people online(sourcing) and the other for business development. Jason is extremely bright, creative and approachable. I not only learned out of the box techniques with Jason but I also learned a lot about myself during the exercises he urges us to do for business development. Jason’s transparency, honesty, and sense of humor allow for a safe place to learn, make mistakes and be vulnerable when learning how to be successful in the world of Headhunting. I highly recommend Jason’s training programs, you won’t be disappointed!

Victoria Travis

DVM Advocate

I have worked with Jason Thibault as a recruiter coach for the past two years. His greatest assets are his knowledge base of sourcing and recruiting techniques and his dry sense of humor. He has a special ability to make the difficult almost easy. In my experience, this is a sure sign of mastery. He loves a challenge: thrives on it in fact. So whatever your challenge in the recruiting arena, please consider contacting him. You will sleep better and your business will thrive. Tracy Alverson