BETTER LEADERS. BETTER CULTURES. BETTER RESULTS.
Waterstone Human Capital acquires Spectrum Recruiting Solutions, a U.S. based professional recruitment firm specializing in Manufacturing and Engineering industries. As a result, the partnership strengthens Waterstone’s U.S. presence and mission to build high-performance cultures through executive search, professional recruiting, and leadership advisory.
Growth Timeline
March 1, 2018
Founding of Spectrum
Spectrum Recruiting Solutions was founded in Utah as a people-first recruiting firm focused on engineering and manufacturing talent. It quickly built partnerships with forward-thinking manufacturers and engineering organizations across the Intermountain West.
2019–2020
Early Growth
Over the next two years, Spectrum expanded its recruiting services across additional engineering and manufacturing disciplines, refining a relationship-driven model. In turn, the firm earned a reputation for responsiveness, technical fluency, and excellent candidate experience.
2021–2023
Scaling & Diversity Impact
Spectrum scaled its team and national reach, supporting clients in multiple U.S. markets. Additionally, it achieved a 40% diversity fill rate and positioned itself as a purpose-driven recruiting partner.
2024–2025
Brand & Community Leadership
Spectrum strengthened its brand through enhanced digital presence and thought leadership. Furthermore, it was recognized as one of Utah’s “100 Companies Championing Women” and deepened its support of diversity in engineering and manufacturing.
January 7, 2026
Waterstone Human Capital Acquires Spectrum Recruiting Solutions
In January 2026, Waterstone Human Capital acquires Spectrum Recruiting Solutions, marking its third major U.S. acquisition in four years. The merger combines engineering and manufacturing expertise under the Waterstone Professional Recruiting Team.
Marty Parker
Founder & CEO, Waterstone Human Capital
Tina Hazlett
Managing Director, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment
Emily Rushton
President & Managing Director, Waterstone Human Capital USA
Main Services
Waterstone Human Capital helps organizations build high‑performance cultures through leadership, recruitment, and advisory services
Executive Recruitment
Waterstone’s Executive Recruitment uses its Recruit4Fit™ process to align leaders with your culture, strategy, and long-term goals.
Professional Recruitment
Waterstone Professional Recruitment secures high-performing professionals who match your values, culture, and growth objectives.
Leadership & Culture Advisory
Waterstone’s Leadership and Culture Advisory services use proven, data-driven frameworks to strengthen leadership, culture, and results.
PRESS RELEASE
We are thrilled to welcome Spectrum Recruiting Solutions and their outstanding team into the Waterstone Human Capital family. Under the leadership of Tina Hazlett, this acquisition amplifies our shared commitment culture-centric talent solutions and expands our ability to connect exceptional professionals with high-growth engineering and manufacturing organizations. Tina’s vision, deep industry expertise, and passion for building diverse, impactful teams make this an exciting milestone for our clients, candidates, and the broader talent ecosystem.
Marty Parker
Founder and CEO of Waterstone Human Capital
PRESS RELEASE
Having worked with Tina previously, this partnership is especially meaningful to me. When you are growing a business, you need people you trust and enjoy building alongside. Tina and her team bring determination and transparency that reflects a deep alignment of values. We share a genuine love for Utah and its business-friendly foundation, and we are excited to use that platform to grow through North America while contributing and create lasting impact together with Waterstone Human Capital.
Emily Rushton
President and Managing Director of Waterstone Human Capital
PRESS RELEASE
Joining forces with Waterstone Human Capital marks an exciting new chapter for Spectrum Recruiting Solutions and the clients, candidates, and community we serve. From the beginning, our purpose has been to connect exceptional people with meaningful opportunities—always with authenticity, integrity, and heart. I’m incredibly proud of our team for bringing that vision to life and grateful for the trust our clients and candidates place in us. Waterstone shares our belief that people and culture are the core of every great organization, and together we’ll continue to humanize the hiring process and redefine what exceptional recruiting looks like in engineering and manufacturing.
Tina Hazlett
Managing Director, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment of Waterstone Human Capital
Basic Facts About Spectrum Recruiting Solutions
Year Founded: 2018
Founder / Original CEO: Tina Hazlett
Location: Riverton, Utah, USA
Company size: Approximately 1–10 employees
Key milestone: Acquired by Waterstone Human Capital in January 2026; Tina Hazlett appointed Managing Director, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment.
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Media Contact
Tina Hazlett
Division President, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment