Mike first approached me for a VP of Sales position with his client, iSpot.tv who looked to be a very exciting company. At that stage, they were not quite ready to hire, but he kept me informed and when the position eventally went live, I was interviewed by several key people and then flew over to Seattle to meet the management team. I was appointed as the VP of Sales Mid-West, then later promoted to VP of Enterprise Sales.
His company also appointed a total of 9 new business hunters for iSpot during 2018 and 2019.

I worked very closely with Mike in my capacity as the VP of Sales for iSpot.tv. We first asked Mike to find a single new business hunter for us in mid-2018, he quickly delivered the perfect candidate who went on to be very successful.
As iSpot entered a period of aggressive growth, we approached Mayfield Direct Search again to build out the rest of the sales team across multiple US locations. Mike delivered a total of 7 pinpoint perfect candidates, one of which became one of the most successful salespeople in the company. We were so impressed, that we also hired him again to appoint our VP of Sales for the mid-west, she went on to become the VP of Enterprise Sales.
In the sea of largely mediocre Recruiters, this guy is a real breath of fresh air!

I worked with Mike as the Vice President of Sales for the West Coast, focused on hiring new business hunters into iSpot.tv. His company was the main source of sales talent for iSpot, because Mike had consistently delivered by far the best candidates, but more importantly, we did not have to waste time looking at or interviewing unsuitable people.
The large majority of the new business sales team was sourced via Mayfield Direct Search, they were simply head and shoulders above the other recruitment companies we worked with.

Mike approached me for a position with iSpot.tv, they looked to have a very interesting product indeed and the company had a great culture. He clearly understood what I was about and was prepared to consider in my next career move, which aligned very closely with the opportunity he presented.
His 30+ years of hiring people in the technology sector really shows, not many Recruiters I can truly put my hand on my heart in a strong recommendation!

I was introduced to Mayfield Direct Search and Mike Auton in 2018, we were looking to do a massive hiring push for Senior Sales Executives. Mike delivered! Not only did he bring us top Senior Sales Executive talent, he identified a critical executive sales leader hire that was mission critical to the organization. Mike is exceptional at finding talent, while also being thoughtful and a real pleasure to work with. Mike worked with the team well by communicating efficiently and effectively. Mike is a true gem and I look forward to working with him again!

I worked closely with Mike when his client iSpot.tv were in the early stages of building out their sales team. Mike clearly had a great deal of experience working with salespeople, he also understood precisely what his client was looking for and articulated this extreemly well. Would have no hesitation working with Mike again, as either a hiring manager or a candidate.

I worked closely with Mike when his client iSpot.tv were in the early stages of building out their sales team. Mike clearly had a great deal of experience working with salespeople, he also understood precisely what his client was looking for and articulated this extreemly well. Would have no hesitation working with Mike again, as either a hiring manager or a candidate.

Mike approached me for a position in my present company, iSpot.tv. He articulated both the company and role so well, it was impossible to ignore. Long story short, I went through a detailed interview process and ended up joining a truly fantastic company. Mike’s more than 30 years experience hiring people in the Technology markets, really does put him in a league of his own. Don’t pass up the opportunity to work with him if you can.

I worked with Mike as the Vice President of Sales for the West Coast, focused on hiring new business hunters into iSpot.tv. His company was the main source of sales talent for iSpot, because Mike had consistently delivered by far the best candidates, but more importantly, we did not have to waste time looking at or interviewing unsuitable people. The large majority of the new business sales team was sourced via Mayfield Direct Search, they were simply head and shoulders above the other recruitment companies we worked with.

Working with Mike was a very different experience than most recruiters I have dealt with, he took a great deal of interest in my specific experience and skill set/s making sure that the fit between prospective employee and employer was right and ensured no-ones time was wasted. Every step of the process was efficient and professional and always with a good sense of humour. He place me in a great company in a fantastic position. I have no hesitation in recommending him.

Mike is one of the best recruiter I've ever worked with. He understands it perfectly to bring the needs of the client and the company together. Mike works with 100% commitment and he's very Agiel in the matching process. It is nice to work with Mike.

I have worked with Mike for many years on senior positions in the US. His attention to detail on requirements ensure that we get the right person in the right place, at the right time, at the right rate and he delivers. Mike is straight talking but also easy to work with. If he ever thinks I am being unrealistic he makes it clear why and suggests alternative ideas. I would not hesitate to recommend Mike.

Mike recruited me for match in Product Management. His skills are excellent and he knows his trade. I feel as if the match between my new employer and myself are perfect. I highly recommend him.

Mike is an experienced,but energetic, systematic, but creative recruitment professional with deeply analytical approach to recruitment process of top talent people. I have truly enjoyed working with him and receiving extraordinary results.

Mike has good IT industry knowledge and he works in a professional straight forward manner. His exceptional coaching approach helps in finding and engaging the best macthing candidates. I'd recommend using Mike's services when recruiting.