Founder & Cheif Executive Officer
Tom Johnston, President and Founder of the SearchPath International franchise system, as well as President of SPI’s Human Capital Practice, has been heavily involved in the Human Capital industry since 1988, as an individual contributor, manager and owner. Tom has leveraged his in-depth study, knowledge, expertise and contacts to attract top talent for his clients in these increasingly competitive industries, generating millions of dollars in revenue over the years.
Prior to creating SPI, Tom was the Director of Interim Executive Staffing for Management Recruiters International (MRI), the world’s largest search and recruitment organization. He introduced interim staffing to MRI, which generated 40 million dollars in revenue in less than three years.
Prior to joining the executive search world, Tom was a senior executive with both United Parcel Service and Roadway Services. As a senior management consultant with the Reliance Consulting Group, he worked as a consultant in the staffing industry helping firms expand their client service offerings.
Tom earned his BA in Management Science at St. Bonaventure University. Tom was the Chairman of the Strategic Committee of MRI’s National Project Next Step Council and has served on the National Steering Committee of the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers.