Patrick Brown is the Managing Partner of Sanford Rose Associates^® – Rochester, Michigan. Sanford Rose Associates^® – Rochester is a boutique executive search firm filling mid-level to upper-level professional positions in General Management, Human Resources, Sales and Marketing, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Environmental-Health-Safety, Purchasing, and Quality within the life science, automotive, alternative energy and defense sectors. Founded in 1959, Sanford Rose Associates^® serves the needs of corporate and institutional clients from over 65 offices worldwide.
Patrick has enjoyed over 25 years of human resources experience with increased levels of accountability and responsibility in the Life Sciences, Automotive Manufacturing and Defense environments for various prestigious Fortune 200 firms.   Prior to joining Sanford Rose Associates^®, he served as Vice President of Human Resources – Consumables, for Thermo Fisher Scientific, a $10 billion global leader in serving science within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies.   Patrick’s career included elevated levels of responsibility serving as Vice President, Human Resource for Fisher Scientific Products, and GT Technologies, a division of GenTek Inc., in addition to leadership positions in human resources and operations at Bundy Corporation, Thomas & Betts, General Dynamics and Chrysler Corporation. His experience spans the disciplines of executive recruiting, organization development, labor relations, compensation management, health and safety, training and benefits.
Patrick holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Oakland University and a Master’s of Science degree in Human Resources Administration from Central Michigan University. He has extensive international business experience and is a member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), and the National Association of Personnel Services (NAPS).

Kristen Osiwala is an Executive Search Consultant with Sanford Rose Associates® – Rochester. Kristen brings over 20 years of combined experience as a Human Resources Manager, Search Specialist and Employment Consultant within the Automotive, Electronics and Energy industries. She has coached and educated her clients – both internal and external – on selection and evaluation process, workforce planning, job designing and recruiting of top industry professionals.

Kristen has extensive experience in the search and selection process which will ensure that only the best qualified candidates will be presented for your consideration. Prior to joining Sanford Rose Associates – Rochester, she was a search and compensation consultant for Fisher Scientific Products. Kristen’s career has included increased levels of responsibility within the Human Resources field for such prestigious firms as Noma Company, a division of GenTek Inc., Michigan Consolidated Gas Company, Bundy Corporation and Thomas & Betts Components and Electronics.

She has over thirteen years of Executive Search experience where her strong recruiting skills have enabled her to work with large public and small private companies supporting their C-suite, sales, engineering, legal, human resources and sales

requirements. Kristen has been recognized as a Five Star Producer and recognized for being in the Top 10 among Executive Search Consultants across the Sanford Rose Associates network.

Kristen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a Master’s of Science degree in Human Resources Administration from Central Michigan University. Kristen’s professional affiliations include the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), Michigan Ontario Compensation Association (MIOCA), Human Resources Association of Detroit and is a Certified Analyst and Trainer in administering Predictive Index Surveys.

Nancy Tepatti is an Executive Recruiter with Sanford Rose Associates – Rochester. Nancy brings over 25 years’ experience in financial planning, corporate disbursements, and accounting within the Automotive, Defense, Pharmaceutical and Consumer Products environments. Throughout her professional career, she has been known as a highly motivated, dedicated, results-oriented professional. Nancy’s experience includes positions as Manager of Corporate Disbursements, Lead Financial Auditor, Senior Financial Analyst and Customer Service Lead for companies including Fenix Accounting Solutions, General Dynamics and Target, where she has honed her skills in problem resolution and customer interface for Fortune 500 companies.

She has over eight years of Executive Search experience where her unique recruiting skills have enabled her to work with large public and small private companies supporting their manufacturing, marketing, sales, finance and product development needs. Nancy has been recognized for being in the Top 10 Performer among Executive Search Consultants numerous times across the Sanford Rose Associates network and recognized as top recruiter for the Quarter. Nancy holds a degree in accounting and is also a certified Tax Professional, Tax Advisor and Tax Specialist. She is an active participant in local charity events and is a Macomb Chapter Autism Society Volunteer.

Tanya Tepatti is an Executive Recruiter with Sanford Rose Associates® – Rochester. In this role, Tanya is responsible for recruiting talented individuals in various roles within the Consumer Goods/Services, Chemical, Car Wash and Medical Equipment industries. She has been recognized numerous times for being a Top 40 Performer among over 400 Executive Search Consultants across the Sanford Rose Associates National Network. Tanya also performs Market Mastery for our clients.

Tanya has over eight years within the health care environment working as a Senior Research Assistant with Detroit Mercy’s Vision Lab before working for Henry Ford Health Systems in various roles of increasing responsibility. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education and Psychology from the University of Detroit Mercy and is currently finishing her Masters in Social Work.

Alison Filozof is a Recruitment Specialist with Sanford Rose Associates® – Rochester. In this role, Alison is responsible for recruiting individuals within the Chemical, Car Wash and Consumer Products industries in addition to new business development.

She is a highly motivated individual who has developed a strong customer service approach and brings that focus to her position with SRA.

Prior to joining Sanford Rose Associates® – Rochester, Alison worked for State Farm as their Insurance Specialist. In this role, she generated new business by contacting potential customers in selling different types of policies for home, business and auto. Alison identified sales opportunities and oversaw a portfolio of clients for the business. She has an Associate of Arts Degree from Macomb Community College and is very active in volunteering within the community including supporting the Capuchin Soap Kitchen.

Cindy Boyd is an Executive Search Consultant with Sanford Rose Associates® – Rochester. Cindy brings over 30 years combined experience in Human Resources, Finance and Office Management within Automotive, Manufacturing and Private Equity environments.

Throughout her professional career, she has developed a keen understanding of client needs and will be able to apply this experience to ensure the proper match between client and candidate. Cindy has extensive experience in Human Resources, Benefits Design, Development and Administration, and Office Administration. She was instrumental in assisting in the growth of LDM Technologies, Inc. from a new company start-up with acquisitions, to annual sales reaching over $600 million with 3500 employees and 16 plants in nineteen years.

Prior to that, Cindy worked for Industrial Machining Corporation and Fire Trucks, Inc. She has held positions of Director of Benefits, Controller, Human Resources Manager and Office Manager. Cindy holds an Associate of Business Administration and an Associate of Applied Science Degrees from Macomb College. She holds certifications in Accounting, Tax Specialist and CEBS.