How a tech recruiting firm saved thousands by hiring with Dice

When Mako Professionals launched in 2018, they had no candidate database and relied on available tools to build their talent network. But as a startup with a lean team, Mako needed solutions that went beyond simple candidate generation; they required insights into their targeted market and easy-to-use tools that would optimize tech talent acquisition. “We were spending anywhere from $10,000to $15,000 on different search tools, but they didn’t provide the level of accessibility and quality of our target of senior-level independent IT consultants.” says Tyson Franco, Founder of Mako Professionals.

Mako Professionals turned to Dice, attracted by its tech-focused candidate database, TalentSearch, and integration with Ceipal. With Dice, Tyson and his team found tools designed specifically for tech hiring, including advanced filters for skills and compensation. This combination allowed Mako Professionals not only to identify qualified candidates quickly but also to analyze market trends based on resume data, company mentions, and salary insights. “There’s more than just finding the right applicant,” Tyson explained. “It’s also about understanding what the market is saying.”

Dice’s platform empowered Mako Professionals to reach high-quality, targeted candidates quickly and consistently, displacing other career sites and becoming the only platform they now rely on. Due to their partnership with Dice for over five years, Mako Professionals has generated a network of highly qualified talent that has enabled them to provide clients with a 98% coverage ratio and a 60% fill ratio, in turn creating a significant return on their investment with Dice. The Ceipal integration also provided a strategic edge, allowing Tyson to understand industry trends directly from candidate resumes. With these insights and targeted sourcing tools, Mako Professionals has optimized their recruiting process, enhanced candidate quality, and exceeded client expectations.