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Trevor R.

Harnessing Tomorrow's Talent Today | The Bridge Between Ambition & Innovation

With a career spanning sectors from manufacturing to digital marketing, and now deeply ingrained in the tech-forward recruiting space, I am Trevor Robinson, a dynamic leader with an MBA and a knack for spotting and nurturing talent. My journey, marked by perennial growth, has enabled me to not only understand the precise needs of tech-forward companies but also to fulfill them as if I were an in-house resource. At the heart of my approach is a commitment to building meaningful relationships, whether that's with clients in the manufacturing sector or within my own entrepreneurial venture of creating an ice cream media company with my children. Balancing professional acuity with personal interests, I pride myself on being a proactive solution seeker, a relentless marketer, and an enthusiastic mentor to the next generation of industry leaders. My arsenal of skills ranges from social media mastery and online marketing to strategic sourcing and comprehensive team management. What drives me? The relentless pursuit of excellence, a deep-seated entrepreneurial spirit, and the joy of making impactful connections.
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Trevor R.

Experience

May 2025 — Present
Industry Sage Recruiting

Industry Sage Recruiting

Founder

  • Industry Sage Recruiting is a boutique recruiting partner helping growth-stage and tech-forward companies hire better. We combine the precision of agency search with the partnership of an in-house recruiting team.
  • Founded by former in-house recruiters Trevor Robinson and Trisha Kawado, we bring over 30 years of combined experience building teams across software, industrial technology, and manufacturing. Our embedded recruiting model allows companies to scale hiring capacity on demand without the overhead of a full-time recruiter or the inflated costs of traditional agencies.
  • We specialize in hiring for roles that power modern technical and operational teams:
  • Software & Product – Developers, Engineers, Product Managers, and Project Leads
  • Technical Sales & Marketing – Account Executives, Sales Engineers, and Growth Specialists
  • Operations & Supply Chain – Logistics, Procurement, and Operations Leadership
  • People & Talent – HR, Recruiting, and Culture Leadership
  • We operate as a true recruiting partner—integrated into your systems, aligned with your goals, and accountable for results.
  • Our model delivers consistent, high-quality hires through:
  • Fractional Embedded Recruiting (RPO)
  • Contingent & Retained Search
  • Talent Strategy & Advisory
  • If you are scaling your team and want a recruiting partner who feels in-house, reach out:
  • 📩 trevor@industrysagerecruiting.com
  • 🌐 industrysagerecruiting.com
Jul 2024 — Present
Industry Sage Media

Industry Sage Media

Founder

Industry Sage Media provides a backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.

Jan 2018 — Present

TLR Consulting Group

Founder & CEO - B2B Marketing & Consulting

TLR Consulting Group offers B2B marketing advisory and LinkedIn training services aimed at accelerating sales growth and creating brand awareness.

Nov 2017 — Dec 2021
Phoenix Contact USA

Phoenix Contact USA

Manager - Media Services

Phoenix Contact is a global market leader producing forward-thinking products and solutions for electrification, networking, and automation.

Nov 2016 — Nov 2017
Phoenix Contact USA

Phoenix Contact USA

Associate Social Media Brand Manager

Sep 2011 — Nov 2016
Phoenix Contact USA

Phoenix Contact USA

Human Resources, Social Media and Recruiting Specialist