LMC and Stacks+Joules Forge Pioneering Partnership to Empower Green Talent

Jun 13, 2024 | Announcement

PRESS RELEASE — 13 JUNE, 2024

As the fight against climate change intensifies, the need for skilled professionals in the green sector becomes ever more pressing. Fortunately, a new collaboration between leading recruitment firm LMC and non-profit Stacks+Joules promises a commitment to bridge the talent gap and empower young minds for a sustainable future.

 

This partnership goes beyond financial support. LMC will become Stacks+Joules’ longest-standing CSR partner, with Founder Lewis Martin joining their board. His expertise will be key in supporting the organisation’s planned expansion beyond its current New York City location.

 

LMC will donate a portion of annual revenue to Stacks+Joules over the next year. These funds will directly fuel their mission to equip overlooked individuals with critical skills in building automation and energy management software – knowledge in high demand for the climate tech industry.

 

Furthermore, LMC pledges ongoing support to Stacks+Joules’ ten annual cohorts. This includes developing targeted resume and interview workshops, a factor credited with their graduates’ high job placement rate. 

 

Adding another layer to this initiative, LMC will support a new Fall apprenticeship program, which will provide students with valuable hands-on experience and further equip them for success in the climate tech sector.

 

Highlighting the significance of this collaboration, Stacks+Joules founder, Mike Conway, commented:

 

“Stacks+Joules relies on inside knowledge of the needs of employers, and LMC is a proven source. Lewis and his team help us ensure that our graduates have been trained in the skills most sought after. Additionally, Lewis himself has led resume and interview prep workshops for our cohorts, directly supporting our high job placements.

 

LMC financial support will go towards direct program expenses, allowing us to continue to provide advanced training at no cost to those we serve. LMC shares our belief that talent rises in unexpected places as we remove barriers to full participation.”

 

This partnership presents a powerful opportunity to rewrite the narrative around talent scarcity in the green sector. By cultivating a pipeline of skilled professionals from diverse backgrounds, both LMC and Stacks+Joules aim to fuel the talent pool within climate tech into NetZero and beyond.

 

Together, LMC and Stacks+Joules can nurture the next generation of sustainability leaders, driving innovation and building a brighter, more sustainable future.

 

Learn more about the partners below:

About Stacks+Joules:

Stacks+Joules is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organisation that offers a project-based learning program in computer programming and wireless network management. Their specialised curriculum empowers young people from underserved communities to gain valuable technology skills, preparing them for successful careers in the burgeoning fields of building automation and energy management.

About LMC:

LMC is a climate tech business solving talent problems, not just any climate tech recruitment firm. Its core focus is connecting organisations driving decarbonisation with the very best talent in climate technology. LMC plays a crucial role in accelerating the transition to a more sustainable future, by solving core growth challenges faced as a result of the gap in talent required to meet global climate goals.

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Gina Elliot, Chief Services Officer

Buildings IoT (Client)

It has been a pleasure to work with Lewis for many years. His understanding of the complex needs of the Smart Building, Proptech, and Climatec is unique in this industry. He is always thorough in his work and provides well-qualified candidates. Lewis is part of the team, realizing that each company’s ongoing success relies on his knowledge of our needs. He puts considerable time and effort into identifying our goals and his follow through is impeccable, ensuring that company and candidate are well-matched. It is obvious that he is passionate about his work. Lewis has a wide reach with a large network of vetted candidates. He establishes and nurtures his relationships, providing counsel and advice along the way to business and individual. He is my “go to” when looking for the next member of my team.

William Behn, President

TOSIBOX (Client)

As the world experiences a tighter and tighter labor market, the ability to attract and retain talent will be a core tenant of any thriving business. And because Recruiters pop up everywhere, it makes sense to partner with the best and the brightest and those with staying power. What I look for in a Recruiter is simple: Integrity, Teamwork, and the ability to go and get beyond what's on the resume/CV. As you look to grow staff it would be hard to do better than Lewis Martin. Lewis is able to operate across borders and oceans. His candidates respond to him and his customers love him. Lewis and his team dig into your needs, understand the soft skills necessary to be successful, and as was the case with me recently, will pick up the phone even while on holiday.

Mike Cioce, Vice President of Sales

Legend Power Systems (Client)

Lewis is a true professional and great to work with! He has filled five positions for us and has found us more great candidates than we can currently hire. He does a great job of giving us multiple "A player" level candidates to choose from. Most of the highest achieving people in our organization have been sourced by Lewis and his team. He is proactive and very fair to work with. I highly recommend Lewis to anyone looking for a top-tier talent partner.

David Joy, Head of Sales

Infinitum (Client)

Lewis Martin and his team lead a recruiting process that landed me at Infinitum as Director of Sales. I recently worked with Lewis again to successfully recruit an additional Sales Manager to join our Infinitum sales team. Lewis approaches his work with the highest degree of professionalism. He carefully reviewed our requirements, found, and qualified excellent candidates, and supported the interview, offer, and onboarding stages. I am very pleased with the job that Lewis did and recommend his services.

Michael Westerfield, Director of Product

Acuity Brands (Candidate)

I was impressed Lewis could speak to my strengths with the client and discuss how my skills would complement the team. He convinced the client I was the right person for the role. While I wasn’t looking for a new role at the time, he clearly articulated the clients’ objectives in a way that also sparked excitement with me. Throughout the process, he worked closely to build the relationship and role so everyone was excited to move forward. While I’ve worked with talent acquisition professionals before, I’ve never worked with anyone more passionate and thorough as Lewis.

Edi Demaj, Co-Founder

KODE Labs
LMC possesses an unparalleled ability to identify and attract top-tier talent that aligns perfectly with our company's needs and culture. Their strategic approach to listening, understanding our needs and then using that information to source, screen and engage candidates has resulted in a remarkable success rate in filling key positions for us at KODE Labs. Their ability to maintain clear communication and transparency throughout the process is their greatest asset and ensures a smooth and efficient recruiting process.

Hugh Amoyal, Chief Executive Officer

Bueno
Lewis and his team have been terrific in not only advising on recruitment strategy but have also been able to help us with identifying commercial partners to help us with client deliverables. LMC is not just a recruitment service provider to Bueno, they are a key partner in our global expansion journey.

Mike Luscombe, Head of Global Growth

Radix IoT
Lewis is a pro and has built an extensive international network in the smart buildings’ community. He’s able to establish trust relationships and act as an advisor to both hiring managers and candidates. If you’re looking for a recruiter in the smart buildings space, he should be your first call!

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