Who We Are

ABOUT US:

Ribolow is a New York State certified minority-owned business specializing in the placement of permanent, temporary and freelance professionals in the New York/New Jersey/Connecticut area and throughout North America.

Founded by Adele Ribolow in 1960 and initially focusing on the Publishing industry, we
have steadily grown our industry expertise to other areas including Advertising, Market Research, Interactive/Digital/Online Media, Healthcare, Education, Finance, Legal and Non-Profit.

 

OUR STYLE:

We guide the growth of businesses small and large with a customized, personal approach. 

Whether you prefer a more in-depth consultative recruiting relationship or simply need to provide us with minimal direction and quickly receive a stream of credible candidates, we have the pedigree and the network to design a recruiting plan that fits your needs and your business.

If you’re a candidate looking for your next opportunity, you can trust us to value confidentiality, honesty and the desire to help shepherd you through the complicated recruiting process. 

If you’re the right person for the job, we’ll be a loyal partner and your biggest advocate.

 

OUR TEAM:

Adele Ribolow, President

A leader in business, Adele Ribolow has owned and operated Ribolow for almost 50 years.
Adele brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise and anecdotes that inform and entertain her team, clients and candidates. During her career in the employment industry, Adele has taught classes at the New School, run career seminars at NYU and inspired women in business. She has been affiliated with the American Society for Training and Development as well as the National Association of Women’s Business Owners. Adele’s interests include politics and the arts and she loves to stay up-to-date on current affairs and culture.

CONTACT: Ribolow@verizon.net

Simon Byrne, Director of Client Relations

Simon Byrne has been the Director at Ribolow since 1992. During this time, he has forged many relationships with key personnel in various industries, predominantly in the Publishing and Advertising sectors. Well-known and respected throughout the employment industry, Simon brings professionalism, innovative ideas and an easy-going, friendly touch to employment concerns.  A native Australian, Simon is an

CONTACT: Simonoz@verizon.net

 

Barbara Shorenstein, Executive Recruiter: Account Planning, Market Research, Media

Barbara Shorenstein has been recruiting in the advertising industry for over 15 years and her
deft professionalism has brought her to the top of her game. A shrewd headhunter, Barbara knows the ins and outs of her industry and fosters lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.  A mother of two sons raised in New York City, Barbara is a formidable mahjong player, an avid movie-goer and a fan of the Jets & the Yankees.

CONTACT: BarbaraShorenstein@verizon.net

 

Alexa Marie Chicarell, Executive Recruiter: Publishing & Advertising

Alexa Marie Chicarell brings a fresh face to the recruiting industry and the Ribolow Staffing team. Having recently relocated to the East Coast and into the heart of Manhattan, she hails from Las Vegas, NV and brings an exciting twist to the employment market here in NYC. With a degree in Business Marketing and fearless ambition, Alexa channels her background in competitive tennis and her West Coast business acumen in an effort to add diversity to the table.

CONTACT: RibolowStaffing@verizon.net

 

Publishing. Advertising. Interactive Media.