MEET THE TOP OF THE STACK TEAM
INSIGHTFUL. STRATEGIC. TRUSTED.
Top of the Stack may be a newer company, but the work behind it isn’t new. For years, we’ve partnered with hiring teams, coached sourced candidates, and helped people position themselves successfully throughout the hiring process. We saw firsthand the gap in insider guidance that candidates often don’t get, unless they’re already working with a head hunter, and built Top of the Stack to make that level of support accessible earlier in the journey.
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Today, we bring that same hiring-side perspective directly to job seekers through personalized coaching, resume and LinkedIn optimization, and practical career support. Our goal is simple but meaningful: help you present your experience clearly, confidently, and in a way that gives you real traction in the market.
FOUNDER
ED GUY
Ed is the founder of Top of the Stack and the kind of recruiter every candidate hopes to meet. Launching his first tech company at just 22 while teaching at NYU, Ed has spent years building deep expertise in technology, finance, and venture-backed startups, helping candidates navigate competitive job markets with confidence and clarity.
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Now, for the first time, his insider knowledge and strategic approach are available directly to candidates. With a team built to deliver personalized guidance across a wide range of fields, Ed and Top of the Stack help professionals present their experience in the strongest possible light and land the roles they aspire to.
TALENT LEAD
SHAYNE KAHN
With over 20 years in the recruiting industry, Shayne brings unmatched expertise and understanding of what it takes to connect top talent with the right opportunities. She's always known that recruiting is her calling, and her commitment to going the extra mile ensures every candidate receives personalized guidance tailored to their goals.
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Shayne’s exceptional communication skills and keen instincts allow her to build lasting relationships, making her a trusted advisor to candidates and a strategic asset to the Top of the Stack team. Her approach ensures that every client and candidate experience is thoughtful, effective, and designed to maximize results.
TALENT ASSOCIATE
RACHEL LAWSON
Rachel is a seasoned strategic business partner with eight years of experience helping organizations in healthcare, tech, startups, construction supply, and professional sports achieve their goals. She brings a blend of business insight, operational expertise, and a people-first approach to every project, ensuring strategies are both practical and impactful.
Known for her warmth and collaborative style, Rachel excels at connecting with people, understanding their unique strengths, and helping them position themselves for success - a skill she now brings to candidates navigating competitive job markets at Top of the Stack.