About
Founded in 2017, ML6 is an independent recruitment and talent advisory firm located in the Greater Toronto Area. We provide customized talent solutions to support our clients’ visions for long-term, sustainable results. We help our clients manage change and drive growth through people from advising on people processes and practices, to hiring.
Why ML6?
Our clients’ success is our success. Our desire to be a true partner places us in a unique position with our clients, acting as an extension of their team, tackling their challenges as if they were our own and not accepting status quo.
We Conduct a Thorough Discovery
We Act as a Business Partner
We are Talent Experts
We are Creative Problem Solvers
We are Data Centric
Our Team
Our leadership team has held various senior leadership positions in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Employer Branding and Recruitment Marketing in both corporate and agency settings.
While our people have diverse backgrounds, with various levels of experience across HR, recruitment, sales and consulting, from corporate and agency, we have one main thing in common: we are people people. Passionate about what we do, our team acts with a sense of urgency, are active listeners, inspire our clients to think differently, and are always in pursuit of excellence. We are true advisors to clients and candidates alike.
Meet Michael
Michael Lemmer
Michael Lemmer
Michael founded ML6 Search + Talent Advisory in 2017 after a successful corporate career which saw him building and leading high-performance teams across a multitude of functions and industries. Throughout his experiences, one constant is his ability to identify and nurture key talent, taking teams and businesses to the next level. In his most recent role, he led the Human Resources function for a private equity-backed healthcare services provider, and helped grow them from 30 to over 200 locations across Canada. Michael has a B. Comm from the University of South Africa specialising in Management, and spent the early part of his career in sales and business development. While you may often hear him reminiscing about the weekends spent climbing, braaiing, and eating biltong in the mountains of South Africa, he has called Canada home since March 2008, and takes full advantage of all this beautiful country has to offer. His down time is spent running the local trails, camping with his family and caring for his chickens, bees and vegetable garden. Michael lives in rural Burlington with his wife, four active children, and two pups, Kensi and Khali.
Meet Jeff
Jeff Garvin
Jeff Garvin
Jeff joined ML6 in January 2018, and brings with him a wealth of experience in Talent and HR leadership from large, multinational organizations, and high-growth, entrepreneurial, Canadian start-ups. He is passionate about building and leading great teams, analyzing challenges, and creating & implementing custom solutions to deliver upon organizational objectives. Jeff attended McMaster University in Hamilton where he achieved his honours BA in Labour Studies while playing varsity rugby, winning 3 OUA championships. He then went on to complete his Post-grad in Human Resources Management at Humber College in Toronto. After starting his career in the GTA, Jeff spent two years in Alberta enjoying the steak, and the mountains. He now lives in Burlington with his wife, Erin, his sons, Wyatt and Lincoln, and his dog, Scoots. When he’s not at the office, or on the pitch, you can find him whipping up a new recipe in the kitchen, reading the latest fantasy novel, or playing his favourite video games.
Meet Allison
Allison Roadknight
Allison Roadknight
Allison joined ML6 in June 2021 as the Vice President of the Engineering Division. She came to ML6 with 14 years of experience in the recruitment industry, specializing in Engineering recruitment within the Manufacturing Sector. She is passionate about fully integrating into her client's business, so she can be a true extension of them in the market. Allison attended the University of Guelph where she achieved her Honours Bachelor of Science Degree. Allison and her husband Mike live a very active life at home, with their son and daughter who love sports! Their favourite family sport is downhill skiing and when they are not in an arena watching hockey or ringette, they are at a baseball diamond cheering Jack and Julia on.
Meet Samantha
Samantha Forani
Samantha Forani
Samantha joined ML6 in April 2018, bringing with her two plus years of recruitment experience in the administrative and industrial sectors. Samantha believes in building meaningful relationships with clients to better understand their needs and connect them to top talent, ensuring a successful and long-lasting relationship. Samantha graduated from McMaster University with an Honors BA in English and Cultural Studies. While at McMaster, Samantha dedicated much of her free time to actively supporting Relay for Life, holding various roles on the committee. She helped to raise over $200,000 over a three-year period for the Canadian Cancer Society. After school, Samantha spent a summer in the United Kingdom working in the hospitality industry, travelling, meeting new people, writing, and exploring her English roots. In her spare time, she enjoys baking, reading, hiking, and exploring craft breweries with her boyfriend.
Meet Isabelle
Isabelle Knebel
Isabelle Knebel
Isabelle joined ML6 in January 2021 as a Senior Associate Search with a focus on Business Development. Trilingual, passionate, and positive leader with 20+ years experience helping companies, across different industries and continents, find their perfect match. Her expertise lies in building strong and long-lasting relationships with clients, Account Management and Head-Hunting. She is someone who will go the extra mile and think outside of the box to find the perfect solution for her clients. You will sometimes hear her talk about how she misses her Swiss Alps, but since 2007, she has called Canada home and found a new love in sailing on Lake Ontario with her husband and teenage son.
Meet Lauren
Lauren Wildfang
Lauren Wildfang
Lauren joined ML6 in February 2019 as an Associate, Search. Lauren graduated from Colgate University in Central New York where she majored in Educational Studies and played Division I hockey. Lauren wasn’t quite ready to retire from the game after graduating and decided to sign a professional contract in Northern Sweden. Hockey has given Lauren the opportunity to travel throughout Europe and North America. She has been exposed to many different cultures and foods which drives her love for exploring the world. Lauren has a passion for hearing people’s stories, learning more about what their future ambitions are and helping people achieve their goals. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys giving back to the hockey community, being active with her Golden Retriever, Addy and is always seeking a new adventure.
Meet Angela
Angela Dravis
Angela Dravis
Angie joined the ML6 team in September of 2020 as an Associate Recruiter. Throughout her career she has been driven by helping others achieve their professional ambitions and aspirations by offering extensive experience in recruitment and consulting. She demonstrates and utilizes her exemplary record of career development, coaching, executive placement, and technical recruiting. After more than a decade in talent acquisition, she is highly skilled at driving conversations and connecting with top talent. Angie is always eager to find the humour in just about any situation and loves spending time with her daughter, husband, family, and friends. In her downtime, she can usually be found enjoying great food, engaging in conversations, and spending time with her family... or in front of the TV catching one of her favourite shows.
Meet Christian
Christian Shewchuk
Christian Shewchuk
Christian joined ML6 in November of 2020 and brings with him 9 years of experience recruiting within the manufacturing industry working on a diverse portfolio of roles which range from skilled trades to industrial management. Christian attended Mohawk College in Hamilton where he achieved his Diploma in Advertising which ultimately allowed him to gain access into the recruiting industry where he found his niche. Christian currently lives in Stoney Creek with his wife, Jessica and his Chihuahua, Prim. On his downtime from the office, Christian enjoys spending time with his family, watching anything from the Star Wars or Marvel Universe and playing some of his favourite video games: Call of Duty and Assassin’s Creed.
Meet Erin
Erin Garvin
Erin Garvin
Erin joined ML6 in January 2020, assisting with Business Development. With a passion for building and maintaining relationships, she brings over 10 years of sales and business development experience and has a strong background in a variety of industries including recruitment, management consulting, hospitality, retail and marketing. Erin graduated from The University of Guelph with an Honors BA in English and Sociology. In her spare time, you can find Erin at her family camp (what those from Northern Ontario call a cottage) with her husband, Jeff, her sons, Wyatt and Lincoln, and her goofy pup, Scoots.
Meet Joe
Joe Howard
Joe Howard
Joe came to the Talent Acquisition world and ML6 from a background in technical sales in the UK. Upon completing an MSc in Environmental Monitoring and Analysis at Aberystywth University, he had worked with several organisations connecting clients to technical applications in the scientific and manufacturing sectors. Then came a stint as a Ski Instructor and a Mountain Bike guide in the mountains of British Columbia before returning to his passion for connecting people with solutions at ML6. He can still be found in the wet mountains of BC sliding down them on tyres or skis dependant upon the season.
Meet Madison
Madison Rawding
Madison Rawding
Madison joined ML6 in May of 2021 and as an Associate, Search. She graduated from Guelph University, majoring in Psychology. She then completed her certificate in Human Resource Management at Humber College, where she decided to pursue a career in recruiting. Madison has spent years working with kids and adults, teaching them how to swim; this is where she uncovered her love for helping people. She was able to help train and invest her time in the professional growth of other people, which is what she loves about her current role. Madison enjoys spending time with her family in her downtime, watching her favourite shows on Netflix and travelling as much as possible. She has travelled to seven different countries and is always thinking about her next destination.
Meet Jeremy
Jeremy LeMoine
Jeremy LeMoine
Jeremy joined ML6 in July 2021 as a Technology Associate, and brings 4 years of sales and account management experience before a transition into the recruitment industry. His extroverted personality and love for people is exemplified in the meaningful professional relationships he develops with both hiring managers and top talent alike. Following his childhood in Quebec, Eastern Ontario, and Turks and Caicos that spurred a passion for travel, Jeremy attended the University of Guelph where he achieved a Bachelor of Commerce degree. In his spare time, Jeremy enjoys discovering great restaurants, exploring the great outdoors, and keeping an active lifestyle that includes skiing, basketball, hockey, and tennis.
Meet Julia
Julia Gosio
Julia Gosio
Julia joined ML6 in September 2021 as an Associate, Engineering. Julia has a Business Degree focused on Hospitality and Tourism Management and Human Resources Management from Ryerson University. During her time at Ryerson, Julia was involved in volleyball leagues, and continues to play outside of university. Julia brings a blend of experiences in Human Resources, Hospitality, and Manufacturing to her team, and hopes to be able to put them to good use. In her spare time Julia enjoys trying new restaurants in the GTA and video games with her friends.
Meet Taylor
Taylor McNeely
Taylor McNeely
Taylor joined ML6 in September 2021 as an Associate, Search. Taylor attended The University of Guelph where she majored in Leadership and Organizational Management, with a minor in Marketing. Taylor has a successful track record in the technology space, emphasizing the importance of building meaningful relationships with candidates, clients and co-workers. While at school, she volunteered at the Wyndham House supporting homeless and at risk youth – helping raise over $10,000 for the organization. Throughout her time at school, she maintained an active lifestyle through participation in Ice Hockey, Volleyball and Ultimate Frisbee intramurals. Her downtime is spent cycling throughout the city, playing spikeball at the park or enjoying a cold one on the dock at the cottage with friends and family.
Meet Coby
Coby Brittin
Coby Brittin
Coby joined ML6 in November 2021 and brings 8 years of experience in strategic recruitment. He is a well connected and seasoned recruitment consultant delivering results driven solutions for the Engineering Consulting, Construction and Architecture sectors. He has recruited hundreds of professionals for a diverse range of clients, from small to large cap companies throughout Canada and the USA. Coby specializes in engineering, senior leadership and executive roles for mission critical and strategic direct hires. He loves spending time with family! On days they stay in, he enjoys reading (History, Sci-Fi, Fantasy), Formula One, and Video Games (RPGs, Racing Sims, Co-op shooters). For more adventurous days you will find him backpacking, hiking, and exploring different countries.
Meet Maria
Maria Baracaldo
Maria Baracaldo
Maria joined ML6 in February 2022 as an Associate, Technology. Maria attended Seneca College where she majored in Radio Broadcasting. She has achieved immense success in her budding career working in Talent Acquisition in the Tech space, being her candidates’ biggest advocate, her clients’ confidant and partner and building strong relationships with her co-workers. Maria previously worked in the hospitality industry as a Front of House Manager where she gained experience as a Team Leader spearheading training initiatives and taking pride in mentoring her staff. She finds many parallels coming from a Service Industry background where she built strong relationships ensuring repeat business. Her downtime is spent enjoying live music and travelling the world with her family!
Meet Rachelle
Rachelle Dubois
Rachelle Dubois
Rachelle joined ML6 in February 2022 as a Senior Associate with a focus on Business Development and Account Management. Rachelle brings over 12 years of experience in sales and account management, with the last 2 years' utilizing her sales expertise within the recruitment industry. Rachelle is passionate about her clients and delivering positive solutions for long-term success. Although born in Windsor, Rachelle has spent most of her life growing up in Metro Detroit, where most of her family currently resides. She spends most of her free time visiting family across the border, and going on adventures with her dog, Apollo.
Meet Claire
Claire Duncan
Claire Duncan
Claire joined ML6 in March 2022 as a Senior Associate, Technology. Claire comes from a marketing and tech sales background but has found recruitment to be her true passion because she finds joy in helping others land meaningful employment opportunities. Claire thrives in fast-paced environments and embraces challenging opportunities with her clients. She takes pride in building strong client relationships built on frequent communication and a strong understanding of unique client needs. As an elite triathlete, Claire strives to always be the first to the finish line and deliver on her clients’ needs faster than the competition. Claire lives in Burlington with her husband and two children and can be found swimming, biking through the Halton countryside, and running along Lake Ontario in her spare time. She is also a passionate community volunteer, sitting on the board of directors for the Halton Waldorf School and Ontario Cycling Association.
A Selection of Our Partners
We are industry agnostic and have experience across a broad range of industries from multinational, Fortune 100 companies to successful Canadian startups.
While each industry has its unique challenges, the underlying pain points are often similar. Drawing on collective experiences and best practices, we customize talent solutions to support our clients on their transformation journey to get them where they need to be.
Founder’s Message
I founded ML6 as an enabler of growth. With this singular focus, we have evolved into an agency that performs in direct alignment with the needs of our clients – dynamic organizations that represent the future of the Canadian economy, innovation and progress. In short, the companies that are shaping our future.
ML6 drives growth and manages change through people. In a world being overrun by technology and automation, we become a pure, live extension of your team and your brand. We recognize and accept the responsibility of our role as the guardian of the unique culture that got you to where you are today. You will count on us to reduce risk, decrease stress and provide the advice you require to make sound talent decisions with complete confidence.
We put in the time, implement the best talent practices, and work proactively to enable your success, through people.
Your partner in success.
Michael Lemmer
President
Core Values
Inspired
Real
Bold
Invested
Community Involvement
Building extraordinary employer communities wouldn’t be complete without a focus on making a difference in the lives of youth, families, people and other businesses in the communities we serve. We strive to volunteer our time and share our knowledge through a few key initiatives each year. And we continue to explore other opportunities to engage our team and leverage our collective expertise.
Over the years, we have participated in:
Michael was a python in the 2019 Python’s Pit, a competition for students in Halton, Hamilton and Peel Regions, to pitch their business concepts and product ideas in front of a live audience and panel of business leaders.
Michael and Jeff spent a day conducting mock interviews with first-year Management Co-op students at the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus. We were blown away by the calibre of these students and were grateful for the opportunity to participate. We are excited to see what the future hold for this cohort of future talent.
Holiday Helpers has been bringing holiday cheer to families in need for over 20 years. We participated by sponsoring a family in 2019 with each team member and the company donating gifts for the family’s baby.
We are an active member of the BCC, connecting with fellow local business leaders and participating in local events.
ML6 Careers
Fostering a Great Place to Work Starts Here
While we take the careers of job seekers and our clients’ talent solutions seriously, ourselves? Not so much. It is fast-paced and autonomous, but we like to have fun at work. Team outings have included a wine tasting, an escape room experience and an arcade day. Our kitchen is well-stocked and we host a happy hour every Friday afternoon. We’re a place that provides challenge, growth, and constant learning. We demonstrate respect for all, encourage each other and celebrate milestones.
Comprehensive Benefits
Amazing Vacation Package
Flexibility
Autonomy
Growth
If you are interested in learning more about our company, please drop us a line and tell us what an awesome work environment is to you.
Prerequisites: Must be a people-person, a self-starter and team player. A love of dogs would be nice too!