Our History

I am one of the few Talent Management Professionals with hands-on technical IT and Digital Systems experience. I cut my teeth by building LAN networks on Novell NT4 machines and machine coding on Motorola 6800 chipsets (remember those?). After studying Marketing and Media Technology Systems at University, I went on to gain a CIPD HR Qualification and an Advanced Life Coaching Certification. I now have over 20 years of recruitment experience under my belt.
As part of my continuous professional growth, I recently achieved the Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) accreditation, reinforcing my expertise in data solutions and analytics, which aligns with the needs of modern IT and Data-focused businesses.
My Approach
My approach to recruitment is a reflection of my background – I combine my knowledge of human resources with my love of technology. This led me to develop a technical testing method, which I have used for over 15 years, both as an agency Senior Recruiter and as a lead in-house Talent Acquisition Partner. I put each candidate through a pool of carefully tailored questions to screen for the most suitable roles. This helps to save hiring managers time and money. In combination with this, I have always enjoyed behavioural and competency interviewing.
I have experience of providing interview training at IMGROUP and Hitachi Consulting around this. I use this today for clients of Focused Futures to ensure that candidates have the right mix of consulting, soft skills and the required growth mindset. This is why such a high percentage of our hires have gained promotions quickly and have added value immediately to our client’s business. Over 60% of hires are typically promoted or take on significantly greater responsibility within 12 to 18 months. H-I-R-E-S is our approach that has helped these clients to achieve their goals and growth.
My Experience
I have experience working for corporate multinational firms, including Hitachi. More recently, I have specialised in Microsoft technology-centric SMEs and consultancies that are around 10 – 300 employees and generate between the £500k to £10 million turnover level. These are businesses that need support on an interim basis to rapidly grow given a surge in requirements.
I am also able to support businesses that require maternity or long-term sickness cover, but are unable to justify a permanent full-time employee for a Senior Recruitment/Lead Talent Acquisition role. These companies need a professional with a wealth of experience who can quickly get up to speed and integrate successfully with the HR department and SLT.
At data and AI scale-up Coeo, I hired over 60 individuals, which helped them to become a £12m turnover business. This included tech hiring and also a rebuild of their Business Development function, including Principal BDMs that can carry a £2m to £4m professional services revenue target, Account Managers, Inside Sales, Alliance Managers and Marketing Managers. During my final quarter of my first engagement, I saved Coeo £150k in agency fees.
Not all clients can justify a commitment to an integrated interim internal recruiter and I also offer contingency/ad-hoc recruitment service for those clients with a few roles for their permanent or contract needs.
Additional Services
More recently I have decided to fuse my Life Coaching and additional learning and development skills learned in my HR qualification to provide a series of After-Placement Life and Performance Coaching modules on a 1-2-1 basis.
This provides value-added service and helps my clients’ HR teams with the successful onboarding of new placements. These modules provide new hires with additional tools to make a greater impact during the critical first 100-day period.
Education
Bedfordshire University
Ealing and West London College
Achology
Microsoft
Testimonials

Rebecca Bunn
”I would like to thank Eldon for all the help and support they’ve given me on my personal development journey. From the start, they really took the time to listen and understand who I am, and their coaching and support has been great every step of the way. Whether it’s been overcoming challenges, setting goals, or just boosting my confidence, Eldon has made a huge impact on my life.
What really stands out to me is how genuine and supportive they are. They always offer advice in a way that’s constructive but also encouraging, so I never felt judged. I always felt like they truly wanted to see me grow, and that made all the difference.
Thanks to Eldon, I feel like I have a better sense of who I am, what I want, and how to go after it. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for someone who’s not just a mentor, but someone who really cares about your growth. They’ve helped me unlock a lot of potential I didn’t even know I had.”

Julie Phillipps
"Eldon is an outstanding recruiter and coach. Partnering with Focused Futures, he has been instrumental in helping Coeo fill critical roles over two years. With incredible work ethic, he shapes hiring processes, drives direct hiring models and provides invaluable insights that guide informed decisions. As a trusted advisor to our team, his market knowledge and dedication have been key to our growth. Eldon is truly one of the best."

Mark Hill
"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Eldon on two occasions—first at Hitachi and later at Coeo—and his dedication and work ethic are unmatched. He consistently goes the extra mile to identify and secure exceptional candidates, ensuring they’re a perfect fit for the role and the organization. Beyond his professional skills, Eldon is one of the kindest and most genuine people I’ve ever worked with. Over the years, he’s helped me find incredible Technical and Strategic hires, making a lasting impact on our team. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone!"

Vaughan Powell
"Eldon played a key role at IMGROUP as a strategic recruitment partner, hiring top IT talent, including Microsoft Analytics and Data professionals, essential to our growth. He proposed and built an internal recruitment function focused on cost-effective hiring and retention. Hiring Eldon was a game-changer—he recruited our best talent, boosted team morale and supported us during a period when IMGROUP became Microsoft UK Countrywide Partner of the Year."

Paul Stancer
"Eldon played a key role in building my team at IMGROUP, sourcing top .NET Technical Architects, developers, testers and managers. Beyond recruitment, he supported engagement, training, retention and promoted our capabilities through Meet-Ups and SQL Bits. His meticulous pre-screening earned my full trust, allowing me to focus on managing a busy practice. More recently, at TiPJAR, he found skilled .NET Core Developers vital for our growth and development."

Jag Patel
"Eldon is an outstanding recruiter I’ve trusted since 2005 to quickly find top candidates. His technical expertise ensures thorough CV screening and detailed Q&A sessions on technologies like .NET, SQL and XML, delivering candidates with the exact skills needed. He has helped hire exceptional talent for Euro RSCG, British Heart Foundation and Gamcom, where he sourced 25 key roles. I highly recommend Eldon for efficient and precise recruitment."

James Ryder
"I've worked with Eldon twice for hiring sales talent and he’s a true partner. He deeply understands the needs of the hiring manager and business, tailoring his search to add unique value. His thorough screening improves the candidate experience and saves time by filtering out low-potential hires. Eldon represents our brand flawlessly and new hires often credit him as a key reason for accepting offers. Beyond work, his passion for continuous learning has inspired me with valuable coaching and recommendations. I highly recommend him and Focused Futures."

Danusia Lubas-Brebner
"Eldon is a warm, but professional individual who has the ability to understand your stakeholder's requirements quickly. Eldon is always positive and always tackles situations with this mindset. I have enjoyed working with Eldon for the short period of time we have had together and certainly learned a lot from him. He helped us with hiring a selection of hires across BI, Data Engineering, PM, SQL DBA and Sales. All the best with your business venture Eldon, it has really been a fantastic 6 months working with you. I will definitely miss our inspirational chats!"

Steve Prokopiou
"Eldon is one of the best Talent Acquisition/HR specialists I have worked with in a 25+ year career. His special skills include being able to ask searching questions so that he can understand exactly what is required for a role and then sourcing candidates that strongly fit the brief. In short, he made my life very easy due to the quality of his work.
Recently Eldon has expanded his skill set to include Life Coaching. He provided me with some excellent advice on refreshing my CV and recommended some very relevant soft-skills books and online education.
Eldon is very personable and a consummate professional. I would have no hesitation in working with Eldon again in the future and fully recommend him to any prospective employer."

Lauren Ambrozewska
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Eldon’s coaching has profoundly impacted my professional and personal life. His guidance helped me develop power habits that improved productivity, focus, and relationships. These habits have made me more mindful and intentional, creating a balanced and fulfilling life.
His supportive yet challenging approach tailored to my needs inspired me to read impactful books, adopt regular reflection, and set meaningful goals. Eldon’s insights and encouragement have empowered me to grow and thrive. I highly recommend his coaching to anyone seeking transformative change."

Abdul Nsubuga
"The Power Habits coaching series taught me how to be proactive in my approach to challenges, significantly enhancing my professional and personal life. Eldon’s methods, such as the S+R=O equation, enabled me to manage stress effectively, making more deliberate and impactful decisions. These tools have brought lasting improvements to my productivity and career growth."

Penny Djouma
"This coaching course has been invaluable for both my career and personal life. It has reshaped how I approach different situations, improving my confidence and communication skills. Eldon’s tips and insights, including recommended reads like 'Who Moved My Cheese?' have empowered me to adopt positive habits. I highly recommend this transformative experience to anyone seeking growth."

Sanjeeva Wimalasena
"Thank you, Eldon, for your continuous support through your 1-2-1 coaching. Your work has had a profound impact on my team, helping one mentee reflect on his career purpose and start a project to support vulnerable people. Your guidance in our ‘All About Me’ sessions has enriched our team culture and we are excited to continue this journey with you."
Our Mission
At Focused Futures, our mission is to help businesses thrive by delivering tailored IT Recruitment and Life Coaching services. We work closely with HR Directors and CxOs to provide data-driven recruitment solutions and expert guidance, helping businesses hire top talent while reducing costs and time to hire.
We are committed to building long-lasting partnerships by offering innovative hiring strategies and post-placement support, ensuring that new hires succeed in their roles from day one. Through our unique H-I-R-E-S process, we help companies scale effectively, save on recruitment expenses and foster employee growth.

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