Spectrum Recruiting Solutions Acquired by Waterstone Human Capital — Business Services M&A

Waterstone Human Capital, a culture-driven executive search and leadership advisory firm, has acquired Spectrum Recruiting Solutions, a professional recruiting business focused on manufacturing and engineering roles. The transaction is structured as an add-on acquisition and was announced in January 2026; the deal value was not disclosed. Spectrum Recruiting Solutions is based in Utah, and its leadership will continue under the acquisition as part of Waterstone’s broader platform expansion.

The acquisition strengthens Waterstone’s presence in North America’s business services and staffing recruiting markets, particularly in talent solutions for high-growth engineering and manufacturing organizations. Spectrum’s industry specialization in engineering and manufacturing recruiting aligns with Waterstone’s emphasis on culture-centric hiring and leadership advisory services, targeting clients seeking both functional fit and values-based alignment in leadership and technical roles.

While specific financial terms were not provided, the announcement highlights the integration of Spectrum’s team under the leadership of Spectrum founder and CEO Tina Hazlett. Waterstone’s founder and CEO Marty Parker and president and managing director Emily Rushton framed the deal as a values and culture alignment, with an expectation to leverage Spectrum’s Utah base to support growth across the region.