FINNESSE PARTNERS

Business: Boutique search and consulting firm specializes in recruiting candidates for marketing and other positions in medical device companies in the Twin Cities and nationally.

Founded: 2012

Headquarters: Minnetonka

Website: www.finnessepartners.com

Employees: Four, plus three contractors

Executives: Janie Finn, president; Kris Janey, vice president of recruitment strategies; Nicole Weleczki, director of sourcing; Julie Strantz, director of business operations. 2012 revenue: $1 million projected

Strategy: Build recognition of Finnesse Partners brand; drive growth through referrals, repeat business and recruiting.