Management
Dion DeLoof, CEO
Dion DeLoof co-founded Anteo Group in August of 2002. Dion is responsible for over-all day-to-day responsibilities at Anteo Group. Prior to Anteo Group, Dion completed 10 years with Allegis Group Inc. His tenure with Allegis Group included a six-year term in Europe where he led Allegis’ first integration of an acquisition, as Director of European Operations for Andlock, The Hague, Netherlands; as well as roles including European Division Director, Engineering Services, Allegis Group, London, England and Director of U.K. Operations, IT Services, Allegis Group, London, England. DeLoof earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Hope College.
Pat Baumgartner, Vice President of Business Development
Pat is responsible for setting the overall Business Development direction for Anteo Group. This includes leading the Business Development team and serving as National Account Manager for several key accounts. Baumgartner began his career as a software developer working for Electronic Data Systems (EDS) for six years, including assignments in Chicago, IL and Atlanta, GA. In 1997 Baumgartner transitioned his career from software development to business development, working for technology firms focused on providing software development, warehouse management and web application development services. He has consistently been a top performer since joining Anteo Group in early 2004. Baumgartner earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems from Indiana University.
Mike Smith, Managing Director of Sales Operations UK
Mike Smith is responsible for Anteo Group UK, which comprises Sales Operations, Strategic Planning as well as all UK financial activities. Prior to Anteo Group, Smith was the Divisional Manager for Robert Half Technology, handling operations across the UK. Previously, Smith spent six years with a leading global staffing company, and he was instrumental in building IT staffing operations in the UK. Smith earned a Bachelor’s degree in History from The University of Liverpool in England.
Jessica Beeland, Director of Finance
Jessica Beeland is responsible for the financial activities for Anteo Group LLC, Anteo Executive Search and Anteo Group United Kingdom. This includes forecasting, budgeting and analysis. Prior to Anteo Group, Beeland held various positions in Finance and Operations in the Real Estate, Franchising and Telecom industries. Previously, Beeland was the Assistant Controller to the franchisee of one of the largest fast food retail chains in the U.S. and was a key contributor to establishing operational and financial policies and procedures. Beeland earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia Southern University.
Jim Montembeau, Managing Partner – AES
Jim Montembeau specializes in information technology, energy/smart grid, engineering, and related disciplines. His deep understanding in these areas provide him with the ability to extract pertinent, empirical client and candidate information regarding all facets of executive searches. Jim is a frequent guest speaker at the University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, Emory University, and other organizations on topics related to Executive Coaching, Corporate Strategy, and Emerging Trends. Montembeau received a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at the University of Maine in 1988, with a minor in Business Administration. In 2006, he earned an MBA from the Terry School of Business at the University of Georgia, with an emphasis in domestic and international corporate leadership. That same year, he completed an international residency in Shanghai and Beijing, China.


