Ephram Stephenson

Ephram Stephenson is the Founder and CEO of COLLAR®, a leading recruitment company in Australia, renowned for its innovative approach to talent acquisition and management.

With a rich entrepreneurial background in various industries like mining, oil & gas, finance, insurance, facilities management, engineering, and construction, Ephram has been a driving force behind multiple successful recruitment ventures.

Under Ephram's leadership, COLLAR® has seen remarkable growth, expanding into multiple Australian cities and facilitating over 30,000 placements across diverse sectors.

Ephram's hands-on leadership style and emphasis on client and candidate feedback have distinguished COLLAR® in the recruitment industry.

Ephram has navigated challenges like scaling a startup during the COVID-19 pandemic and has been recognized with prestigious awards like 'Startup Executive of the Year' and 'CEO of the Year'.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Ephram is dedicated to community empowerment, notably through initiatives like Collar Momentum, focusing on creating career pathways for Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

As a thought leader in recruitment, Ephram aims to challenge norms, inspire future leaders, and redefine success to encompass personal growth, happiness, and positive societal contributions.

Ephram Stephenson's holistic view of success underscores his commitment to continuous learning, work-life balance, and utilizing achievements to benefit others, aligning with his fundamental belief in 'Recruiting a better way'.