[By NBC-1TV H. J Yook]Pinstripe & Ochre House, the world’s leading global talent acquisition and management partner, today unveiled its new brand identity and name, Cielo. The rebranding reflects the successful integration of U.S.-based Pinstripe, Inc. and UK-based Ochre House, which joined forces in July 2013, leveraging the combined company's global scale and entrepreneurial agility to deliver transformational talent solutions to its clients worldwide. The announcement also coincides with the launch of the firm’s annual Cielo Talent Activation Index, which demonstrates the increasing importance of developing a sustained people advantage.

“Today‘s announcement represents an important milestone for our company, our customers and our global team as we continue to work as one company to deliver remarkable business outcomes,“ said Sue Marks, CEO of Cielo. ”We recognize that, in today’s business environment, the impact of talent is rising as never before, separating the leaders from the laggards. Spanish for ‘sky,’ Cielo represents ascendance and unlimited opportunity. We know that when an organization has the very best talent, perfectly aligned with its vision, strategy and culture, the sky truly is the limit."

With nearly 1,000 global employees, the Cielo identity reinforces the firm’s culture of service excellence and its commitment to delivering comprehensive, talent solutions that are tailored to meet clients' exact needs and geographic footprint. Through the use of innovative practices, cutting edge technologies and deep industry expertise, Cielo provides clients with a consultative perspective that aims to challenge conventional thinking and deliver better business outcomes.

“Accel-KKR‘s ongoing support of Cielo underscores our belief in the company’s ability to continuously reinvent the global talent acquisition and management industry and position itself as a true market leader,” said Greg Williams, managing director at Accel-KKR, a leading private equity firm. “The seamless integration of Pinstripe and Ochre House, which occurred while simultaneously expanding the firm’s global capabilities and client base, is a testament to Cielo's exceptional leadership team. We look forward to working in partnership with Cielo as it continues to grow by offering innovative solutions to its clients and rewarding careers for its employees."