In just over a decade, Craig Chrest has grown The Top Gun Executive Group into an industry leader in executive recruiting. Widely recognized for his proactive approach and proven marketing methods, Mr. Chrest brings more than 25 years of corporate experience to his role as Principal Executive at The Top Gun Executive Group. Although his clients are familiar with his commitment to producing exceptional results, they may not know that their career coach also volunteers as a youth sports coach and enjoyed a successful college football career.
Mr. Chrest completed his undergraduate education at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications. As a dedicated student-athlete, he split his time between studying and playing for the NAIA Division I Eagles football team, receiving All-Conference and All-American selections as well as an invitation to the 1981 Senior Bowl. Eventually, Craig Chrest pursued a career in the corporate world and advanced quickly to senior roles in sales and marketing. Always dedicated to honing his skills, he completed a short course Master of Business Administration program sponsored by the University of Dallas and received further training in some of the most well-respected selling processes in the industry.
In 1999, Craig Chrest founded The Top Gun Executive Group, drawing on his deep knowledge of sales and communications to establish a successful search service as well as his one-on-one Executive Talent Program. In addition to gaining designation as a Top Echelon Network Preferred Firm, The Top Gun Executive Group has expanded its offerings to include business recruiting, and the firm continues to thrive in the industry. Craig Chrest maintains membership in NAPS, Inc. (the National Association of Personnel Services), and holds the Certified Personnel Consultant credential.
Outside of the office, Mr. Chrest remains active in athletics and volunteers his time as a youth coach for football, soccer, baseball, and basketball.
Mr. Chrest completed his undergraduate education at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications. As a dedicated student-athlete, he split his time between studying and playing for the NAIA Division I Eagles football team, receiving All-Conference and All-American selections as well as an invitation to the 1981 Senior Bowl. Eventually, Craig Chrest pursued a career in the corporate world and advanced quickly to senior roles in sales and marketing. Always dedicated to honing his skills, he completed a short course Master of Business Administration program sponsored by the University of Dallas and received further training in some of the most well-respected selling processes in the industry.
In 1999, Craig Chrest founded The Top Gun Executive Group, drawing on his deep knowledge of sales and communications to establish a successful search service as well as his one-on-one Executive Talent Program. In addition to gaining designation as a Top Echelon Network Preferred Firm, The Top Gun Executive Group has expanded its offerings to include business recruiting, and the firm continues to thrive in the industry. Craig Chrest maintains membership in NAPS, Inc. (the National Association of Personnel Services), and holds the Certified Personnel Consultant credential.
Outside of the office, Mr. Chrest remains active in athletics and volunteers his time as a youth coach for football, soccer, baseball, and basketball.