Verified Impersonation Scam targeting Top Class Talent Group Users

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From: Gage Gilliam <gagegilliam8090@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jun 29, 2026 at 9:31 AM
Subject: Marketing Strategy Leadership in Digital and Growth Ecosystems
To: <[REDACTED]>


Hello [REDACTED],

I hope you're doing well. My name is Steve Ballmer, and I work with Top
Class Talent Group, where we partner with leading organizations on
confidential executive searches. I’m currently recruiting for a Chief
Marketing Officer role with a global digital growth organization focused on
scaling modern marketing, media, and advisory capabilities.

Your experience immediately stood out, particularly your work as Marketing
Consultant at [REDACTED], alongside your advisory role at [REDACTED] and your position as Executive in Residence at [REDACTED]. Your career reflects a strong blend of marketing campaign
leadership, email and event marketing expertise, and advisory work across
the digital ecosystem. The opportunity represents a broader executive
leadership mandate with global scope, with a base salary of £580,000 to
£840,000 plus bonus and long-term incentives.

If this opportunity could be of interest, I would be happy to share the
full job description and additional details for your consideration. If the
timing isn’t right, I completely understand and appreciate your time. I
look forward to hearing from you.