Don't shoot the messenger, I'm just relaying information I've received from some very senior GA operators concerning the quality of candidates they've come across of late.
One thing that they did say is that out of all the Jet jockey airline pilots swinging for GA portions, the candidates that do stick out are ex cadets.
Even with minimal or even no GA experience it's the ex Cadets that have really shown ability and potential.
Apparently the rigorous selection and training regime cadets are known for gives them an advantage in learning the complexities of complex GA aircraft and they are being head hunted by GA operators looking for reliable, intelligent and enthusiastic operators