Executive Search

For more than 25 years our firm has remained a national executive search leader in the field of higher education, research, and academic medicine. Each year we successfully conduct numerous search assignments on behalf of the foremost research and comprehensive universities, medical schools, academic medical centers, research institutes, children's hospitals, and federally funded and national laboratories.

Retained Executive Search

• Identifying and recruiting top-tier candidates for senior leadership roles, including presidents, provosts, deans, and other key positions.
• Leveraging a global network to access diverse, highly qualified talent.
• Conducting targeted outreach to engage candidates with the skills and vision to meet institutional needs.

Candidate Assessment and Selection:

• Utilizing robust assessment tools to evaluate candidates' leadership capabilities, cultural fit, and potential for impact.
• Facilitating comprehensive interviews and feedback sessions with stakeholders.
• Presenting a shortlist of high-caliber candidates aligned with the institution's goals.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Focus:

• Prioritizing DEI in every stage of the search process.
• Expanding candidate pools to include underrepresented groups and diverse perspectives.
• Supporting institutions in building inclusive leadership teams.

Leadership Transition Support:

• Assisting with onboarding and integration of new leaders to ensure seamless transitions.
• Providing executive coaching for newly appointed leaders to accelerate their impact.
• Facilitating alignment between new leaders and institutional stakeholders.

Market Insights and Strategic Advising:

• Offering data-driven insights on market trends and emerging leadership needs in higher education, research, and academic medicine.
• Advising on strategic workforce planning to address current and future challenges.
• Supporting institutions in creating competitive and compelling leadership opportunities.

Our Customized Approach For Each Project

• Tailored Strategies: Customizing our search processes to reflect each institution's mission, values, and strategic priorities.
• Rigorous Methodology: Applying proven executive search techniques and assessment frameworks to ensure successful outcomes.
• Collaborative Partnership: Engaging closely with institutional leaders and stakeholders throughout the recruitment journey.

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