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What is Executive Search 2.0? Thanks to Kelli Dragovich and Nolan Church for hosting Nick Cromydas on the HR Heretics podcast to talk through some of the most important discussions happening in the world of executive search right now: 🆕 - Leveraging tech and AI to revolutionize how companies, founders, boards, and investors approach executive search 💵 - Common negotiation points and terms surrounding executive compensation and equity *** Hot take: Did you know 95% or more of CXO searches have some sort of pre -negotiated severance, what do the terms typically look like?*** ✍ - The importance of transparency and feedback in hiring processes Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gCbSr6xC

What is Executive Search 2.0? Thanks to Kelli Dragovich and Nolan Church for hosting Nick Cromydas on the HR Heretics podcast to talk through some of the most important discussions happening in the world of executive search right now: 🆕 - Leveraging tech and AI to revolutionize how companies, founders, boards, and investors approach executive search 💵 - Common negotiation points and terms surrounding executive compensation and equity  *** Hot take: Did you know 95% or more of CXO searches have some sort of pre -negotiated severance, what do the terms typically look like?*** ✍ - The importance of transparency and feedback in hiring processes Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gCbSr6xC

According to our most recent market survey, plans for international/global market expansion was ranked among the top transformation initiatives businesses plan to undergo in the next two years. However, of the companies even with a plan and a solid strategy for global expansion, only 38% feel they have the right talent in place to execute this vision effectively. Transformation on a global scale can be near impossible without the right talent and proper guidance. Our ExpertAccess Program bridges that gap with leading operators ready to advise on the right candidate profiles for growing and scaling your company, introduce you to top talent in their networks, and offer strategic insights for success. 🔔 This week, we are thrilled to announce a significant addition to our ExpertAccess Program, further expanding our ability to support companies specifically poised for international transformation and growth. 🔔 Please welcome our newest Expert, Marie-Michèle Caron, a seasoned Business Development leader with extensive experience in international market expansion and strategic partnerships. Here’s how Marie-Michèle and our team of Experts can help your company achieve its global ambitions: - Marie-Michèle Caron: As President of International Markets at Thryv, Marie-Michèle drove a 120% increase in sales and a 35% boost in profitability across three continents. Her expertise in developing global relationships, managing P&L, and implementing data-driven strategies makes her an invaluable resource for companies looking to expand internationally. Marie-Michèle joins a stellar lineup of leaders in our ExpertAccess Program who are ready to bring their unique skills and experiences to help your company grow and scale globally. She joins the ranks of Experts like: - Godard Abel: He currently leads a global team of over 600 as Co-founder and CEO of G2 and has founded and led other companies like BigMachines to a $50M revenue run rate with a team of 300 spanning multiple countries. - Daniel Folkman: As one of Gopuff's first employees, Folkman helped the company scale to 500 micro-fulfillment centers in more than 1,000 cities across the US and Europe. - Lawrence Waldman: An experienced Customer Success leader, Lawrence has expertise managing large, multinational teams focused on driving sales and retention at companies like Exegy and Morningstar. - Joe Gruca: A 3x CRO/CEO, Joe brings a wealth of experience in sales and business development, having expanded market presence for companies across North America, Europe, and Asia. From establishing global partner programs at Kyriba to growing a 73-person global team to over $140M in new contract sales at Salesforce, Joe understands how to navigate and succeed in global markets. Want to learn more about how Marie-Michèle Caron and our ExpertAccess Program can help your company achieve its international goals? Reach out to learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gGcg3a5a

Companies with internal talent teams do, in fact, work with search partners. But it takes the right search partner to make the partnership worthwhile. Take Hi Marley, for example, the first intelligent conversational platform built for property and casualty insurance and powered by SMS. They’ve flipped the script on traditional insurance communication, transforming it into a seamless conversation directly on your phone. They’re changing the way the world interacts with insurance companies, and to support and accelerate this growth, specifically with a focus on their technology, Hi Marley needed highly specialized, top engineering talent. But competition for engineering roles is fierce, with demand for uniquely qualified talent far outweighing supply. Hi Marley’s TA team encountered this challenge firsthand, realizing it would take more than cold outreach and traditional recruiters’ rolodexes to fill a pipeline of the most qualified talent. Their search required a network-first approach that would allow Hi Marley’s talent acqusition team to reach the right engineering talent with both the technical acumen and strategic leadership needed from day one. It’s been a pleasure working with the Hi Marley team, including their Chief People Officer, Stefanie Bishop, to source and fill critical engineering roles for their team. Learn more about Hi Marley and their metrics for success working with Hunt Club. https://lnkd.in/gxQb4wKa 

Nearly 20 incredible Hunt Club Experts are ready to advise, guide, and offer tactical support for companies looking to hire. This week we’re welcoming two HR/People leaders who not only bring unparalleled industry experience and knowledge to the table, but a deep network with connections to your next potential hire. We’re excited to introduce Nathan Fabian and Melanie Steinbach to our esteemed roster of top operators. Their experience in people leadership and organizational scaling will help provide companies with unmatched support in building dynamic teams and hiring exceptional talent. - Nathan Fabian is a seasoned leader specifically in talent development and organization scaling. With a proven track record at companies like WestCap, Two Sigma, and Uber, Nathan excels in creating high-performing teams and fostering environments that promote growth and success. As the previous Global Head of People Development at Uber, he played a pivotal role in the company’s hyper-growth phase, scaling the team from 1K to 20K. - Melanie Steinbach is the Chief People Officer at the online learning platform MasterClass. Previous roles at Cameo, McDonald's, and Milliken & Company have helped build Melanie’s rich background at the intersection of people, innovation, and strategy, and will be indispensable for companies looking to build strong, driven teams. Check out the full list of Experts: https://lnkd.in/gGcg3a5a

It’s been almost a month since we launched our ExpertAccess Program and we have made some great strides in connecting top Experts with clients seeking in-depth, tactical support on searches. We’ve welcomed more than a dozen incredible Experts like Godard Abel, Jamie Gilpin, and Daniel Folkman (just to name a few) who are ready to bring their vast experience and networks to help you hire top talent. This week, we’re thrilled to continue to expand the program and bring you even more great Experts, growing the number of strong GTM leaders and adding some truly seasoned Product leaders to the mix. Please welcome our newest Experts: David Jesse, Julia Stefani, Joe Gruca, and Lawrence Waldman. These leaders have been instrumental in scaling high-growth companies and building world-class teams. Product Experts: - David Jesse brings over 20 years of product management experience from giants like DoorDash, Fetch, Groupon, and eBay. As a Senior Product Advisor and Coach, David excels in defining what makes a great product leader, leveraging his network for top-tier candidate introductions, and providing strategic advice on building high-performing product teams. - Julia Stefani is a fintech visionary with over 15 years of experience in product management and technical program management. Currently leading the product team at Treasure Financial, Julia's expertise in fintech innovation, user acquisition, and team leadership will help companies develop cutting-edge financial solutions and build strong, inclusive teams. GTM Experts: - Joe Gruca is a seasoned sales leader with over 25 years of experience across enterprise software, IT, and telecommunications companies like Salesforce Hootsuite, and more. Joe's sales strategy and channel management expertise will prove invaluable for companies looking to scale their sales operations and drive revenue growth. - Lawrence Waldman has over 20 years of experience in building and leading Customer Success teams. From Thomson Reuters to Morningstar and Exegy, his insights on customer success hiring strategies and leadership will be crucial for companies aiming to enhance their customer relationships. Want to learn more about these Experts and how they can help you hire and integrate the right talent? Discover more here: https://lnkd.in/eyX_EuTX

Last week marked an exciting expansion of our new ExpertAccess Program, bringing even more leading Hunt Club Experts into your back pocket on a Hunt Club search. 🔔 This week, we're thrilled to introduce three new exceptional leaders from renowned brands to our growing list. 🔔 From being the earliest employees at companies like Gopuff and Instacart to growing and founding robust communities like Serial Marketers, they’ve all been invaluable in scaling incredible companies. Now, in partnership with Hunt Club, they are ready to advise on the right profiles for growing and scaling your company and introduce you to top talent in their networks. Please welcome our newest Experts to our ExpertAccess Program: Daniel Folkman, Scott Holloway, and David Berkowitz. They’re especially experienced at building teams and scaling with early-stage growth companies and fast-moving organizations. 1️⃣ Daniel Folkman has driven significant growth at Gopuff, leading the company’s global business functions and securing major partnerships. Daniel’s ability to identify and integrate top talent has been key to his success and will provide companies with the insights needed to scale their teams effectively. 2️⃣ Scott Holloway has been instrumental in building and scaling high-performing teams at startups like Instacart, Flexport, and Foxtrot. With his extensive experience in launching new markets and managing large teams, Scott knows what it takes to find and nurture the right talent to drive growth and innovation. 3️⃣ David Berkowitz is a connected agency and tech CMO with a focus on content, communications, and community. His deep understanding of how to build and connect talented teams will help companies strengthen their brand and effectively reach their audience. Want to learn more about how these Experts can help you hire and integrate the right talent? Reach out to learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gXzMEW7x

Discover 5 reasons why relationship-driven recruiting is the most effective way to fill important roles while also ensuring a positive candidate experience. [Infographic] https://lnkd.in/gYjcgSen #relationshipsmatter #recruitment

Thanks to all who joined Hunt Club this week at our Investing as an Art Form event with Ann Berry at the very cool New York Vintners basement space. Jenny Hurwitz outlines key takeaways from the evening's discussion.

According to the 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report from Microsoft and LinkedIn, the search for technical AI talent has surged 323% in the past eight years. This goes hand in hand with 66% of leaders saying they wouldn’t hire someone without AI skills today. Despite fears surrounding this new tech, it’s clear AI itself won’t outright replace people. But people who know AI will. The demand for AI talent is skyrocketing, but hiring managers are finding it tough to find top AI leaders and keep up with the growing list of challenges they’re up against:   - Competition’s fierce, with demand for uniquely qualified talent far outweighing supply. - Generalist recruiters don’t know what to look for in this complex field. - Traditional recruiting — still relying on old rolodexes and cold calling — simply can’t deliver the right tech hires. All this in the world of AI that evolves at breakneck speed. Learn more about our specialized recruitment for AI and machine learning or get started: https://lnkd.in/gT2d3_Y6 #AI #recruitment