In our continuing “TalentRise Talks” employee spotlight series, meet Peter Petrella, President of TalentRise. Peter’s journey from Buffalo sports executive to leading one of the region’s premier retained executive search and coaching firms is a testament to the power of staying true to your roots while building meaningful connections. Learn more about how Peter’s 15-year…

TalentRise has been named to Hunt Scanlon’s Top American Executive Search Firms for 2025. The guide includes the best and most sought after executive search partners, industry trends, and guidance to corporate and organizational talent leaders on which firms to partner with for success. TalentRise has also been named to Hunt Scanlon’s Top American Executive Search…

We are excited to announce that Amy Bunch has joined the TalentRise team as an Executive Coach. With nearly 30 years of experience in organizational leadership and strategic change, Amy brings an impressive track record of supporting leaders through complex transformations across higher education, healthcare, and mission-driven organizations. She brings a unique approach to coaching…

In today’s fast-paced professional landscape, personal development isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity for those who wish to excel. But, not everyone is at the right moment in their journey to benefit fully from coaching. Understanding your readiness for this transformative experience can be the difference between moderate improvement and profound growth.  Why Coaching Readiness…

Companies will rise or fall by hiring the correct executive team to lead them through go-to-market challenges and ever-changing business landscapes. Hiring the right Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) is more critical than ever for businesses to survive and thrive in the uncertainty of today’s economy. Understanding what a CRO does and what interview questions to…

Leading a team is hard, especially in today’s work environments. Employees, managers, and executives feel stressed, and growing distrust within organizations creates tension in departments. The leadership crisis is apparent in the newly released DDI Global Leadership Forecast 2025 report, which highlights the challenges facing organizations with executive burnout and retaining their most valuable leaders.…

In a city experiencing remarkable revitalization, few young professionals embody Buffalo’s bright future quite like Sarah Garcia of TalentRise. This month, Buffalo Business First recognized Garcia’s exceptional contributions to our community by naming her to their prestigious 30 Under 30 list for 2025.  At just 28 years old, Garcia has established herself as a formidable…

At TalentRise, we’re committed to recruiting and developing people-centered leaders who can make a meaningful impact. This mission was powerfully demonstrated when our President, Pete Petrella, participated as a key panelist in the inaugural “Voices of Vision” event, a collaborative initiative between Aleron Group and The Buffalo News focused on cultivating the next generation of…

A Chief Innovation Officer (or CIO) is responsible for leading and overseeing innovation within a company, ensuring that it continually adapts to new challenges, technologies, and market needs. Their primary role is to foster a culture of creativity and change, while developing and implementing competitive and forward-thinking strategies. To ensure you are placing a CIO…