Executive Search

TalentRise President Pete Petrella recently appeared on Hunt Scanlon’s Talent Talks podcast to discuss the rapidly changing landscape of executive search and leadership development. Here are the key insights from that conversation. The executive search industry has undergone remarkable transformation in recent years, with artificial intelligence reshaping how firms source, assess, and place top talent.…

Selecting the right Chief Engineering Officer (ChENG) is a pivotal decision that can significantly impact your organization’s operational excellence, safety standards, and competitive advantage. Chief Engineers are responsible for overseeing engineering teams and ensuring the successful execution of technical projects, providing leadership, setting technical direction, and ensuring that engineering solutions align with organizational goals.  This…

The Vice President (VP) of Sales is undeniably essential to a company’s success. They must constantly stay informed and current regarding the industry and market the organization is selling in and its target audience. The VP of Sales oversees an organization’s top-line revenue, including maintaining a sales team to ensure the company achieves its sales…

A CEO, or Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for managing the overall business strategy, operations, and resources of an organization, which includes making high-stake decisions on business operations, investments, and resource allocation while steering the company’s long-term vision and success. With so much to consider, it’s important to ask your CEO candidates the right questions. …

A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for managing a company’s financial activities and information, which includes financial planning and strategy, risk management, budgeting and forecasting, capital management, investor relations and financial reporting. This makes them critical to a company’s financial health, strategic direction, and overall success. When interviewing candidates for a CFO position, taking…

Nonprofits serve an important role in our communities and finding the right person to lead them can present a unique set of challenges. Today, we’re sharing some of the biggest pain points in nonprofit executive search and tips on how you can solve them.  Related: Why Do Companies Use Executive Search Firms?  Limited Budget: Nonprofits…

What is a Chief Growth Officer?  Over the past decade, the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) title has risen in popularity. Typically reporting to the CEO, this individual is responsible for managing growth within the organization in terms of revenue, new products or services, and partnerships.  Questions to Ask During an Interview  For companies hiring a…

Across all industries, organizations devote an abundance of time and resources to position their brand in the right light. These efforts can take many forms, from advertising campaigns and PR to internal communications and charitable giving.  While brand reputation often falls under the purview of the marketing and communications department, human resources and talent acquisition…

Nonprofits and the executives who lead them are a critical part of our communities, providing essential services and support to individuals and groups that may otherwise go overlooked.  When selecting a nonprofit executive, boards and search committees should seek candidates who possess a combination of leadership qualities, strategic thinking skills, passion for the organization’s mission,…