Redefining the Big Firm Norm™
We reject the cookie-cutter and volume-incentivized approach of big firms. We deliver tailored, high-impact placements partnering with C-Suite executives and their 1 and 2-down directs. Our boutique focus and credible expertise as former global execs ensures personal partnership and precision, not layers of staff and partners who vanish after they ink a deal. With a 96% client return rate, we’re relied on to solve your toughest leadership challenges.
Uniquely Committed to You
Our commitments with every search:
- High-Touch Impact: Ex-CIOs lead every search, representing your brand.
- Tailored Engagements: Custom searches align with your goals, challenges, and culture.
- Fair Pricing: Transparent fees, no minimums, redefining efficiency.
- Free CIO Insights: Our global tech expertise is included at no cost.
- 90-Day Coaching: Free coaching for VP+ hires ensures integration.
Engagement Models
Retained Search
Pipeline Development
Contingent Search
For mission-critical C-level and executive leadership roles.
Our retained search model ensures a highly-tailored approach for your most important leadership positions.
Investment: Fixed placement fee with initial retainer
Contingent Search
Pipeline Development
Contingent Search
Risk-free approach for professional mid-to-senior level talent.
Our exclusive contingent search model offers focused commitment without upfront investment.
Investment: Percentage fee payable upon placement
Pipeline Development
Pipeline Development
Pipeline Development
Delivery of candidate pipelines for current or future needs.
Our pipeline development services help accelerate your current or future hiring for critical mid to senior roles
Investment: Project-based fee
Purple Gold LeaderFit
Our LeaderFit Approach
Unlike rigid frameworks, our ex-CIO/CTO-led LeaderFit assessment tailors a unique persona for each role, ensuring every search is distinct. We use four flexible dimensions to craft key questions and anchor candidate evaluations, delivering leaders who transform.
1. Strategic Leadership
Unify stakeholders around a bold technology and business vision, driving transformative growth and navigating complex change.
2. Problem Solving
Anticipates challenges and delivers innovative solutions that secure a competitive edge and measurable revenue growth.
3. Technical / Skill Excellence
Harnesses technology and product ecosystems to deliver competitive advantage, staying ahead of advancements with deep expertise.
4. Amplifying Culture
Ignites team engagement and followership with a leadership style that elevates your culture and fuels transformation.