Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Executive Search Partner in Bethesda, MD
Founded in 1971, Krauthamer & Associates (K&A) has built a global reputation as a retained executive search firm specializing in leadership solutions for complex organizations. Our team leverages a 50-year legacy of delivering C-suite and board-level talent across industries including transportation, private equity, healthcare, technology, and consumer sectors. With a partner-driven approach, we ensure 100% senior-level involvement in every engagement, combining deep industry expertise with an extensive international network.Our strategic advisory services extend beyond recruitment, supporting clients in succession planning, market intelligence, and talent pipeline development. Recognized for long-term partnerships with clients like Airbus, Walker & Dunlop, and Virgo Investment Group, we prioritize understanding organizational culture to identify leaders who drive measurable operational success. Our track record of 5,000+ completed engagements reflects a commitment to quality, integrity, and client-centric outcomes.
Services
Executive Search
Board Services
Leadership Solutions
Advisory Services
Private Equity Recruitment
Healthcare Executive Search
Technology Sector Recruitment
Transportation Industry Recruitment
Professional Services Recruitment
Consumer Sector Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in retained executive search.
- Our team ensures 100% partner involvement in every engagement.
- We specialize in cross-industry leadership placements for complex organizations.
- Our global network spans aviation, healthcare, technology, and private equity sectors.
- We provide strategic advisory services beyond recruitment, including succession planning.
What people say
Deep industry expertise
Long-term partnerships
Successful executive placements
Strategic advisory role
Global network
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search services specialize in identifying C-suite and board-level talent for global clients. We focus on industries like aerospace, healthcare, and technology, ensuring candidates align with organizational culture and strategic goals. With a 50-year track record, we deliver measurable leadership impact through a partner-driven approach.
Board Services
We provide confidential board recruitment solutions for public, private, and family-owned companies. Our process aligns director skills with organizational strategy, leveraging a global network to address succession planning and governance challenges. Clients rely on our expertise to build high-impact leadership teams.
Leadership Solutions
Our leadership solutions include succession planning, market intelligence, and talent pipeline development. We partner with clients to address human capital gaps, ensuring readiness for short- and long-term strategic initiatives. Our focus spans private equity, transportation, and consumer sectors.
Advisory Services
Beyond recruitment, we offer advisory services in due diligence, post-deal intelligence, and organizational restructuring. Our team supports investors and corporations in aligning talent with growth objectives, combining industry insights with a global perspective.
Private Equity Recruitment
We specialize in executive placements for private equity firms and their portfolio companies. Our services include C-suite recruitment, investment professional hiring, and due diligence support. With decades of experience, we help firms maximize value through strategic talent acquisition.
People
Gary Krauthamer
Founder
Gary Krauthamer founded K&A in 1971, leveraging his industry expertise to build a global executive search firm. With a focus on leadership solutions, he established long-term client relationships and a reputation for delivering high-impact talent across sectors.
Todd Dorfman
Managing Partner
Todd Dorfman leads key client engagements, specializing in aerospace and defense recruitment. With decades of experience, he drives strategic partnerships and executive placements, ensuring alignment with client cultures and industry demands.
Abigail Eddy
Partner
Abigail Eddy specializes in healthcare executive recruitment, guiding clients through leadership transitions and succession planning. Her expertise spans hospitals, CROs, and healthcare services, delivering leaders who drive operational excellence.
Neal Lieberman
Partner
Neal Lieberman focuses on technology sector recruitment, connecting clients with leaders in cybersecurity, software, and IT services. His strategic approach ensures placements that align with innovation and growth objectives.
David Mincberg
Partner
David Mincberg specializes in transportation and public sector executive search. With deep industry knowledge, he identifies leaders for transit systems and infrastructure projects, addressing complex governance and operational challenges.
Questions
What industries does Krauthamer & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in aerospace & defense, transportation, private equity, healthcare, technology, professional services, and consumer sectors.
How does K&A ensure a good leadership fit for clients?
We combine deep industry expertise with a partner-driven approach, focusing on organizational culture, strategic goals, and long-term leadership impact.
What sets K&A apart from other executive search firms?
Our 50-year legacy, 100% partner involvement, and global network enable tailored solutions that align with client-specific needs and industry demands.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we serve clients across North America, Europe, and Asia, with a network spanning diverse industries and sectors.
What types of roles do you recruit for?
We focus on C-suite, board-level, and senior leadership roles, as well as strategic advisory and succession planning services.
How do you support private equity firms?
We provide executive recruitment, due diligence, and talent strategy services to help private equity firms and their portfolio companies achieve growth objectives.
