Business Details
7 Years
experience
Trusted Executive Search Services in Raleigh, NC
We are a retained executive search firm dedicated to delivering exceptional, personalized services to clients across global industries. Founded on core values of Performance, Professionalism, and Integrity, we specialize in placing top-tier leadership talent in C-level, VP, and Director roles. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team has successfully completed more than 500 executive search engagements across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Our expertise spans financial services, banking, mortgage banking, technology, and business services, supported by a robust network of candidates and AI-driven matching technology. We prioritize deep client relationships, ensuring fast turnaround times and a 100% completion rate.Our regional generalist practice covers diverse industries and nonprofits, while our global reach extends to technology and business services. We pride ourselves on becoming trusted advisors to clients and credible partners to candidates, leveraging our leadership experience to deliver strategic insights. Our limited-search model allows focused attention on each assignment, ensuring we attract high-caliber candidates who align with organizational goals. Recognized as the best executive search firm in the country by industry peers, we remain committed to excellence in leadership team building.
Services
Executive Search
Retained Search
Global Executive Search
Regional Generalist Practice
Leadership Team Building
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined executive search experience
- Our global reach spans 5 continents with regional expertise
- We maintain a 100% completion rate with no change orders
- Our AI-driven matching identifies ideal candidates quickly
- We provide dedicated search focus through limited assignments
Services
Executive Search
We specialize in identifying and placing senior-level executives for financial institutions, technology firms, and business service providers. Our process combines AI-driven candidate matching with decades of industry relationships to secure leaders who align with organizational strategy. Clients benefit from our 100% completion rate and 12-month guarantee on all placements.
Retained Search
Our retained search model ensures dedicated focus on critical leadership roles. We act as an extension of client management teams, maintaining confidentiality and strategic alignment throughout the hiring process. This approach delivers higher-caliber candidates through exclusive access to our global network and proprietary matching technology.
Global Executive Search
We provide cross-border executive placement services for technology and business service firms. Our team's international experience spans North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, enabling effective cultural and market-specific candidate evaluation. Clients gain access to pre-vetted leadership talent through our extensive database.
Regional Generalist Practice
Our Southeastern regional practice serves diverse industries and nonprofits through tailored leadership solutions. We combine local market knowledge with global best practices to identify executives who drive organizational growth. This hybrid approach ensures cultural fit while maintaining high performance standards.
Leadership Team Building
We create cohesive leadership teams through strategic talent mapping and succession planning. Our process evaluates both individual capabilities and team dynamics to ensure complementary skill sets. Clients receive ongoing advisory support to maintain organizational alignment and long-term leadership effectiveness.
People
Paul Conway
CEO
Paul Conway leads national Financial/Mortgage/Real Estate practice with 25+ years of executive search experience. Former banking industry leader who understands organizational leadership challenges firsthand. Specializes in placing C-suite executives across financial sectors.
Bill Goodwin
Strategic Partner
Bill Goodwin directs global Technology and Business Services practice. Leverages 20+ years of retained search expertise to identify innovation leaders. Focuses on scaling technology companies through strategic executive placements that drive market expansion.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on financial services, banking, mortgage banking, technology, and business services sectors, with regional expertise in Southeastern US and global capabilities.
What makes your retained search different?
Our limited-search model allows dedicated focus per assignment, combining AI-driven matching with 50+ years of industry relationships to deliver higher-caliber candidates faster.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, we conduct executive searches across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia with culturally attuned placement strategies.
What positions do you fill?
We specialize in C-level, VP, and Director-level roles, with particular expertise in leadership transitions and strategic growth initiatives.
What guarantees do you offer?
We provide a 12-month guarantee on all placements and maintain a 100% completion rate with no change orders since our founding.
