COO Executive Search Firms

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The Big Search

thebigsearch.com

Technology-focused executive search firm specializing in connecting tech founders with top-tier talent across Europe. Founded in 2014 in Amsterdam, they focus on Go-To-Market, People, Finance, Operations, CEO, and Board positions for innovative tech companies.

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Allen Austin

allenaustin.com

Retained executive search firm assisting companies in engineering, procurement, and construction sectors to find executive-level talent.

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Avery Point Group

averypointgroup.com

Specializes in manufacturing and operations recruitment. Focus on identifying top-tier transformation leaders for executive roles.

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BiotechExec

biotechexec.com

Network of over 450 biotech and medtech executives. Provides strategic business solutions to bring life-changing products to market.

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Blue Signal

bluesignal.com

Recruitment services for battery and EV industries. Places CTO, Battery Engineer, VP of Battery Operations roles.

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Blue Signal Search

bluesignal.com

Connects government agencies with highly qualified professionals for CEO, CFO, and Public Administration Manager roles.

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CEO Search Partners

ceosearchpartners.com

Specializes in food and food-related industries including CPG and retail. Extensive experience placing top-level executives.

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Charity Search Group

charitysearchgroup.com

Named one of America's Top 250 Executive Search Firms by Hunt Scanlon. Focuses exclusively on nonprofits.

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Cowen Partners

cowenpartners.com

Founded in 2015, specializes in C-suite and senior executives. Recognized by Forbes and Hunt Scanlon. Focus on diversity and inclusion.

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CPG Connect

cpgrecruitment.com

Focused entirely on Consumer Goods industry. Network of 120,000+ professionals across North America. All disciplines and levels.

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ECA Partners

eca-partners.com

Recognized for efficiency in CFO placements. Offers both permanent and interim executive search services. High success rate.

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Egon Zehnder

egonzehnder.com

Leading global executive search and leadership advisory firm.

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EVRecruitment

evrecruitment.com

Focus on electric vehicle sector. Recruitment for lithium-ion integrated battery solutions, EV fintech, battery storage manufacturers.

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Fidler and Associates

fidlerandassociates.com

Premier executive search firm in DSO industry. Partners with emerging groups and large, PE-backed organizations. Unmatched reputation.

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Gill-Mac Partners

gill-macpartners.com

Specializing exclusively in real estate executive search. Operates across major U.S. markets including LA, Atlanta, Houston, Chicago, D.C., and Nashville.

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Global Talent Solutions

gtsrecruiters.com

25+ years experience in executive search for agriculture, biotech, and renewables. 98% search completion rate and 96% candidate retention.

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Hedlin Ag Enterprises

hedlinag.com

Since 1975, providing retained executive search for agribusinesses, cooperatives, and associations. Thorough and time-tested process.

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Holden Richardson

holdenrichardson.com

Focus on senior management roles in diversified industrial, automotive, energy, and software. 50+ years combined experience.

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Insight Technology Search

intechsearch.com

Helps semiconductor companies secure engineering-savvy, commercially driven leaders. Deep industry insight and high success rate.

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InterimExecs

interimexecs.com

Focus on providing interim executive services. Connects companies with experienced leaders for temporary CEO and CFO roles.

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Jack Hammer Executive Search

jhammerglobal.com

Recognized in 2022 as Top 5 executive search firm in EdTech recruiting. Built leadership teams for global EdTech and e-learning companies.

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Jackson Executive Search

jacksonai.com

Focus on Southeast region and nationwide. Matches top-level candidates with premier manufacturers.

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JB Search Partners

jbsearchpartners.com

Top e-commerce recruiter specializing in digital marketing, merchandising, operations. Offers tailored e-commerce talent acquisition strategies.

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JM Search

jmsearch.com

Named a Top 40 Healthcare & Life Sciences Search Firm by Hunt Scanlon Media, with 75% year-over-year revenue growth in 2023.

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JWB Hospitality

jwbhospitality.com

Bespoke recruitment for luxury hospitality. Partners with restaurants, boutique hotels, resorts, and private clubs across the U.S.

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Keller Executive Search

kellerexecutivesearch.com

Leading executive search firm specializing in various industries and C-suite placements.

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Kincannon & Reed

krsearch.com

Global executive search and leadership development exclusively for food and agriculture industries. Unmatched network.

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Kingsley Gate Partners

kingsleygate.com

Executive search firm focused on industrial, manufacturing, and supply chain leadership.

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Lucent Search

lucent-search.com

Focus on intersection of health, performance, and AI. Assists medtech companies in hiring leaders for regulated health environments.

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Martyn Bassett Associates

mbassett.com

Executive recruitment for product and product design roles. Over 250 successful searches in this domain.

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NRH Search

nrhsearch.com

30+ years experience in hospitality and restaurant industries. Focus on C-Level, VP, Director, and senior leadership roles.

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Preng & Associates

preng.com

43+ years experience, 4,000+ engagements across 92 countries. Focus on oil & gas, renewables, power & utilities, and energy transition.

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Robins Consulting

robinsconsulting.com

33+ years experience exclusively in transportation, logistics, and supply chain. Partners with Fortune 500 companies and carriers.

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Russell Reynolds Associates

russellreynolds.com

Global leadership advisory and search firm focused on helping clients build great teams.

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Russell Reynolds Associates

russellreynolds.com

Global presence, excels in identifying and developing exceptional HR leadership talent. Focus on aligning talent with business objectives.

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Shanley Search Partners

shanleysearch.com

Committed to connecting exceptional talent with credit union clients. Focus on leadership positions aligned with values and operational goals.

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Stanton Chase

stantonchase.com

Established in 1990. 76 offices in 45 countries. Executive search and leadership advisory across technology, healthcare, finance, consumer goods.

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Summit Search Consultants

summitsearchconsultants.com

Specializes in executive search for complex, regulated, and innovation-driven industries. Tailored recruitment solutions.

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Sustainable Means

sustainablemeans.com

Specialist executive search firm 100% focused on sustainable investment, net zero, climate, and new economy searches.

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Talbott Talent

talbotttalent.com

Exclusively serves nonprofits. Provides proactive recruitment and long-term commitment including onboarding and ongoing coaching.

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Talent One

thetalentone.com

Specializes in venture capital executive recruiting. Partners with VC firms and portfolio companies to place executives across leadership functions.

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Taylor Transportation Search Group

ttsgsearch.com

Focuses on logistics executive search. Connects companies with experienced professionals in the logistics industry.

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TDS Global Solutions

tdsgs.com

30+ years experience in human resources executive recruitment services. Identifies senior-level HR leaders to enhance leadership teams.

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TGC Search

tgcsearch.com

Specialized Chief Marketing Officer recruitment strategies. Focuses on identifying and securing top-tier marketing leadership.

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The Caldwell Partners

caldwell.com

Executive search firm with strong presence in Dallas and across North America.

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The Energists

energists.com

Established in 1979, operate exclusively in energy industry. Team comprises former energy industry executives and technical experts.

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The Renaissance Network

ren-network.com

Forbes #1 recruiter exclusively focused on Education and Technology for 5 consecutive years. Unparalleled access to top-tier EdTech talent.

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Tier One Talent

tieronetalent.com

Known for successful executive searches in the SaaS industry. Experience in confidential CTO placements.

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Torch Group

torchgroup.com

Specializes in operations executive recruiting. Identifies leaders for COO, VP of Operations, Director of Supply Chain roles.

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True Platform

trueplatform.com

HardTech Practice launched in 2025. Focus on semiconductors, compute, communications networks, robotics, drones, VR/XR. 50+ placements, 20+ CEOs.

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Vantedge Search

vantedgesearch.com

Provides executive recruitment in procurement and supply chain. Deep industry knowledge to place CPOs and supply chain transformation leaders.

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Wray Executive Search

wraysearch.com

50+ years experience identifying and recruiting transformative leaders for hospitality sector, including restaurants, hotels, and foodservice providers.

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Y Scouts

yscouts.com

Purpose-driven executive search, ensuring CHRO candidates align deeply with company's mission, vision, values, and culture.

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ZRG Partners

zrgpartners.com

Dedicated Intercollegiate Sports and Athletics division. Over 200 searches completed including Athletic Directors and Head Coaches.