Hazeltine Executive Search

Private equity leadership in 2025 demands a diverse skill set beyond financial expertise. Leaders must master digital transformation, navigate global complexities, and balance innovation with financial acumen. Firms reshape recruitment strategies by valuing operational experience, and emphasizing emotional intelligence. Technology literacy and long-term value creation mindsets are now essential for top candidates. PE firms innovate talent acquisition through AI-powered matching, virtual assessments, strategic partnerships, internal development programs, and data-driven decision-making. https://lnkd.in/gcE2xpEG

⏱️ Hiring Speed vs. Hiring Right: Finding the Balance in PE In private equity, speed matters. But when it comes to executive hiring, urgency without clarity is a recipe for churn. We’ve seen portfolio companies make the mistake of rushing a placement—only to spend 6 months backfilling that same role. Here’s the truth: ✅ A fast hire isn't valuable unless it's also the right one ✅ The best executive searches move quickly because they’re well-defined ✅ Taking 2 extra weeks to vet alignment can save 2 years of backtracking Speed is a strength. But alignment is the advantage. If you’re balancing the clock with quality, we’re here to help. . . . #PrivateEquity #HiringStrategy #PortfolioLeadership #ExecutiveSearch #HazeltineSearch

🌸 Wishing You a Joyful Easter from All of Us at Hazeltine Executive Search 🌸 As spring unfolds, we’re reminded that growth takes many forms—from the seeds planted in a portfolio company’s leadership team to the personal milestones that shape each of our careers. This Easter, we’re celebrating new beginnings, renewed purpose, and the leaders who help organizations blossom through every season of change. To our clients, candidates, and community—thank you for the trust, partnership, and continued collaboration. We hope your weekend is filled with peace, gratitude, and moments of reflection (and maybe a little chocolate too). 🐣 Happy Easter from the Hazeltine team! #Easter #Leadership #NewBeginnings #ExecutiveSearch #PrivateEquity #HazeltineSearch #Gratitude #SpringRenewal

🚨 Now Live: This Week’s Spotlight – 20 Executives You Need to Know 🚨 This week, we're highlighting a dynamic group of finance, accounting, audit, and operations leaders who bring deep experience across public companies, PE-backed platforms, high-growth businesses, and global organizations. 📊 From CFOs and capital markets experts to audit directors, controllers, and transformation leaders, these executives are ready to step in and drive results in fast-moving environments. Highlights include: ✅ Leaders with IPO, M&A, and fund-level reporting experience ✅ Big 4-trained professionals with SEC, SOX, and ASC expertise ✅ Strategic CFOs with multiple exits and PE-backed scale experience ✅ Marketing, operations, and supply chain executives with global reach Each candidate is available on a confidential basis and brings a track record of value creation across sectors including real estate, SaaS, manufacturing, energy, and financial services. 📩 Interested in a confidential introduction? Reach out to learn more. #ExecutiveSearch #TalentSpotlight #PrivateEquity #Leadership #CFO #Audit #Accounting #Transformation #HazeltineSearch #BoardReady #IPO #MergersAndAcquisitions

Economic uncertainty poses challenges for businesses across sectors. Building resilience is crucial for weathering economic storms and emerging stronger. Here, we outline strategies for financial resilience, including diversifying revenue streams, building cash reserves, and implementing smart cost management. It also emphasizes operational agility through streamlined processes, technology adoption, and robust contingency planning. Developing a multi-skilled workforce and fostering a culture of adaptability are key to navigating uncertain times successfully. https://lnkd.in/gGBH9jbk

📊 POLL: What’s the hardest executive role to get right in a PE-backed company? From our vantage point, every leadership role comes with unique risks in a high-stakes PE environment—but some are more make-or-break than others. We’re curious what you think 👇 🗳️ Vote and let us know—what makes that role tough to fill? #ExecutiveSearch #PrivateEquity #TalentStrategy #LeadershipHiring #HazeltineSearch

🚨 This Week’s Talent Spotlight: 16 Executives You’ll Want to Know 🚨 This week's spotlight features a powerful lineup of leaders across finance, operations, and strategy—each with a track record of delivering measurable impact across private equity, public, and growth-stage companies. Highlights include: ✅ Multilingual global finance executive with transformation depth ✅ Board-ready CFO with Big 4 roots and governance expertise ✅ Real estate finance leader with PE-backed experience ✅ SaaS CMO, telecom operator, and a supply chain executive with global reach ✅ Multiple CFOs with successful exits, M&A, and fund-level exposure These leaders are ready to step in, level up, and drive value from day one. 📩 Interested in learning more? Reach out for confidential details. #ExecutiveSearch #PrivateEquity #CFO #CMO #FinanceLeadership #Audit #Transformation #HazeltineSearch #TalentSpotlight

Leadership styles can impact the trajectory of an entire organization. Finding the right leader that can adapt their style to the needs of the business and the team will deliver 10/10 times. Here we discuss the impact of leadership styles and the different opportunities to implement them. https://lnkd.in/g7eZET3P

🧠 Why Every Portfolio Company Needs an Operator Who Can Scale In a PE-backed environment, time is money—and talent is leverage. The executives who thrive aren’t just visionaries. They’re operators who know how to turn strategy into systems, people into performance, and chaos into cadence. We’ve seen firsthand how the right COO, President, or GM can unlock growth, stabilize post-close disruption, and turn a fragmented org into a well-oiled machine. Don’t underestimate the value of operational depth at the leadership table. 🚀 If your portfolio company is growing fast or needs a reset, we should talk. #PrivateEquity #Leadership #PortfolioCompanies #Operations #ExecutiveSearch #HazeltineSearch

🚨 Now Live: Executives Ready to Drive Impact 🚨 From private equity-backed CFOs and board-ready finance leaders to technical accountants, marketers, and operations executives, this week’s spotlight features highly accomplished professionals across industries and functions. These candidates bring expertise in: ✅ Multi-site portfolio leadership & roll-ups ✅ Financial reporting, M&A, and audit ✅ Real estate finance & capital planning ✅ Global operations & supply chain optimization ✅ SaaS marketing, energy sector finance, and more Whether you're scaling a high-growth platform or optimizing leadership post-close, these leaders are ready to make an immediate impact. 📩 Want to learn more about one of the executives featured? Let’s connect—confidentially, of course. #ExecutiveSearch #PrivateEquity #Leadership #Finance #Operations #TechnicalAccounting #CFO #HazeltineSearch #TalentSpotlight