Executive Search

Leadership Aligned with the Company’s Phase

When

When the next phase requires strengthened or renewed leadership. Growth. Succession. Scaling. Transformation.

For whom

Entrepreneurs, investors and family-owned businesses with enterprise values of €10–250 million.

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Marc Derks
Partner

We select leaders who

  • Set direction and take full accountability
  • Demonstrate sound judgement in complex shareholder environments
  • Turn strategy into disciplined execution
  • Fit the ownership structure, culture and stage of the business
Always bespoke

Approach

1 week

1. Strategic Context

Assessment of the company’s position, ambition and shareholder agenda.

1 week

2. Mandate Definition

Clear articulation of responsibilities, priorities and decision rights. What must this role deliver in the first phase?

1-4 weeks

3. Targeted Search

Identification and discreet approach of candidates with proven experience in comparable transitions and stakeholder environments.

1-2 weeks

4. Assessment

Personal, in-depth interviews focused on leadership behaviour, decision-making under pressure, cultural alignment and execution capability.

Starting from the shortlist stage

5. Introduction & Onboarding

Structured interview rounds and careful alignment of expectations. After appointment, guidance from the outset to ensure clarity, stability and effective collaboration.

The result

Leadership that fits the strategic context and stage of the business.