ECB STAR Group Welcomes New Leadership
ECB STAR Group, a leading executive search firm that operates under Alvarez & Marsal Inc.'s LSS Strategic Partners, is celebrating significant growth and expansion as it announces the addition of five new senior professionals to its leadership team. This strategic move is a testament to the firm’s commitment to advancing its sector expertise and enhancing the quality of leadership solutions offered to its clients.
Growth of the Firm
Since its recent acquisition and rebranding, the firm has experienced an impressive growth rate of 146%. This expansion has driven ECB STAR to recruit additional talent, with expectations of an anticipated increase in headcount by nearly 200% in the coming months. Tom Wilkinson, CEO of ECB STAR Group, remarked, "We've been fortunate to attract talent that shares our values and our belief in a more connected, strategic approach to executive search." The firm’s proactive recruitment approach showcases its ambition to meet evolving client demands in various sectors, including technology, healthcare, law, commodities, and infrastructure.
Newly Appointed Partners
The five new partners, who are set to play pivotal roles in the firm’s operations, include:
- - Graham Michener: Partner, Head of Financial Services
- - Jamie Page: Partner, Head of Industrial Real Assets
- - Nick Carrad: Partner, specializing in Law Firms
- - Scott Reid: Partner, Head of Commodities
- - Carlos Garcia: Partner, focusing on Supply Chain, Operations, and Procurement
Each partner brings a wealth of experience and deep knowledge in their respective fields, making them invaluable assets as the firm navigates the complexities of leadership selection. Wilkinson added, "These are exceptional professionals who strengthen our capabilities in areas where clients are making critical leadership decisions."
The Executive Search Division
Leading the flagship Executive Search department is
Darin DeWitt, who has recently been appointed as President of Executive Search. DeWitt highlights the critical nature of leadership recruitment, especially at the Board and C-suite levels. He emphasizes that having the right leadership is essential for value creation in organizations.
"Our Executive Search business is seeing tremendous demand, particularly at the Board and C-Suite levels where leadership can make or break value creation," noted DeWitt. This reflects a growing realization within organizations that leadership decisions should align strategically with their overarching goals, thus making ECB STAR a necessary partner in the journey.
Diverse Services Offered
In response to a rapidly changing business landscape and client needs, ECB STAR Group operates through four core business lines:
Executive Search,
Milestone (project-based advisory),
On-Demand (Recruitment Process Outsourcing), and
Pre-Deal services. This diversified approach enables the firm to cater effectively to client demands across various sectors.
With the expansion of its sector coverage and the integration of new talent, ECB STAR Group is strategically positioned to guide clients in making pivotal decisions regarding their leadership. This growth also symbolizes the firm's aim to contribute positively to the evolving needs of businesses in the global market.
About ECB STAR Group
ECB STAR Group is recognized as a premier executive search and talent advisory firm, offering tailored leadership solutions across a multitude of sectors. With a data-driven approach and profound industry insights, the firm partners with clients to construct high-performing teams that foster innovation and sustained success. The group continues to set the standard in executive search by providing unique, impactful leadership solutions tailored to meet the dynamics of today's business environment.
Conclusion
The addition of these five accomplished professionals fortifies ECB STAR Group's position in the global market, enabling it to respond effectively to client needs while sustaining its trajectory of rapid growth. As the firm continues to evolve, its focus remains on delivering exceptional leadership solutions that drive success.