Heidrick & Struggles Launches Global Government & Defense Technology Practice to Innovate Tech Solutions

Heidrick & Struggles Unveils New Global Government & Defense Technology Practice

On April 30th, 2025, Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII), a leading provider of global leadership and talent solutions, officially launched its Government & Defense Technology practice. This new initiative aligns with the growing demand for innovative technological solutions within government operations worldwide.

With government spending accounting for around 10% of global technology expenses, the necessity for cutting-edge solutions in this sector has never been clearer. Heidrick & Struggles recognizes the potential for disruption through technology, aiming to support government agencies as they navigate their significant challenges and opportunities, such as addressing technical debt and pursuing digital transformation.

Jason Schmucker, a partner at Heidrick & Struggles and head of the new practice, highlighted the importance of technological advancements: "As technology becomes integral to government operations and society at large, it’s crucial that tech solution providers have the right talent in place. This enables governments to tackle their greatest challenges and seize opportunities effectively."

The formation of the Government & Defense Technology practice builds upon Heidrick & Struggles' extensive experience, having completed over 200 assignments in this sector. The firm aims to guide clients that provide tech solutions to governments on various levels—national, state, and local—ensuring that capable leaders are implemented in these vital organizations.

Heidrick & Struggles brings together over 30 seasoned partners from diverse fields including technology, IT services, aerospace, defense, energy, private equity, and venture capital from markets across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. This broad expertise positions the firm to assist clients in enhancing operational efficiency and achieving sustainable growth in a rapidly changing environment.

As government clients increasingly depend on tech providers for a broad range of capabilities—ranging from cloud infrastructure to AI and robotics—Heidrick & Struggles is equipped to help its clients leverage these technologies most effectively. Sam Burman, an associate general manager for disruptive technologies at Heidrick & Struggles, noted, "Our ever-evolving geopolitical and technological landscape, coupled with changing workforce dynamics, demands agile leadership and workforce ecosystems, especially in a traditionally insular sector."

The new practice is not just about technology but emphasizes building a resilient leadership framework capable of driving changes needed for modern governance. Heidrick & Struggles' extensive experience with existing clients, combined with its capability to facilitate the development of new leaders, prepares government agencies to navigate periods of significant change.

Heidrick & Struggles, recognized as a premier global executive leadership advisor, has been instrumental in enhancing client performance through exceptional leadership consulting services for over 70 years. As the company continues to evolve and expand its offerings, its Government & Defense Technology practice represents a strategic initiative to capitalize on emerging opportunities within the tech landscape for public services.

For more information about the Government & Defense Technology practice and its capabilities, visit Heidrick & Struggles. The firm looks forward to supporting government entities as they embrace innovation and address the increasingly complex challenges before them.