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Every year, we look forward to one special tradition—our annual BrainWorks retreat. ✨ This year’s retreat brought our team and 22 incredible kids to Orlando, where we spent time together at Disney, learned from inspiring leaders, and celebrated the people who make BrainWorks what it is.  One of the things that makes BrainWorks different is that our families are part of the experience. Behind every placement, every client partnership, and every milestone is a support system that helps make it all possible. Taking time to recognize and celebrate them isn’t just a tradition—it's part of who we are.   A huge thank you to Doug Phillip, CEO of Office Pride, and Mark Palterovich, CEO of Fuego Leads, for sharing your insights and challenging us to think bigger. Your keynote sessions made a lasting impact.      As we head into the second half of the year, we’re grateful for the opportunity to reconnect, reflect on how far we’ve come, and remember why we do what we do. Here’s to another year of growing together! 🤝    #BrainWorks #Retreat #Orlando #TeamBuilding #Connection

Many executives think interviews are about having the best answers. In reality, the candidates who stand out are the ones asking the best questions. 🏆 Too many leaders walk in ready to prove themselves—sharing strategies and suggesting changes before they truly understand the organization. The best executives do the opposite: they ask thoughtful questions, listen carefully, and then connect their experience to what the business actually needs. In this clip from the Revive podcast, Andy Miller explains why listening more and talking less is often the key to winning the interview. 🎬 #Podcast #Interview #Executives #Questions #Listen

Average leaders deliver average results.  📉 The wrong hire costs more than the search. Settling for “good enough” in a leadership hire comes at a price because the wrong executive impacts strategy, team performance, growth, and ultimately your bottom line.   And when a hire doesn’t work out, the cost of replacing and rebuilding only grows.   That’s why the best organizations don’t settle. 🤝 #Hiring #Leadership #ExecutiveSearch #Cost #Search

What if your next Head of HR could build the entire people function from scratch? 🤝 This HR leader is exactly that. She specializes in helping early-stage companies build and scale their people function, most recently serving as the sole HR leader for a fast-growing biotech where she established the infrastructure to support rapid growth. A trusted advisor to executive leadership, she earns confidence across every level of the organization through a proactive, hands-on approach and a talent for solving problems before they become roadblocks. She brings the rare ability to think strategically while executing every aspect of HR, making her an invaluable partner for organizations that need someone who can build, lead, and grow alongside the business. If you’re looking for a Head of HR who will make an immediate impact, connect with Cordelia Kane for an introduction. #HeadOfHR #HumanResources #TopTalent #Biotech #StartUp

What’s really driving employees to leave in 2026? 🤔 Retention challenges are evolving and understanding what’s pushing top talent to make a move helps organizations stay ahead. Whether its limited career growth, compensation, leadership, burnout, or flexibility, today’s biggest retention risks often become tomorrow’s hiring priorities.   We’re curious to hear what you’re seeing in the market. Let us know your thoughts in the poll below! 👇 #Retention #Poll #Burnout #Growth #Leadership

Are you a commercial leader who thrives on building strategy, not just closing deals? We're looking for a VP Commercial to help a fast-growing $175M+ commercial services organization unify its go-to-market strategy across multiple business units. This is a newly created executive role for someone who can build scalable sales processes, develop commercial talent, and lead transformational growth—partnering directly with the President and Senior Leadership Team. Find the link to the job posting in the comments section below 👇 #CommercialLeadership #ExecutiveSearch #Hiring #GrowthStrategy #IndustrialLeadership

Please join us in welcoming Matt Telford, Esq. to BrainWorks as our Director of Legal Recruiting! 🎉 Matt brings a unique perspective to legal recruiting, having spent nearly a decade practicing as a litigation attorney at leading firms including Latham & Watkins and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett. Today, he partners with law firms and corporate legal departments to identify exceptional legal talent and help build high-performing teams. His firsthand experience, strategic approach, and commitment to building lasting relationships make him an incredible addition to our team. Welcome to BrainWorks, Matt! We're excited to have you on board. #NewHire #WelcomeToTheTeam #LegalRecruiting #AttorneyRecruiting #ExecutiveSearch

The cost of missing out on a great VP of Marketing may be higher than you think. 💰 As companies compete for leaders who can drive growth, embrace AI, and maximize results with lean teams, compensation packages continue to climb. See what today’s top marketing executives are earning and what’s influencing pay in our latest VP of Marketing Compensation Guide. Link in the comments. 👇 Kelly Maslow #VPOfMarketing #Marketing #VicePresident #Blog #Compensation

What does it take to earn a spot on Forbes’ list of America’s top recruiting firms? 🏆 It’s built through an unwavering commitment to understanding our clients from the inside out, moving with urgency, maintaining transparency, and delivering exceptional leaders who make a lasting impact. Our latest blog takes you behind the Forbes recognition and the standard of excellence that drives every BrainWorks search. Read more at the link in our comments. 👇 #Forbes #AmericasTopExecutiveSearchFirms #ExecutiveSearch #Blog #StandardOfExcellence

Today, we’re celebrating Christine Moore’s 2-year BWversary! 🎉 Over the past two years, Christine has been instrumental in connecting exceptional talent with opportunities across the private equity, private credit, and corporate development space. Her ability to build relationships, understand what clients truly need, and identify top-tier candidates has made a meaningful impact on the organizations and professionals she serves. Thank you, Christine, for your hard work, expertise, and contributions to our team! We’re grateful to have you as part of BrainWorks and look forward to all that’s ahead. ✨ #BWversary #WorkAnniversary #2Years #SeniorSearchConsultant #PrivateEquity