Charles Aris Executive Search

Charles Aris Executive Search is a comprehensive growth partner founded in 1969 that helps organizations meet their most ambitious growth goals through retained executive search, contingent recruiting, and transaction services. Based in Greensboro with over 100 employees working across two offices and 20 states, the firm operates under the mission of "Changing Lives, Transforming Businesses & Enriching Communities."

Charles Aris Executive Search has evolved from its origins as a management recruiting agency founded by Mitch Oakley in 1969 into a multi-faceted growth partner serving organizations nationwide. The firm specializes in three core service areas: executive search for C-suite and senior leadership positions, contingent recruiting for mid- to senior-level talent, and transaction services for proprietary business deals and acquisitions.

The company's approach centers around their comprehensive understanding that talent acquisition goes beyond simple placement. They focus on finding executive-level talent that can make both material and intangible impacts on organizations, dramatically improving business operations and results. Their executive search practice targets mission-critical roles that create rewarding growth opportunities for both candidates and organizations.

Charles Aris operates with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive culture that embraces differences as humanity's greatest strength. The firm believes that diversity makes their organization, clients, and community stronger, and they work to uplift these values throughout every aspect of their operations.

The company's dedication extends beyond business success to community impact. Between 2020 and 2030, Charles Aris has pledged to donate at least $1 million to charitable organizations in both time and money, demonstrating their commitment to enriching the communities they serve. With a team guided by core values of excellence, care, steadiness, creativity, humility, and moxie, they offer flexible work arrangements including in-person, remote, and hybrid options across their multi-state operations.