Frey Search

Frey Search is a women-owned, highly consultative search firm based in Trabuco Canyon that provides strategic recruitment solutions with personalized service. Founded by Ann Frey after her successful career managing recruitment and executive searches for leading companies, the firm emphasizes relationship-driven talent acquisition with a focus on execution and partnership.

Frey Search operates as a boutique executive search firm that specializes in delivering strategic recruitment solutions through a highly personalized approach. The company prides itself on being relationship-driven, focusing on building strong partnerships with clients to understand their unique needs and deliver exceptional results.

The firm employs a comprehensive four-stage recruitment methodology that ensures thorough project clarification, data gathering, and client buy-in. This approach includes intake and search strategy development, sourcing and candidate screening, interview coordination, and offer negotiation with reference checks. This systematic process allows Frey Search to maintain high standards of quality and consistency across all engagements.

Led by founder Ann Frey, who brings over 20 years of executive search experience including 15 years with Korn/Ferry, the company has built a reputation for handling difficult and challenging searches that require quick results. The team includes talent acquisition specialist Susan McElroy, and together they provide clients with deep expertise in identifying and presenting top-tier talent.

Frey Search distinguishes itself through its tenacious approach to recruitment, resourcefulness in identifying key targets, and ability to zero in on specific search requirements. The firm is particularly known for its high sense of urgency, professionalism, and trustworthy approach to executive search engagements.