Hillmont Group

Hillmont Group is a specialized executive search firm based in Holmdel that focuses on mid-market firms, particularly those backed by private equity and other growth-oriented organizations. The company is led by Managing Director Brett Buttacavoli, who brings over 17 years of expertise in IT staffing and workforce solutions. Founded in 2021, Hillmont Group combines executive search rigor with deep expertise in emerging technologies, delivering leaders who drive measurable impact for their clients.

Hillmont Group specializes in executive search for mid-market firms, with a particular focus on private equity and growth-oriented organizations. Their collaborative approach aligns with client vision, defines success upfront, and delivers leaders who drive measurable impact. Beyond traditional search services, they offer strategic insights into hiring, roadmap execution, and market trends to help organizations stay ahead of the competition.

The firm has developed a proprietary methodology called 'Hillmont Group Search+', which is a structured, high-touch approach to executive search built to move fast, stay aligned, and deliver exceptional results. This methodology has achieved impressive metrics including a 98% search completion rate, 92% retention at the 2-year mark, and an average of 6 weeks from kick-off to offer-presented.

Hillmont Group has particular expertise in automation team building, with deep knowledge of Intelligent Automation products including UiPath and Automation Anywhere. They have built dozens of teams and placed hundreds of emerging technology and transformation leaders across the United States. The company prides itself on ensuring only qualified professionals move to the interview stage, allowing clients to focus on team fit rather than candidate screening.

Founded by Brett Buttacavoli in 2021, the company builds on his previous success with FortyOak, a trailblazing division specializing in Robotic Process Automation workforce solutions. Hillmont Group's approach emphasizes exceptional service and greater efficiency, with a focus on understanding client needs at the enterprise level and helping them hire with confidence.