M&A Executive Search

M&A Executive Search is a Minneapolis-based retained executive search firm that specializes in finding the right leadership talent vital to long-term success. Named a Top 100 Executive Recruiting Firm by Forbes, they conduct local, national, and international searches from director to C-suite levels. The firm is known for their unique Profitable Search Process that goes beyond surface qualifications to consider leadership style, culture fit, and other intangible factors.

M&A Executive Search is considered the preeminent retained executive search firm serving several top industries with a focus on finding executive talent that aligns with company culture and values. Their award-winning services provide nationally diverse industries with customized executive search solutions, consulting, executive roundtables, and industry-related workshops. The firm's unique Profitable Search Process goes beyond surface qualifications, taking into consideration leadership style, culture fit, goal matching, and other intangible factors that contribute to executive success.

What sets M&A apart is their comprehensive approach to cultural assessment. They offer a detailed culture survey to ensure candidates are not only qualified for the role but also possess a cultural profile that fits the client's specific situation. This emphasis on culture matching has resulted in an impressive 95% success rate, which is 28% higher than the industry average. Each confidential executive search is handled by a senior partner with extensive experience in the client's industry.

The firm specializes in serving three key market segments: privately owned companies, private equity firms, and early-stage organizations. For privately owned companies, they understand the importance of values alignment and finding leaders who can wear multiple hats. For private equity clients, they focus on finding executives who understand both company needs and EBITDA creation while managing accountability to both company staff and board members.

M&A also provides interim executive and expert consultant services, helping clients fill critical roles quickly with highly experienced professionals. This flexible approach allows organizations to access the knowledge and expertise they need in a cost-effective and timely manner, providing 'omni-access' to experienced professionals in a customized way that fits each client's specific expertise requirements.