Cowen Partners Executive Search

The incoming finance chief faces several challenges, including adapting to the fast-paced and innovation-driven world of Silicon Valley, aligning financial strategies with technological advancements, and managing regulatory scrutiny and market expectations, Shawn Cole, president at the executive search firm Cowen Partners, told CFO Dive. “It is unusual to recruit a lifelong Eli Lilly executive for such a significant role in a technology giant like Alphabet,” Cole said in an email. “The industries are vastly different in their operations, culture, and strategic priorities.” https://lnkd.in/gbA5zry3

Why are they heading for the exit? Many baby boomers are simply retiring: 21% of all departures are justified by old age. Furthermore, women leave relatively more frequently than their male counterparts. Of the departing CEOs, 20% were women who didn’t feel supported, saying they suffered from a lack of flexibility and not enough resources. https://lnkd.in/gPMdV2HF

Thomas Paik in Entrepreneur Media Crafting an effective Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy is essential for modern businesses — not just for ethical reasons but also for significant financial benefits. A well-implemented DEI strategy ensures every voice is heard, creating a sense of belonging and trust among employees. This boosts retention rates significantly, as companies committed to inclusivity see retention rates 5.4 times higher than their peers. Moreover, inclusivity is a key factor for job seekers, with 75% considering it crucial when choosing an employer. https://lnkd.in/gpa2qyyb

Historically, the term “headhunter” evoked images of clandestine operations and aggressive talent poaching. However, the modern reality is far more nuanced. Executive recruiters, or third-party recruitment firms, have evolved into sophisticated agencies that align the strategic needs of companies with the aspirations and capabilities of top-tier candidates. This transformation is highlighted in a recent profile by The Economist, titled “Take Me to a Leader,” which delves into the indispensable role these recruiters play in the business ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/gSqr_KtY

Shawn Cole, President Cowen Partners Executive Search is interviewed by NPR on the Boeing #CEO search. Boeing’s CEO Dave Calhoun has resigned and will step down at the end of the year. It comes after a series of mishaps with the aviation company including a door plug blowing off a 737 MAX 9 mid-flight. In today’s episode, we turn to a head-hunter to explore what Boeing might look for in a new CEO. https://lnkd.in/gYnxybq9

Laurent Pierre, Jr.. considers himself a problem-solver by nature. “That’s what I do,” said Pierre, senior vice president of global customer support for NielsenIQ, the Chicago-based consumer intelligence company. “For me, it’s about solving a customer’s problems and turning things around, leading people and more of the technology pieces as well,” he said. “If you look at my career trajectory, the last probably two or three moves that I’ve made post-IBM were because of the work that I did previously. The next employer was looking to take that work and do that work internally.” The Cowen Partners Origin Series profiles executives from across the globe who are changing the face of business. Read along to hear their stories. https://lnkd.in/gFHA4-45

Laurent Pierre, Jr.. considers himself a problem-solver by nature. “That’s what I do,” said Pierre, senior vice president of global customer support for NielsenIQ, the Chicago-based consumer intelligence company. “For me, it’s about solving a customer’s problems and turning things around, leading people and more of the technology pieces as well,” he said. “If you look at my career trajectory, the last probably two or three moves that I’ve made post-IBM were because of the work that I did previously. The next employer was looking to take that work and do that work internally.” The Cowen Partners Origin Series profiles executives from across the globe who are changing the face of business. Read along to hear their stories. https://lnkd.in/gFHA4-45

Cowen Partners Executive Search in the news, Cowen Partners is regularly quoted in Forbes, Fortune, The Wall Street Journal, and more! https://lnkd.in/eHD8HW4j

Cowen Partners Executive Search is proud to be named to the 2024 Private Equity Recruiting Power 100 list by industry journal Hunt Scanlon Media.