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BrainWorks Welcomes Mir Ali as Its First VP | Chief Technology Officer

Warren, NJ – November 2, 2026 – BrainWorks, a leading executive search firm connecting organizations with exceptional leadership talent, today announced the appointment of Mir Ali as its first VP | Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The addition of this role marks a significant milestone for the firm, reflecting its continued investment in innovation, technology, and the capabilities needed to support long-term growth.

Ali brings valuable experience within the executive search industry, offering a deep understanding of the space, its challenges, and the evolving needs of firms operating within it. Throughout his career, he has made a meaningful impact across the industry, and BrainWorks is excited to bring his expertise to the organization as it continues to strengthen its technology capabilities and position itself for the future.

The creation of the CTO role represents an important step in BrainWorks’ evolution. As the firm continues to grow, technology will play an important role in supporting its people, strengthening internal processes, and creating greater efficiency across the business. Ali’s appointment establishes dedicated technology leadership to help guide that progress and align technology initiatives with the company’s broader, strategic objectives.

“Bringing Mir on board as our first VP | Chief Technology Officer is an exciting step forward for BrainWorks,” said Andy Miller, Founder & CEO of BrainWorks. “We are intentional about how we grow, and investing in technology leadership is a critical part of that vision. Mir understands our industry, brings valuable experience and perspective, and has already made an impact across the executive search space. We’re excited to have him bring that expertise to BrainWorks as we continue to evolve, strengthen our capabilities, and build for the future.”

In his role as CTO, Ali will help shape BrainWorks’ technology strategy, identify opportunities to enhance the firm’s capabilities, improve how teams work, and build a stronger foundation for continued expansion. His industry experience will be particularly valuable as BrainWorks evaluates new opportunities to leverage technology in ways that support its business, its people, and the clients it serves.

Ali’s arrival underscores BrainWorks’ commitment to evolving alongside the industry and making strategic investments that support its long-term ambitions. With dedicated technology leadership now in place, the firm is taking another important step toward building the infrastructure and expertise to fuel its next chapter of growth.

About BrainWorks

BrainWorks is a Forbes-recognized boutique executive search firm specializing in identifying and recruiting high-impact leaders for organizations ranging from private equity-backed businesses to established companies. BrainWorks partners with clients to deliver the leadership talent needed to accelerate growth and achieve business objectives. For more information, visit www.brainworksinc.com.