Ascentria Search Partners

About Us

At Ascentria Search Partners, we are more than just recruiters—we are trusted advisors, relationship builders, and strategic partners committed to elevating teams and driving business success.

Born from the merger of TurningPoint Executive Search and Collabrie, Ascentria unites decades of expertise, deep industry relationships, and a high-touch, personalized approach that has long defined both firms. By bringing together our strengths, we are setting a new standard in recruiting and executive search—one that prioritizes long-term partnerships, industry-specific insights, and an unwavering dedication to finding the right professionals and leaders for every organization.

With decades of recruiting experience in the C-Suite, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Human Resources, Accounting, and Finance, we specialize in identifying and securing exceptional talent for growth-focused organizations. We’ve partnered with hundreds of Private Equity-owned, Founder-led, and privately held companies across the U.S., helping them build high-performing teams that fuel success. Every search is tailored to align with your company’s unique vision, culture, and long-term goals.

We partner with decision-makers across Technology, SaaS, Analytics, FinTech, Professional Services, CPG, Media, Manufacturing, Automotive, Life Sciences, Private Equity, Real Estate, and more. Our deep understanding of these industries allows us to strategically align talent with business goals—ensuring long-term success.

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Meet Our Team

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Meet the Ascentria Team.

Your Partners in Leadership, Growth & Success
At Ascentria Search Partners, we go beyond recruitment—we cultivate long-term partnerships that fuel business success. Our team brings decades of expertise in executive search, career coaching, human resources, training, and leadership development, providing a strategic and consultative approach to hiring.

We believe executive search isn’t just about placing candidates—it’s about aligning great leaders with the right opportunities to drive transformation. By deeply understanding the culture, goals, and challenges of each organization, we deliver impactful talent solutions that don’t just fill positions—they shape the future.

Our success is defined by the success of our clients and candidates. With a steadfast commitment to integrity, authenticity, and lasting relationships, we serve as trusted advisors, industry connectors, and champions of exceptional leadership.

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Solutions And Expertise

Solutions
  • Executive Search
  • Human Resources Solutions
  • Professional Recruiting
Industries
  • Advertising/Marketing
  • All Industries
  • Associations
  • Automotive
  • Biotechnology
  • Clean Tech./Sustain.
  • Cloud Based
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data & Analytics
  • Devices
  • Energy
  • Engineering & Archit.
  • FinTech
  • Foundations
  • High Tech
  • Investment Mgmt.
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical
  • Medical Devices
  • Private Equity
  • Real Estate
  • Software
  • Supply Chain
  • Wealth Management
Functions
  • Board/Governance
  • Business Development
  • CEO/President
  • CFO
  • Communications/PR
  • Finance/Accounting
  • General Management
  • GM/Operations
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Supply Chain

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News Briefings

TurningPoint Executive Search Fills HR Post for Hyundai Motor America

TurningPoint Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Kara Vande Hoef as director of human resources for Hyundai Motor America (HMA). “Kara’s professional journey to date speaks to her wealth of expertise across all HR functions,” said Raquel Gallant, TurningPoint’s managing director of executive search. “She has successfully developed and implemented HR programs, scaled operations, and

Search Firms Continue to Provide New Services for Clients 

As the competition intensifies in the ongoing war for top executive talent, search firms are increasingly experiencing heightened pressure to provide an array of comprehensive services that go beyond pure retained search. The evolving landscape demands a strategic response, leading numerous firms to diversify, expanding their repertoire to encompass an assortment of supplementary offerings such

CEOs Anticipate a Possible Recession

As 2023 starts to take shape, corporate leaders are already braced for a recession. The only mystery is what final form the downturn will take: mild or deep — and will the U.S. weather the storm better than the rest of the world? Other economic and geostrategic subplots add uncertainty to the story: Will supply

A Look at the 2023 Job Market

Despite the recent headlines about corporate layoffs, in Q4 of 2022 and even in recent days, most employees need not worry that their own jobs are at imminent risk. In a new report, TurningPoint Executive Search’s Elaine Rosen says it’s important to look closely at who is laying off and why. In Q4 of 2022,

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Press Releases

TurningPoint Executive Search Announces New Podcast, The Practical Optimist

The natural evolution of the book, The Practical Optimist, TurningPoint Founder & President, Ken Schmitt, hosts guests for real conversations about the intersection of leadership and life in his new podcast. Most leaders come to recognize that their professional and personal lives strongly influence one another – and it’s nearly impossible to be successful in one without

TurningPoint Executive Search Places KIA America’s New Director, Brand Experience

TurningPoint Executive Search recently placed Brad Mays as Director, Brand Experience for KIA America. In the role, Mays will lead all aspects of public relations and external communications including events, experiential, auto shows and strategic partnerships. TurningPoint Managing Director who led the search, Raquel Gallant, said about Mays, “Brad is a seasoned communications executive that has been at the

TurningPoint Executive Search Co-Sponsors National Pride Grant For LGBTQ+ Led Business

TurningPoint Executive Search was proud to partner with Founders First to co-sponsor the National Pride Grant, providing $1000 grants to 25 LGBTQ+ led businesses with less than $10m in revenue.  The National Pride Grant is an opportunity to bring both financial resources and access to knowledge, talent, and experience to LGBTQ+ led organizations that might not

TurningPoint CEO Releases New Bok, The Practical Optimist

TurningPoint Executive Search announced the release of President and Founder Ken Schmitt’s new book – The Practical Optimist: An Entrepreneurial Journey through Life’s Turning Points. As the leader of one of America’s leading boutique recruiting firms, Ken explores well-known leadership topics and explodes the myths around them. This is an illuminating and instructive dive into the

TurningPoint Executive Search Placement ~ Brand Genius of The Year

San Diego, September 14, 2022 – Adweek announced TurningPoint Executive Search KIA placement, Russell Wager, as a 2022 Brand Genius Award recipient. TurningPoint placed Wagner as the Director of Advertising and Media in 2019 after presenting some of the nation’s top marketing professionals. Wager demonstrated the expertise, creativity, and innovative thinking KIA was looking for. He was quickly promoted

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