McDermott + Bull

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McDermott + Bull is a full-service talent consultancy delivering personalized solutions across executive search, interim leadership, and high-performance coaching, dedicated to placing high-impact executive talent, bridging leadership gaps, and empowering teams to perform at their highest level. With experienced Partners across Canada, the United States, and Europe, the firm serves as a trusted advisor to private and public companies, private equity firms and their operating companies, non-profit organizations, and higher education institutions.

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EXECUTIVE SEARCH

Leveraging deep vertical experience, innovative thinking, and proven time-saving methodologies, we challenge the norm and thrive in the recruitment of difficult-to-find VP to C-Suite executive talent. We value a personalized service model while having the resources and capabilities of the world’s largest search firms. With experienced partners in the United States, Canada, and Europe, we are the trusted retained search advisor for empowering change on behalf of private and public companies, nonprofit organizations, private equity firms, and their operating companies.

 INTERIM LEADERS

We are a unique, personalized, and urgent service that places performance focused senior-level executives into consultative roles to manage business challenges and opportunities during a time of transformation. The interim leader talent pool consists of senior-level professionals across a diverse functional spectrum who meet the rigorous qualifications to work on time-sensitive engagements. We specialize in placing finance, technology, human resources, and operations functions.

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News Briefings

McDermott + Bull Recruits CFO for Leonid Capital Partners

Irvine, CA-based search firm McDermott + Bull has assisted in the recruitment of Ian Holroyd as the new CFO for Leonid Capital Partners. This search was led by McDermott + Bull president Brandon Biegenzahn, managing director Courtney Dorrel, and executive recruiter Rachel Camonayan. Mr. Holroyd brings over 29 years of accounting and finance leadership experience within the financial services industry. He

McDermott + Bull Recruits CFO for 1st Capital Bancorp

Irvine, CA-based search firm McDermott + Bull has assisted in the recruitment of Joel Keller as executive vice president and chief financial officer of 1st Capital Bancorp and 1st Capital Bank in Salinas, CA. The search was completed by McDermott + Bull president Brandon Biegenzahn, managing director Courtney Dorrel, and executive recruiter Mary Heiman. “I am pleased to welcome

Strategic Talent Acquisition Planning in 2024

In the competitive landscape of talent acquisition and executive-level hiring, having a well-curated strategic plan is crucial. With the year coming to a close, a new report from McDermott + Bull’s Jason Levi Pinegar explains that it becomes pivotal to map out an executive hiring and human capital strategy for 2024 to ensure sustained success,

McDermott + Bull Recruits Chief Risk Officer for Bank of the Sierra

Irvine, CA-based search firm McDermott + Bull has recruited Natalia Coen as executive vice president and chief risk officer at Bank of the Sierra. The search was completed by McDermott + Bull president Brandon Biegenzahn, managing director Courtney Dorrel, and senior executive recruiter Rachel Loye. “We are overjoyed to add Natalia to the team at Bank of the Sierra,” said Kevin

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Press Releases

McDermott + Bull Places Vice President, Academic, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Dr. Janet Welch as Vice President, Academic at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). In her new role, Janet will build on SAIT’s commitment to ensure programs continue to be of high quality, meet the diverse needs of learners and industries, and are aligned with SAIT’s vision of being

McDermott + Bull Places Corporate Controller, AVITA Medical, Inc.

McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Cindy Sha as Corporate Controller at AVITA Medical, Inc. Cindy will oversee the implementation and monitoring of financial policies to better reach financial targets, ensure the stability of cash flow for day-to-day operations, and uphold the quality of services delivered. She will also work closely with the executive leadership

McDermott + Bull Places Vice President of Global Supply Chain, Panasonic Avionics Corporation

McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Karen Ware as Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Panasonic Avionics Corporation. In this role, Karen will be responsible for the end-to-end supply chain of the business. She will also play a key role as the company grows and diversifies its product portfolio. Karen has extensive experience in

McDermott + Bull Places Vice President of Sales, Great American Packaging

McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Mark McAnlis as Vice President of Sales at Great American Packaging. Mark will play a pivotal role in steering the company’s strategic direction for sustained growth and geographic expansion. He will be responsible for introducing innovative processes, driving the sales team, and capitalizing on new markets and geographies. Mark

McDermott + Bull Places Chief Executive Officer, Citation Jet Pilots

McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Rob Balzano as Chief Executive Officer at Citation Jet Pilots (CJP). Rob will lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and impact. Reporting to the Board of Directors, he will be responsible for all aspects of CJP, including its renowned safety program, events, and all aspects of

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Multimedia

Blogs:
Bridging the Gap: Best Practices for Leveraging Interim Leaders to Propel Business Forward
Q3 2024 Recap: Private Equity Trends in Healthcare
2024 Top Mergers + Acquisitions In MedTech + Life Sciences
Leadership Strategies for the AI and Digitalization Era: A Q+A with Noelle Swan and Brian Allen
2024 Recap: The Evolution of Leadership in Private Equity
Retention Challenges and Strategic Solutions: A Deep Dive into Industry Insights
Q1 2024 Recap: Private Equity Trends in Healthcare
Developing an AI Talent Strategy in Life Sciences
The Art of Executive Search: Brand Champions, Culture Seekers, and Reputation Guardians

To read all of McDermott + Bull’s latest insights please visit: mbexec.com/category/article/

Case Studies:
Optimizing Financial Operations: How an Interim Controller Strengthened a Growing Non-Profit Healthcare Organization
Realigning Field Operations: How an Interim Chief Transformation Officer Positioned a Telecommunications Provider for Profitability
From Reset to Results: How an Interim Executive Director Advanced Critical Projects at a Leading Hospital System
Breaking the Close Cycle: How an Interim Controller Restructured Finance Operations at a Fast-Paced DTC Brand
Establishing Financial Stability: How an Interim Controller Brought Structure to a Non-Profit Life Sciences Organization
Optimizing Financial Operations: How an Interim Controller Strengthened a Growing Non-Profit Healthcare Organization
Navigating Leadership Gaps: Interim Controller Strengthens Finance Team at PE-Owned Manufacturing Company

To view all McDermott + Bull’s case studies please visit: mbexec.com/category/interim-leaders-case-study/

Investor Insights Video Series
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Terri Burke, Senior Partner at Intuitive Ventures
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Kate Garrett, Co-Founder + Managing Partner at Sonder Capital
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Tasneem Dohadwala, Founding Partner at Excelestar Ventures
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Greg Garfield, Senior Managing Director at KCK MedTech
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Greg Garfield, Senior Managing Director at KCK MedTech
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Mike Carusi, General Partner at Lightstone Ventures
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Dashana Zaveri, Managing Partner at Catalyst Health Ventures
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Louis Cannon, MD and Alan Davis, MD of BioStar Capital
Investor Insights: Ken Dropiewski with Gwen Watanabe of H.I.G. Capital

Events:
McDermott + Bull to Join the Private Directors Association’s Virtual Event on Unlocking Board Opportunities