Blue Rock Search

About Us

Blue Rock Search is a minority-owned executive search firm. We are recognized among Hunt Scanlon’s Top 10 global recruiters and ranked in the HR/Diversity Recruiting Power 70 and Private Equity Power 100. As an SRA Network member, ranked #20 on the Forbes listing of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms, Blue Rock Search leverages extensive expertise and a broad network to deliver fast and exceptional results for every search.

The firm’s expertise spans Human Resources, Private Equity, and Higher Education executive placements, organizational consulting, and executive coaching. Our practice leaders have successfully placed thousands of executives who align with organizational culture, enhance performance, and spark innovation—and we invite you to join those ranks.

No matter what the title or organization, we recognize leadership isn’t just about filling a role–it’s about elevating and motivating your entire organization. Blue Rock’s partners are respected and trusted thought leaders with the requisite experience required to get you where you need to go. Our systems, processes, and tools are designed to flex to fit our clients’ distinct needs and reflect our philosophy of “Your vision is our mission.”

If you are ready to hire talent that will move the needle, we’re ready to get started. Contact us at 865.686.5139 or www.bluerocksearch.com.

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Your People Are Your Greatest Asset. Trust the Experts at Blue Rock Search to Find Them.

Expertise & Proven Track Record:

o Our executive recruiters bring decades of experience in identifying, attracting, and securing top-tier talent across the most represented industries in the nation.

o We’ve successfully placed hundreds of leaders who have driven measurable results for their organizations.

Industry Specialization:

o Our recruiters are not just HR and HE professionals—they are industry experts who understand the nuances of your business and the leadership traits that drive success because they have sat in the seat doing the work of the talent you seek.

Customized, White-Glove Service:

o We take the time to understand your distinct organizational culture and goals, tailoring your search to find candidates who are not just qualified but are the right fit for your team.

Proprietary Process & Network:

o With access to an extensive network of accomplished professionals, and a proven vetting process, we deliver leaders who make an immediate impact.

Commitment to Long-Term Success:

o Our work doesn’t stop at placement. We stay connected, ensuring a seamless transition and long-term alignment with your objectives.

Don’t just fill a position—find a leader who will shape your organization’s future. Schedule a consultation today to discover how we can deliver exceptional talent to your team. Email jacqui@bluerocksearch.com, and she will get you scheduled with the appropriate practice leader.

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Solutions And Expertise

The Blue Rock Search Experience is a highly methodical and time-tested process grounded on continuous stakeholder engagement.

Solutions
  • Executive Coaching
  • Executive Search
  • Interim
  • Org. Chart Mapping
  • Organizational Consulting
  • Recruitment Process Outsourcing
  • Recruitment Research
Industries
  • BioTechnology
  • Consumer
  • Consumer Products
  • Consumer Services
  • Financial Services
  • Higher Education
  • Industrial
  • Life Sci./Healthcare
  • Luxury
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional Services
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Technology
Functions
  • Higher Education
  • Human Resources
  • Private Equity

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News Briefings

The Strategic Architects Advancing Diversity, Inclusion, and Business Excellence

The role of HR leaders has expanded significantly, in the last decade, making them vital architects of organizational culture and strategy. The best HR professionals are not only adept at managing talent but also serve as strategic partners who align HR initiatives with broader business objectives, executive recruiters tell Hunt Scanlon Media. These leaders possess

CHROs and Future Thinking: Shaping a Positive Culture

The CHRO role has evolved to encompass not just internal talent management but also the broader responsibility of shaping organizational culture in ways that contribute positively to society. As part of this growth, Blue Rock Search’s Ruben Moreno emphasizes “future state thinking” to help HR leaders build agile workplaces aligned with business goals. The is a

Blue Rock Search Appoints VP of Business Development

Blue Rock Search has expanded with the addition of Colleen Barker as vice president of business development. “On behalf of the entire Blue Rock Search team, I’m so pleased to welcome Colleen Barker to our organization,” said Ruben Moreno, HR & diversity practice leader of Blue Rock Search. “As the executive search landscape continues to evolve in response to

The Role of Values-Based Hiring in Talent Attraction and Retention

Today’s employees are more concerned than ever with aligning their work lives and their personal beliefs. This shift has given rise to a trend of values-based hiring, which can help to attract like-minded talent while increasing retention rates, according to a recent report from Blue Rock Search’s Ruben Moreno. “June is home to both Pride Month and

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Press Releases

Gale Jackson-Litral Joins American Landscaping Partners as Vice President of Human Resources

Sarasota, FL – Blue Rock Search is pleased to have partnered with American Landscaping Partners to place Gale Jackson-Litral as the company’s new Vice President of Human Resources. American Landscaping Partners is a leading provider of landscaping services across Tennessee, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. The company serves a highly diversified base of customers across the

Kristi Andrews Joins PCRK as Vice President of Human Resources

Sarasota, FL – Blue Rock Search is pleased to have partnered with PCRK to place Kristi Andrews as the company’s new Vice President of Human Resources. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, PCRK Group owns and operates 95 different Massage Envy locations across 11 different states, providing employment and career opportunities to massage therapists, estheticians, and more

Maisha Gray-Diggs Joins LiveRamp as Vice President for Talent, Diversity, and Enablement

Sarasota, FL – Blue Rock Search is pleased to have partnered with LiveRamp to place Maisha Gray-Diggs as the organization’s new Vice President for Talent, Diversity, and Enablement. LiveRamp is the leading data connectivity platform, empowering companies to utilize data to transform customer experiences that lead to better outcomes. In recent years, LiveRamp has strengthened

Blue Rock Search Announces the Release of the 2024 HR Compensation Mid-Year Report

Sarasota, FL – Blue Rock Search is thrilled to announce the release of its 2024 HR Compensation Mid-Year Report, in collaboration with Paidwell. The 2024 HR Compensation Mid-Year Report includes coast-to-coast data for six different regions and 18 unique metropolitan areas. Blue Rock’s HR and Recruiting specialists and Paidwell’s Compensation and Technology professionals have worked together to provide comparative compensation data

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How Today’s CEOs Are Planning for Workplace Culture Shifts
Generations in the Workplace: Who They Are and What They Want
Shades of a Conversation: DEI Past, Present, and Future
The Mediator’s Playbook: How Executive Recruiters Facilitate Founder-PE Firm Agreements when Sourcing New Talent
Transforming Workplaces: The CHRO’s Role in Mental Health Advocacy
What to Know About HR Technology and Recruiting in 2024
Three Companies Leading the Way with Gender-Diverse Hiring
Augmented Reality: Enhancing the Customer Experience
Adapting Talent Attraction Strategies in Private Equity: Navigating a Climate of Ample Capital, Salary Stabilization, and Longer-Term Commitment Expectations
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Strategic HR Analytics: Enhancing Total Rewards for Maximum Impact
Pros and Cons of Return to Office: What CHROs Should Keep in Mind
Higher Education and Compensation in 2024
The New Food Franchise Frontier: The Ghost Kitchen
Heads Up, Franchises: Minimum Wage Hikes Are Here
Looking into the HR Crystal Ball: What’s Ahead for Leaders and Organizations
‘Lazy Girl Jobs’: On Burnout and Stereotypes
Strategic Hiring: Pinpointing the Right Traits for Enrollment Leadership in Higher Ed
Strategic HR Analytics: Enhancing Total Rewards for Maximum Impact
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