About Us

Talent and depth in your leadership team is the most important enabler of success for your organization. Which is why you should be meticulous in identifying, locating and engaging exactly the people you need.

You don’t find them on job boards.

Cornerstone International Group is a recognized leader in executive search and leadership development. It is an increasingly complex and demanding discipline; they know the difference between success and failure will have a huge impact on the business of customers.

Both before (with psychometric assessment) and after (onboarding) their rigorous search process, the firm ensures the highest possible chance of success in filling the most difficult talent needs. And they have a full suite of supporting coaching and peer group services.

Since the best candidate can be across town or across the globe, they have 66 experienced member firms in both developed and emerging markets worldwide.

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At Cornerstone International Group, they put at your service a network of 225+ consultants at 35 member firms in 60+ business locations and 35 countries. Each is owned and managed by skilled entrepreneurs who are leaders in their markets and backed by technology and shared best practices. You receive personal attention and the clout of a global organization.

Solutions And Expertise

Cornerstone International Group is a recognized leader in executive search and leadership development. It is an increasingly complex and demanding discipline; they know the difference between success and failure will have a huge impact on the business of customers.

Solutions
  • Assessment
  • Board Services
  • Career Services
  • Executive Coaching
  • Executive Search
  • Leadership Develop.
  • Onboarding
  • Outplacement
  • Succession Planning
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  • Accounting/Audit
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  • All Industries
  • Alt. Investments
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  • Clean Tech./Sustain.
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  • Internet
  • Investment Banking
  • Investment Mgmt.
  • K-12
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  • Life Sci./Healthcare
  • Luxury
  • Machine Learning
  • Manufacturing
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Medical
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  • Mobile
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  • Non-Profit
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  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Private Banking
  • Private Equity
  • Professional Services
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  • Advertising
  • All Functions
  • Board/Governance
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  • CEO/President
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  • Development
  • Diversity & Inclusion
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  • General Management
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  • Manufacturing
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Medical/Clinical
  • Research & Develop.
  • Risk Management
  • Supply Chain

News Briefings

Executive Recruiters Weigh in On a Biden Presidency

The election of Joseph R. Biden Jr. to the Presidency promises significant change in Washington, D.C. for the next four years. Many questions remain about whether the incoming administration will be able to achieve its agenda, for better or worse, depending on one’s outlook – and the results of two Senate races still to be

Cornerstone International Group Names Managing Partner for Middle Eastern Region

Cornerstone International Group, a global executive search and leadership development firm, has unveiled a new executive search and leader advisory team in the Middle East with the addition of Stelios Pigadiotis as managing partner and founder of Cornerstone Dubai. “We are delighted to welcome Stelios to Cornerstone International Group,” said Simon Wan, chairman. “Stelios is

Cornerstone International Group Creates Non-Profit Specialization

The non-profit sector has gained economic strength in recent years, making it the third largest employer in the country. Nearly two million not-for-profits employ 10.7 million people and produce $1.9 trillion in revenue. In the past decade, employment in the sector grew by 17 percent. With demand for non-profit talent at an all-time high, search firms have

Cornerstone International Group Expands Into France

Cornerstone International Group, a global executive search and leadership development firm, has expanded its footprint in Europe with the addition of a member office in Paris. Peak-Lifecycles HR will represent the global network across France. The new Cornerstone Paris is an owner-managed, specialist firm with extensive experience in board and executive search, talent management and consulting services. It also has

Press Releases

Cornerstone International Group Adds Consultant to Member Firm in Atlanta

(Feb. 17, 2021) Cornerstone International Group, a global network of executive search specialists, welcomes Walter Baker, a senior level consultant, to the group’s member firm in Atlanta. Walter has been conducting senior-level recruiting and assessment assignments throughout the United States and globally for more than 25 years. Over 50% of his projects have been for executives

Cornerstone Announces New Team In Middle East

(Oct. 19, 2020) Cornerstone International Group, a global talent management firm, has introduced a new executive search and leader advisory team in the Middle East. Managing Partner and founder of Cornerstone Dubai is Stelios Pigadiotis, an experienced professional in enabling leaders and organizations to grow and reach their true potential. He has more than 25

New Cornerstone Team in Toronto

(April 10, 2020) Cornerstone International Group, a global talent management firm, this week introduces a new executive search and coaching capability in Toronto, Ontario. Executive Coach Global (ECG) is a Premier Global Leadership Development, Executive Coaching. Executive Search and Change Management organization. ECG offers a wide range of professional services focused on search, coaching and

Cornerstone Announces New Team In Singapore

(March 27, 2020) Cornerstone International Group, a global talent management firm, this week introduces a new executive search and coaching capability in Singapore. The Cornerstone Singapore team of senior professionals is led by CEO and MD Edwin Yeo, a veteran manager and practitioner of 21 years executive search experience in the Asia region. “We are

Global Recruiter Launches Service to Non-Profits

(Jan. 15, 2020) A new specialization group focused on Non-Profit organizations has been launched by global recruiter Cornerstone International Group. Cornerstone, a retained executive search organization with 58 member offices in 36 countries, will concentrate its new service first in North America to meet market opportunities. Non-Profit companies often face distinct challenges recruiting senior level

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Developing Wise and Responsible Leaders
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Blogs:
Private Equity Recruiting – Part IV: Don’t Overlook Tangential Opportunity
Agile Recruiting in 2021
Remote Work Culture in the Face of COVID-19
COVID Learnings from our China Colleagues
5 Reasons You Should Coach a Leader
6 Crucial Steps to High Executive Search Performance
Your Vitality Quotient and The Future You Didn’t Expect
BRIC Leaders Share Pandemic Learnings
Resurgent Pandemic Threatens Diversity Gains
Hiring Private Equity Leaders – Part III: Then the Challenge
Talent Management Could Be a Fundamental Re-Set
Growth Brings China Healthcare Factions Closer
Pandemic Highlights Need for Cooperation
Hiring Private Equity Leaders – Part II: Core Soft Credential Constituents
Are You Measuring Intercultural Intelligence?
COVID’s Silver Lining
COVID-19 – There’s no going back
Hiring Private Equity Leaders – Part I: Ideals and Compromise
The Fight for Diversity & Inclusion Takes Another Step Forward
Every Crisis Needs a Succession Plan
Top Recruiter Looks Past COVID-19
The Fight for Diversity & Inclusion Takes Another Step Forward
Life Sciences & Healthcare Face Challenges in 2020
Survey Outlines China Business Recovery