Hanold Associates

About Us

Hanold Associates Executive Search is a retained boutique executive search and coaching firm focused on HR, Diversity and Corporate Officers and Board Directors. Our clients include American Airlines, Apollo, Arizona Cardinals, Big Ten Conference, Biogen, Blackrock, Blackstone, Carnival Corp., Cartier, CBS News, College Football Hall of Fame,  Dick’s Sporting Goods, Domino’s Pizza, eBay, Electronic Arts, Fanatics, Federal Reserve Bank, Ford Motor Company, Fossil, Goodwill, Gucci, Kellogg, Kohler, L Catterton,  Live Nation Entertainment, Major League Baseball, Moderna, The National Football League, The New York Times, New York Football Giants, Nike, Nordstrom, Northwestern University, Paramount, Patagonia, Phillips 66, Prada, Red Hat, REI, Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, Save The Children, SC Johnson, Tapestry, Tiffany & Co., Tom Brady’s TB12, TPG, Under Armour, Vail Resorts, Walgreen, and Zoom.

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Solutions And Expertise

We are passionate about building diverse, people-first organizations. “Human Resources,” “HR” or the “People” function has rapidly evolved. Today’s HR/People leaders must possess distinctive business acumen, have perspectives on the business beyond People implications and be concurrently strategic, hands-on and innovative.

We are experts in finding senior HR and diversity leaders who deliver strategic business impact. As an extension of the brands we serve, we blend the science of retained executive search with the art of understanding the important nuances of leadership attributes and how they sync with team dynamics.

Because we focus on crushing search execution―rigorous assessment, a fast process, and getting culture fit right―we are often asked to lead searches beyond HR and Diversity for other executive leaders and diverse Board Directors.

Solutions
  • Board Services
  • Executive Search
Industries
  • Consumer
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Healthcare Services
  • Industrial
  • Life Sci./Healthcare
  • Private Equity
  • Professional Services
  • Sports
  • Technology
Functions
  • Human Resources

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News Briefings

CAA | Hanold Executive Search Recruits Executive Director for Soccer Forward Foundation

CAA | Hanold Executive Search has assisted U.S. Soccer Federation with the recruitment of Alexandra (Lex) Chalat as executive director of Soccer Forward Foundation, U.S. Soccer’s 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup legacy initiative. CAA | Hanold Associates’ Jason Hanold, Megan McElroy, and Catie Nelson led the search for this critical role. “U.S. Soccer exists in service to

CAA | Hanold Executive Search Recruits VP for People, Equity and Culture for Grand Valley State University

CAA | Hanold Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Robert Shorty as the inaugural vice president for people, equity and culture at Grand Valley State University (GVSU). Valerie Lopez and Ashley Schiele led the assignment. This appointment comes after a search process that included campus forums for the finalists, allowing the GVSU community to

Hunt Scanlon’s Top 10 Recruiting Stories of 2024

In 2024, the recruiting industry experienced a mix of challenges and opportunities. Recruiters sought innovative ways to deliver value to their clients, as many firms faced dips in revenues and search activity. Investor-driven market consolidation continued to reshape the landscape. Search consultants faced hurdles such as recession fears, talent shortages, and a candidate-driven market. Meanwhile,

CAA | Hanold Executive Search Recruits VP of HR for the U.S. Soccer Federation

CAA | Hanold Executive Search has recruited Matthew Garey as vice president of HR for the U.S. Soccer Federation in Chicago. Mayank Parikh and Catie Nelson led the assignment. “I could not be more excited to share that I have accepted a position as vice president, human resources with the U.S. Soccer Federation,” Mr. Garey said in

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Press Releases

The Aspen Group Appoints VP, Learning Optimization from Search by Hanold Associates

The Aspen Group (TAG) has appointed Lauren Svoboda as Vice President, Learning Optimization. Hanold Associates’ Ashley Schiele and Sonia Nagra led the search. As VP, Learning Optimization, Lauren will report to SVP, Learning and Development Chrissie Leibman to evolve, build, reimagine and ultimately scale robust solutions across the organization. Lauren will focus on bringing a

tms Appoints Senior Director, Global HR Operations from Search by Hanold Associates

tms has appointed LaTasha Lewis as Senior Director, Global HR Operations. Hanold Associates’ Sarah Kennedy-Sulahry and Sonia Nagra led the Chicago based search. As Senior Director of Global HR Ops, LaTasha will work across tms, Havi and Stanley to transform HR delivery around the world. LaTasha will focus on building upon the existing function to

Spencer Spirit Holdings Retains Hanold Associates for Division VP, Learning & Development and VP, HR Searches

Spencer Spirit Holdings has retained Hanold Associates for two Vice President searches: Division Vice President, Learning & Development and Vice President, Human Resources. Hanold Associates’ Sonia Nagra, Jordan Blackmon, Heather Khoury and Maisha Pearson will lead the search for these critical roles. Spencer Spirit Holdings operates two unique retail brands, Spencer’s and Spirit Halloween. Spencer’s

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Appoints Chief HR Officer from Search by Hanold Associates

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has appointed Megan Rachal as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Senior Vice President of People and Culture. Hanold Associates’ Val Lopez, Meg McElroy and Catie Nelson led the search. As Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Senior Vice President of People and Culture, Megan Rachal will lead the strategy and vision for all aspects

Freeman Appoints HR Director, Enabling Functions from Search by Hanold Associates

Freeman has appointed Nicole Sandage as HR Director, Enabling Functions. Hanold Associates’ Maisha Pearson and Katrina Maione led the search. As HR Director of Enabling Functions, Nicole will support Freeman through its continued growth, overseeing their corporate functions and business operations. In this role, Nicole will report to VP HR Business Partnership Nicole Arnold and serve as a trusted partner

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