Kestria

About Us

Our reach currently spans 40+ countries and 90+ cities and counting; make us the world’s largest alliance of boutique retained executive search firms. What sets us apart is our shared entrepreneurial spirit and drive to deliver excellence in executive search.

Wherever the location, whatever the industry, we provide you with consistent first-class service. With globe-spanning connections and local knowledge you have a single point of contact for your international and local search requirements. We recognize that every search has differing requirements and tailor our approach to fit your needs.

Starting out as IRC Global Executive Search Partners in 1993, we’ve been providing executive search services to major global companies and other organizations for 30 years. We’ve successfully completed 40,000+ searches for over 4,000 clients, serving everyone from game-changing start-ups to major global players.

50+ nationalities, 40+ languages spoken and 52% female-led businesses. This diversity enriches our awareness of cultural differences – and means we have every imaginable base covered with regards to industry, region and size of company.

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Find a Recruiter

Rohan Carr

Education Practice Leader

Celine Chabee

Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice Leader

Malcolm Duncan

NGO & Not For Profit Practice Leader

Irena Galova

Global Operations Manager

Travis Hann

Member of the Kestria Executive Board

Manveet S. Hora

Professional Services Practice Leader, Technology Practice Leader

Michael Kantel

Member of the Kestria Executive Board

Philipp Mathieu

Industrial / Production Practice Leader

Katerina Meimaroglou

President of the Kestria Executive Board; Consumer & Retail Practice Leader

Stepan Motejzik

Global Alliance Director

Veronika Paluskova

Global Communications Manager

Raj Kumar Paramanathan

Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure Practice Leader

Patrick Westerburger

Agribusiness & Agriscience Practice Leader

Japheth A. Worthy

Member of the Kestria Executive Board

Monicca Yan

Member of the Kestria Executive Board

Kestria’s alliance of boutique firms has the footprint and agility needed to serve the largest multinationals and SMEs with the same dedication and personal touch. They guarantee access to outstanding talent by leveraging decades of collective experience, deep industry knowledge and trusted referral sources. Its process begins by thoroughly considering a client’s needs, success factors and potential challenges. Kestria leverages exceptional local recruiting expertise and global resources.

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Solutions And Expertise

Kestria

Solutions And Expertise

With a footprint in 90+ cities in 40+ countries, the firm is the world’s largest executive search alliance in terms of global reach. You will find a locally committed and globally connected member wherever in the world your business takes you.

Solutions

Assessment
Executive Coaching
Executive Search
Leadership Consulting
Leadership Develop.
Onboarding

Industries

Functions

All Functions

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News Briefings

Kestria Names Healthcare and Life Sciences Americas Practice Leader

Healthcare and life sciences are among the largest industries in the world and have increased in status since 2019. Aside from the pandemic, the healthcare industry has experienced significant growth and change over recent years. Kestria, formerly known as IRC Global Executive Search Partners, recently appointed Céline Chabée as healthcare and life sciences Americas practice leader. “It is

Kestria Names Americas Practice Leader for its Technology Practice Group

Kestria, formerly known as IRC Global Executive Search Partners, has appointed Travis Hann of Kestria Canada and USA, as the Americas practice leader for its technology practice group. “Kestria helps identify effective technology leaders who act as catalysts to enable quantum business growth,” said Gurdeep Hora, global technology practice leader, Kestria India. “We are constantly enhancing our

Kestria Adds Pender & Howe to Network

Kestria, formerly known as IRC Global Executive Search Partners, has expanded its presence in North America with the addition of Toronto-based Pender & Howe Executive Search as its newest member firm. ‘We are thrilled to represent Kestria in Canada and the USA, and we are committed to fulfilling the alliance’s mission of providing first-class executive search services wherever you are

Kestria Adds New Member Firm in Austria

Kestria, formerly known as IRC Global Executive Search Partners, has added aristid Personalberatung in Austria as its newest member firm. aristid Personalberatung will now be called Kestria Austria. The consulting firm has been in operation for nearly 20 years, offering executive search and professional search and selection. The firm’s consultants bring practical experience in various business areas and

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