SearchWide Global

About Us

Founded in 1999, SearchWide Global is a full-service executive search firm primarily for companies in the travel, tourism, hospitality, convention, trade association, venue management, experiential marketing, sports, and entertainment industries. Headquartered in the Twin Cities, the firm operates worldwide, specializing in C-Level and Director level executive searches for companies ranging in size from Fortune 500 corporations to mid-sized public and private companies and associations.

Achievements

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Meet the Team

Mike Gamble

Chairman & CEO

Mark Gnatovic

President, Retained Search

Cambria Jones

Chief Marketing & Experience Officer

Jennifer Brown

Vice President of Finance & HR

Wendy Moran

Global Head of SearchWide Connect

Kellie Henderson

Global Head of Destinations

Nicole Newman

Global Head of Destinations

John Brich

Global Head of Hotels & Resorts

Andrea Christopherson

Global Head of Experiential, Tradeshows, Events & Venues

Chris Bates

Executive Recruiter

Devon Hannah

Recruiting Associate

Rogine Johnson

Reference Specialist

Danielle Loney

Project Coordinator

Kathryn Millard

Executive Recruiter

Sara Nielsen

Project Manager

Carmen Rodgers

Executive Recruiter

Tracy Smith

Project Manager

Brian-Douglas Stanwood

Executive Recruiter- Destinations Team

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Solutions And Expertise

Solutions

Executive Search
On-Demand Recruiting
Succession Planning

Industries

Functions

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News Briefings

SearchWide Global Seeking CEO for the Alaska Raptor Rehabilitation Center

SearchWide Global was recently retained by the Alaska Raptor Rehabilitation Center to lead in its search for a new executive director. Nicole Newman, global head of destinations, is leading the assignment. The executive director is responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, and management of the Alaska Raptor Center’s (ARC) multi-faceted programs and business operations. The

SearchWide Global Expands

Executive recruitment firm SearchWide Global has expanded with the additions of Carmen Rodgers, Chris Bates, and Danielle Loney. “The onboarding of three new team members, each bringing profound expertise and innovative skills to further drive organizational success,” the firm said. “The addition of Carmen, Chris, and Danielle to our team reflects our commitment to excellence and leadership,”

SearchWide Global Recruits CEO for Explore St. Louis

Executive recruitment firm SearchWide Global has assisted in the recruitment of Brad Dean as the new president and CEO of Explore St. Louis. Executive vice president Mark Gnatovic led the assignment. “Brad Dean is a highly respected leader in destination marketing with a proven record of driving growth and innovation,” said Mike Gamble, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of Searchwide Global. “His expertise

SearchWide Global Tapped by Visit Estes Park to Lead CEO Search

Executive recruitment firm SearchWide Global was recently retained by Visit Estes Park in Colorado to lead in its search for a new CEO. Senior vice president Kellie Henderson is leading the assignment. Visit Estes Park is seeking an outgoing, supportive, and motivating leader to serve as the new CEO. The CEO is responsible for the efficient administration of

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Press Releases

SearchWide Global Expands Team with Three New Hires Across Three Divisions

SearchWide Global is pleased to announce the onboarding of three new team members, each bringing profound expertise and innovative skills to further drive organizational success. Effective January 13, 2025, Carmen Rodgers, Chris Bates, and Danielle Loney joined SearchWide Global. Carmen Rodgers steps into the role of Executive Recruiter for the Experiential, Tradeshows, Events & Venues

SearchWide Global Announces New Leader for SearchWide Connect

SearchWide Global recently announced Wendy Moran as the global head of its new division, SearchWide Connect. This strategic move comes as part of the firm’s commitment to addressing the growing demand for swift and high-quality mid-level management placements in all sectors currently being served in the retained search division. Wendy Moran will spearhead operations for

SearchWide Global Announces Key Leadership Promotions and New Hire Ahead of 25th Anniversary

ST. PAUL, MN – July 11, 2024 – SearchWide Global, a leading executive search firm, is excited to announce the promotion of Mark Gnatovic to President of Retained Search and Cambria Jones to Chief Marketing and Experience Officer, effective August 5, 2024. Additionally, the firm welcomes Brian-Douglas Stanwood as an Executive Recruiter for the Destinations

SearchWide Global Welcomes Executive Recruiter

Effective July 1, 2024, Brian-Douglas Stanwood joined SearchWide Global as an Executive Recruiter to assist with the firm’s Director and C-level searches and business development initiatives in the destinations segment. With over twenty years of experience in the hospitality and tourism sectors, Brian-Douglas brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record. He has

SearchWide Global Welcomes Vice President Andrea Christopherson

St. Paul, MN, April 19, 2023 — Effective April 17, 2023, Andrea Christopherson joined SearchWide Global as a vice president to assist with SearchWide Global’s director and c-level searches and business development initiatives in the experiential event marketing segment along with the tradeshow and convention industries. “Andrea is an excellent addition to our team. With her

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