Slone Partners

About Us

With a dedicated focus on the life sciences and healthcare industries, Slone Partners is a premier executive search and talent advisory firm with more than 25 years of success delivering visionary leaders and fractional talent who build and scale amazing organizations. With a nationwide presence and global reach, we specialize in discovering and placing innovative leaders, including world-class Board, C-Suite, and upper management professionals.

 

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Leadership

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Our leadership is deeply embedded in the industry and supported by an Advisory Board of experts from every sector that we serve.

Staying at the cutting edge of every change in the market allows us to deliver the right candidates for your business and provide invaluable counsel no matter how unique your needs.

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Solutions And Expertise

Founded in 2000, Slone Partners is a premier executive search firm that specializes in recruitment for companies focused in biotechnology, pharma services, life science tools, diagnostics, genomics, clinical services, medical devices, data and analytics, and food sciences.

Solutions
  • Board/Director Search
  • Executive Recruitment
  • Executive Search
  • Fractional
  • Fractional and Interim Services
  • Fractional Executive
  • On-Demand Recruiting
  • On-Demand Talent Solutions
  • Professional Search
Industries
  • Biotechnology
  • Executive Search
  • Healthcare
  • Healthcare Services
  • Healthtech
  • Hospital Foundations
  • Life Sciences
  • Life Sci./Healthcare
  • Medical Devices
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Science and Research
Functions
  • Board Members
  • Board of Directors
  • Business Leaders
  • C-Level
  • C-Level Leaders
  • C-Suite
  • Clinical Directors
  • Clinical Operations
  • Director/VP
  • General Counsel
  • Head of Department
  • Healthcare
  • Healthcare Board Placements
  • President
  • SVP
  • Vice President

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News Briefings

Slone Partners Makes Senior Appointments

Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has named Sona Stroud and Kim Wilson as senior partners. Ms. Stroud has been promoted to the position following nearly 15 years with the firm, while Ms. Wilson returns to the organization, further strengthening its leadership team with nearly 17 years of experience with the firm. “Few things are more rewarding than recognizing exceptional leaders

Slone Partners Recruits Chief Scientific Officer for Prolynx

Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has recruited Amer Mirza as chief scientific officer at Prolynx, a biotechnology company developing a next-generation portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions. “Dr. Amer Mirza is an accomplished scientific leader whose deep expertise in drug discovery and development and passion for innovation make him exceptionally well suited to serve as

Slone Partners Recruits CEO for Syra Health

Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has placed Gregory R. Alexander as CEO at Syra Health, a healthcare technology company dedicated to powering better health outcomes through prevention-focused, accessible, and affordable solutions. “Gregory Alexander is a highly respected leader in the industry, having led several major healthcare initiatives and driving positive change for high-profile organizations throughout his impressive career,” said Sona

Slone Partners Appoints Partner, Fractional Talent

Life sciences-focused search firm Slone Partners has named George Quinn as partner, fractional talent. In this position, Mr. Quinn will play a crucial part in advancing Slone Partners’ fractional talent solutions – connecting startup and growth-stage life sciences and healthcare organizations with seasoned leaders and functional experts on a flexible, on-demand basis. “George’s depth of experience, strategic mindset, and

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Press Releases

Slone Partners Names Sona Stroud and Kim Wilson as Senior Partners

Leadership appointments strengthen premier executive search firm as it continues to expand its footprint and impact across life sciences and healthcare SOUTH RIDING, VA. – July 29, 2026 – Slone Partners, a nationwide executive search firm for life sciences and healthcare organizations, today announced the appointments of Sona Stroud and Kim Wilson as Senior Partners. Stroud has been promoted to the

Slone Partners Places Amer Mirza, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer at Prolynx

Appointment will help drive R&D execution for the company’s portfolio of ultra-long-acting medicines for obesity and related metabolic conditions SOUTH RIDING, VA. – July 16, 2026 – Slone Partners, a nationwide executive search firm for life sciences and healthcare organizations, has announced the placement of Amer Mirza, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) at Prolynx,

Slone Partners Places Proven C-Suite Leader and Former U.S. Marine Gregory R. Alexander as Chief Executive Officer at Syra Health

SOUTH RIDING, VA. – January 21, 2026 – Slone Partners, a nationwide executive search firm for life sciences and healthcare organizations, has announced the placement of Gregory R. Alexander as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Syra Health, a healthcare technology company dedicated to powering better health outcomes through prevention-focused, accessible, and affordable solutions. In his role as CEO, Alexander will

Life Sciences Talent and Consulting Strategist George Quinn Named Partner, Fractional Talent at Slone Partners

SOUTH RIDING, VA. – January 8, 2026 – Slone Partners, a nationwide executive search firm for life sciences and healthcare organizations, today announced the appointment of George Quinn as Partner, Fractional Talent. In this role, Quinn will play a vital part in advancing Slone Partners’ fractional talent solutions – connecting startup and growth-stage life sciences and healthcare organizations with

Organizational Leader and Business Strategist Kyle Kinzie Named President & Partner, Hospitals & Healthcare Delivery Solutions at Slone Partners

SOUTH RIDING, VA. – August 12, 2025 – Slone Partners, a nationwide executive search firm for life sciences and healthcare organizations, has announced that renowned senior executive and organizational leader Kyle Kinzie has joined the company as President & Partner, Hospitals & Healthcare Delivery Solutions. Kinzie brings more than 20 years of diversified experience scaling