About Us

The True platform is a global suite of products and services driving the intelligence behind talent management. True consists of five business units: True Search, Thrive, Synthesis, AboveBoard and True Equity.

True Search

Global recruitment for board members, c-suite executives, VPs, directors and other strategic talent. We focus on investment firms, their portfolio companies, and public companies seeking transformative growth.

Thrive

Collaborative, real-time talent relationship management software and information services for search firms, in-house recruiters, and VC/PE firms looking to make better hiring decisions.

Synthesis

A multi-layered approach to leadership assessment and development which combines the evaluation methods of elite military units, executive coaching techniques and agile methodology principles.

AboveBoard

A diversity-focused startup bringing unparalleled solutions to the critical need to bring more women and executives of color to leadership roles. With AboveBoard’s two-way platform, members get unique visibility to hundreds of opportunities while companies get access to qualified candidates.

True Equity

True Equity makes direct investments in high growth companies backed by elite venture capital firms.

ACHIEVEMENTS

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True Search is a global retained executive search firm working with some of the most innovative technology companies and forward thinking investors in the world.

We combine deep experience with a transparent, data-driven approach to place world class board directors, C-suite and direct report executives for high growth tech companies, as well as proven investment professionals for venture capital and private equity firms.

The True Search team is a group of special people who are passionate about doing great work and delivering excellent service. Meet our team.

Solutions And Expertise

Solutions
Industries
  • Climate Tech
  • Consumer
  • Edtech
  • Enterprise
  • Entertainment/Media/Sports
  • Financial Services
  • Gaming
  • Life Sci./Healthcare
  • Security
Functions
  • Board/Governance
  • CEO/President
  • CISO
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Invest. Mgmt./Banking
  • Legal/Compliance
  • Marketing & Sales
  • People & Talent

News Briefings

True Assists Yahoo with the Recruitment of Chief Communications Officer

Gail Tifford and Rachel Randolph of global talent provider True has assisted in the recruitment of Sona Iliffe-Moon as the new chief communications officer. “Sona has a proven track record in elevating influential brands, and we look forward to welcoming her to Yahoo at a pivotal inflection point in the company’s history,” said Jim Lanzone, CEO of

True Recruits CEO for NODA Intelligence Systems

Karin Andersson of global talent provider True has assisted in the recruitment of Tatiana Brandt as the new CEO for NODA Intelligence Systems in Sweden. Former CEO and founder, Christian Johansson, takes on the role of chief strategy officer and remains a board member and largest shareholder in the company. “NODA is in a very exciting phase and

TrueBridge Appoints Head of EMEA

TrueBridge, True’s interim, fractional, and advisory executive search division, has named Alastair Coutts as head of EMEA. “Alastair’s background aligns seamlessly with our collaborative, teamwork-based culture,” said David Beuerlein, CEO of TrueBridge. “Throughout his career and during his tenures at Lynk and GLG, Alastair demonstrated a remarkable ability to build and maintain large, senior teams. He embodies

True Launches Sustainability Practice in EMEA and APAC

Global talent provider True has launched the True Search sustainability practice in EMEA and APAC. Partner Kate Goodall will lead the practice advising clients across public and private markets on the development of their respective sustainability strategies and the recruitment of most relevant talent. “Kate is the marquee executive search professional in the sustainability field and has a deep understanding of the

Press Releases

True Acquires Climate Tech Recruiting Leader Hobbs & Towne, Inc.

(Dec. 7, 2021) True, the fastest-growing global platform of innovative talent management products and services, today announced its acquisition of climate technology and sustainability executive search firm Hobbs & Towne, Inc. (HTI). Led by founders Andrew “Andy” Towne and Robert “Bobby” Hobbs, HTI will continue to serve their mission-driven companies and provide an even greater range of capabilities as True’s new Climate

True Comp Dashboard Provides Transparency into Executive Salary Data

(Sept. 29, 2021) True, the fastest-growing global platform of innovative talent management products and services, today announced the launch of True Comp, a compensation dashboard for True clients that aggregates anonymized executive salary information into an easily searchable database. “True Comp empowers talent leaders to make smart and informed hiring decisions,” said Brad Stadler, True founder

New Amsterdam Office Broadens True’s Global Tech Reach

(Sept. 22, 2021) True, the fastest-growing global platform of innovative talent management products and services, today announced its new office in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This region, which includes Belgium and Luxembourg, is a startup area on the rise – with a booming tech scene and a deep need for the tech-enabled global talent that’s at the

True’s Sister Company AboveBoard Closes Seed Round with 91% of Outside Funds from Underrepresented Investors

(July 13, 2021) AboveBoard, an inclusive platform for executive placement that is increasing representation of Black, LatinX and female professionals on boards and at the C-suite/VP level, has raised a $3 million seed round to fuel its continued business momentum. The company is fulfilling its commitment to diversity in all aspects of its business by

True Expands Global Reach into China

(June 30, 2021) True, the fastest growing global platform of innovative talent management products and services, today announced its enhanced capability in the APAC region with its new office in Shanghai, China. This investment underscores True’s commitment to connect companies with the best global talent in every corner of the world. “Expansion to China is