Kestria Adds New Member Firm in New Orleans
February 28, 2025 – Kestria, formerly known as IRC Global Executive Search Partners, has added LS International as its newest member firm in New Orleans, LA. LS is an executive search firm focused on the consumer and retail sectors. “This partnership reflects our commitment to bridging global expertise with local insight in key markets,” Kestria said. “Our alliance expansion continues to create unparalleled opportunities for collaboration and innovation on a global scale.”
“The consumer and retail sector is evolving rapidly, fueled by digitalization, sustainability, and changing consumer preferences,” said Stepan Motejzik, Kestria’s global alliance director. “These shifts call for agile strategies and exceptional leadership. For our premium global executive search alliance, having a forward-thinking expert in the USA is vital to navigating these market dynamics and supporting our clients in securing leaders who can drive this transformation. We are thrilled to welcome Lauren to our team and look forward to a successful and impactful global partnership.”
“We are so happy to join the Kestria alliance,” said Lauren Stiebing, CEO of Kestria USA: LS International. “We’re excited to provide exceptional service to Kestria partners in the U.S. market while leveraging Kestria’s network to support our clients in new regions. We look forward to expanding the alliance’s reach in the consumer goods industry.”
“I firmly believe that LS International should consistently enable its clients to raise their business performance,” Ms. Stiebing said. “In this journey, I draw upon my extensive experience in executive search and knowledge of the consumer products/FMCG domain to develop customized solutions that address the unique talent needs of different business segments. My clients include well-known companies such as Bayer, Logitech, Sazerac, Danone, Mattel, Puma, etc.”
Kestria has partners in over 40 countries and 90 cities across Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia. The consortium has completed more than 40,000 assignments for more than 4,000 clients, from game-changing start-ups to major global players.
Expansion in Panama
Kestria also recently added Arden & Price Inc. in Panama as a member firm, strengthening its presence in Central America. “As the premier global alliance of top-tier executive search firms, we are committed to delivering deep market insights across all key regions,” said Stepan Motejzik, Kestria global alliance director. “By adding our new team in Panama, we have effectively bridged our presence in North and South America, completing our regional coverage. This significant step enhances our ability to meet the needs of our clients and candidates throughout the Americas. We are delighted to welcome Alyssa Lince and the team at Kestria Panama: Arden & Price to our global organization and are enthusiastic about their future contributions.”
Arden & Price is a human capital management firm with over 25 years of experience in Panama and regional markets. The firm excels in identifying candidates for strategic positions, whether in managerial roles or high-profile executive positions.
“Panama holds a strategically key position for the development of global economic activities, serving as a hub between the Americas and the rest of the world,” said Alyssa Lince, CEO of Kestria Panama. “I recently joined Kestria and have received an incredibly warm welcome and support, exceeding my expectations. It is crucial for Arden & Price’s strategy to be part of this network, and I look forward to working closely with the partners and the board to achieve growth and development for all. I am eager to collaborate, exchange knowledge and best practices, and create strong relationships with members.”
In 1995, Ms. Lince founded Arden & Price. Kestria notes that her experience is based on the development and implementation of programs focused on improving human resources to achieve corporate goals and the continuous monitoring of individual productivity, for both public and private sector companies.
Related: Kestria Names Americas Practice Leader for its Technology Practice Group
Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
