Leathwaite Appoints Non-Executive Chairman
February 19, 2026 – London-based executive search firm Leathwaite has appointed Rabih Ramadi as non-executive chairman. “Rabih’s appointment to the board is an absolute pleasure,” said Andrew Wallace, chair and co-founder. “As we continue to expand our footprint in North America and digitize the business for the future, Rabih’s experience and insights in these areas will be invaluable to our journey.”
As co-founder and CEO of Avantos.ai, and previously founding member, chief revenue officer, and head of industry solutions at Unqork, Mr. Ramadi has an impressive background in technology and client-led organizations. Earlier in his career, he spent over 14 years with KPMG, holding the title of senior partner, capital markets & Goldman Sachs lead.
“I am honored to join the Leathwaite board during such a pivotal time of growth and transformation,” said Mr. Ramadi. “I look forward to collaborating with the board and management team to help drive the company forward and contribute to its future success.”
Leathwaite is an executive search and human capital specialist firm, delivering an interconnected range of executive search, executive interim, and data and insight services. Established in 1999, the firm has developed key international client partnerships across a range of industry sectors. Leathwaite has a network of international offices in London, New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, Hong Kong, and Zurich.
New Non-Executive Director
In December, Leathwaite also named (John) Duncan Edwards to its board as non-executive director. “Duncan’s appointment to the board comes at an important and exciting time for our company,” said Mr. Wallace. “His proven leadership as a CEO through periods of significant growth, together with our ongoing ambitions to expand across North America, make his transatlantic experience an invaluable asset to our journey.”
Related: Leathwaite Expands in New York
Mr. Edwards currently serves as CEO of BritishAmerican Business (BAB), the leading transatlantic trade organization and public policy advocate representing around 500 U.S. and U.K. companies across all sectors of both economies. BAB functions as both the American Chamber of Commerce in the U.K. and the British Chamber of Commerce in the USA, making Mr. Edwards a highly connected leader on behalf of the organization in New York City, London and Washington D.C.
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A respected voice on transatlantic relations, Mr. Edwards is a regular contributor to policy discussions and a frequent commentator in international media on U.S. – U.K. business affairs. Before joining BAB, he spent over three decades in the media industry in both London and New York. His last executive role was as president and CEO of Hearst Magazines International, where he also served on the Hearst Corporation board of directors. In recognition of his contributions, Mr. Edwards was appointed an officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by King Charles III in the New Year Honours List for 2024.
“I am very happy to be joining the Leathwaite board and look forward to working with the leadership team as they plan and deliver their strategy,” said Mr. Edwards. “This is a terrific business with big opportunities ahead of it.”
Related: Leathwaite Adds Director to Lead Strategic Communications Practice
Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
