Nexus Search Partners Appoints SVP of Client Relations
September 10, 2024 – Nexus Search Partners, an executive search and advisory firm in Charlotte, NC, has expanded with the addition of Darci Galvin as senior vice president of client relations. In this position, she will focus on optimizing client success and fostering growth through the creation and execution of strategic initiatives. “We are thrilled to welcome Darci to the Nexus team,” said Thaddeus Jones, founder and managing partner of Nexus Search Partners. “Her wealth of experience and proven track record in fostering client relationships aligns with our commitment to providing unparalleled service. Darci’s appointment underscores our dedication to purpose-driven growth and setting high standards in the executive search industry.”
Ms. Galvin joins Nexus Search Partners with over 18 years of experience in the executive search industry. Most recently, she served as vice president of global client services at True, where she focused on partnership success and served as a bridge to the firm’s full range of services. Before that, Ms. Galvin spent 15 years at Spencer Stuart, where she played a key role in building the private equity practice and assisted in creating a business development team focused on strategic relationships.
In her position with Nexus, Ms. Galvin will lead efforts to enhance client engagement, develop strategic partnerships, and ensure the firm’s services exceed client expectations. “I am excited to join Nexus Search Partners and contribute to its purpose-driven mission to reimagine executive search,” she said. “The firm’s focus on creating access for all talent at the executive level, coupled with its innovative approach to talent acquisition, presents a unique opportunity to deliver exceptional value to clients. I look forward to building on Nexus’ strong foundation and driving initiatives that will further elevate our client partnerships.”
Nexus Search Partners was launched in 2022. The firm’s executive search process is built on four comprehensive pillars: in-depth cultural assessments, transparency and accountability, diverse candidate slates, and SVP+ executive coaching. Nexus Search Partners places cross-functional executives in consumer products and services, energy, financial and professional services, life sciences, private equity, and technology.
Recent Hires
Earlier this year, Nexus Search Partners named Mary Winston as a senior partner. “Nexus could not be more proud to have Mary on our team,” said Mr. Jones. “Her years of experience across diverse industries and corporate strategy acumen will be instrumental in helping Nexus achieve its next milestones. More importantly, Mary brings the same sense of purpose and an intentional, values-driven mindset that will be integral to not only meeting our clients’ needs, but to continuing to grow the Nexus brand and reimagine what executive search can be.”
Ms. Winston is a seasoned executive who has held key leadership positions with several U.S. retail giants and serves on the public boards of Northrop Grumman, TD Bank Group, Acuity Brands Inc., and Chipotle Mexican Grill. Previously, she held chief financial officer roles at national retailer Family Dollar, grocery and convenience chain Giant Eagle, and global media and publishing company Scholastic. She assumed the role of interim CEO at Bed Bath & Beyond from May to November 2019, making her just the second Black woman to serve as CEO of a Fortune 500 company.
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Nexus Search Partners also recently added former Amazon and Microsoft executive Sean Kelley as a senior partner. “With Sean Kelley joining Nexus’ leadership team, we aren’t just gaining a senior partner with a remarkable track record,” said Mr. Jones. “We’re gaining a dedicated ally who understands that ID&E isn’t just a box to check, but a fundamental strength to be embraced. His perspective and passion for leveling the playing field for underestimated talent – particularly veterans – and creating opportunities at the executive level align seamlessly with Nexus’ core values. There are people who care about ID&E because it’s part of their job, and then there are people who care about ID&E because it’s part of their soul – and Sean Kelley is the latter.”
Mr. Kelley is a former Amazon and Microsoft executive who pioneered the development of inclusive talent strategies and military veteran transition programs. His nationally recognized expertise will elevate the firm’s robust consultative offerings across a number of verticals, including technology, consumer products, financial services, private equity and venture capital and life sciences.
“I’ve been fortunate throughout my career to be a stalwart ally for inclusive leadership and to create values-driven change with people and companies I deeply admire,” said Mr. Kelley. “When Thadd first approached me with his vision for Nexus and the very real possibility to transform executive search, I knew it was an organization – and role – I wanted to sink my teeth into. My life’s work parallels Nexus’ mission to create opportunities for diverse leaders at the executive level, and I’m excited to spark candidate-centric, systemic change in the executive search industry.”
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
