Ryan Bonner, Partner — Bespoke Partners

Ryan Bonner is a Partner leading the Marketing and Technology Leader Practices with Bespoke Partners. Based in Boston, he joined the firm in 2024. Prior to Bespoke, he spent the previous decade with Spencer Stuart focused on supporting both PE backed and public companies recruit B2B Technology Marketers, Product leaders and digital transformation teams.

Prior to search Ryan was a 20-year operator holding senior go-to-market roles with brands like Bose Corporation, Thermo Fisher Scientific and CVS Pharmacy.

Ryan has his bachelor’s degree in economics from Princeton University.  He ran D1 Track at Princeton as well as owning and operating his own business on campus while earning his degree

Andy Caine, COO & Partner, Head of Frazier’s CoE Team — Frazier Healthcare Partners

Andy Caine has worked at Frazier since 2016. After serving as a consultant on several successful investments, he joined the Frazier Growth Buyout team as a Center of Excellence Partner, where he has helped build our Human Capital and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs. In 2022, Andy took on a broader mandate as the Chief Operating Officer of the Center of Excellence team. In this role, his responsibilities include the recruitment, management, and deployment of the firm’s Center of Excellence Team across our portfolio companies. He continues to shape our ESG program as well as other firm-level initiatives.

Andy is an expert in organizational development and talent management. Over his 20-year professional career, Andy has led and advised a myriad of high-growth organizations and is an expert in helping private equity-backed companies scale. In total, he has conducted over 500 talent evaluations, coached over 200 leaders, and assessed over 150 companies across 30+ different private equity firms.

Prior to Frazier, Andy was a Partner at Green Peak, where he helped shape and lead their organizational due diligence practice. Before Green Peak, he was Organization Practice Expert at McKinsey & Company, where he became the first in that practice to win the Marvin Bower Award for Innovation on two separate occasions.

Andy began his professional career as an Aviation Officer in the U.S. Army, where he served as an attack helicopter platoon leader and company commander, flying over 700 combat flight hours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and Combat Action Badge, finishing his service by teaching leadership at the United States Military Academy (West Point).

Carolyn Carpeneti, Talent Partner — Peterson Partners

Carolyn Carpeneti is a Talent Partner at Peterson Partners and Peterson Ventures. Prior to joining Peterson Partners, Carolyn was the Vice President of Talent at All Raise, a venture funded organization designed to support female founders and build diversity in the Board Room. Carolyn built out their Board Xcelerate program, which placed diverse candidates onto pre-IPO corporate boards. Prior to All Raise, Carolyn spent several years as an executive recruiter. Most recently as Managing Director at The Leadership Group, a boutique executive search firm focused on placing C-level executives, VPs, and Board candidates within early, late-stage, and public companies.

Dean Carter, Chief Experience Officer — Modern Executive Solutions

Dean Carter is widely known as an innovative leader of People & Culture for over 20 years as a 4-time CPO across Fortune 50, culture-driven organizations. Prior to Modern, Dean served in the role of CPO for Guild, Sears, Fossil, and Patagonia, where his executive leadership role spanned across People, Culture, Finance, and Legal functions. Dean’s perspectives on the future of work and regenerative approaches to employee experience are frequently featured in highly recognized national publications.

He has served as a public company independent director for Cornerstone OnDemand and currently, is an independent Board Director for Griffith Foods. He also serves on Tech Advisory Boards for SemperViren VC, Wellist, and AirVet.

Dean serves his home communities as a board member for Pacific Pride Foundation, supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and the world-renowned classical music innovation institute, the Music Academy.

Carissa Clark, Founding Partner & CEO — Assembly Group

Carissa began her executive recruiting career over a decade ago at Bespoke Partners, a boutique executive recruiting firm, where she was one of the firm’s first hires, and played an integral role in building the company’s infrastructure and client base. Carissa’s passion for partnering with Founders and CEOs to build world class leadership teams is what led her to start Assembly Group in February 2019.

Throughout her career, Carissa has worked exclusively in software and technology and partnered with top PE/ VC firms like Insight Partners, Summit Partners, Thoma Bravo, Hg and TA Associates. Carissa leads Assembly’s CEO and CFO practice.

Carissa graduated with honors from the University of San Diego with a B.A. in Communication Studies and Marketing and is based in Austin, TX.

Ellie O'Brien Coleman, Principal — Oxeon

Ellie O’Brien Coleman is a Principal at Oxeon, a leading executive search and investment firm specializing in the healthcare industry. With deep expertise in talent strategy, Ellie collaborates with entrepreneurs, executives, and investors to build high-performing leadership teams that drive innovation in healthcare. Her work spans C-suite placements, including CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and commercial leadership, positioning organizations for long-term success in a rapidly evolving industry.

In 2019, Ellie founded Oxeon’s West Coast practice in Seattle, where she has been instrumental in expanding the firm’s presence. She is a key driver behind Oxeon’s board diversity initiatives, championing efforts to bring more diverse perspectives to healthcare leadership. Ellie also leads a female-focused networking group for healthcare leaders in Seattle, fostering a strong community of women executives dedicated to advancing the sector.

Committed to improving the U.S. healthcare system, Ellie is passionate about supporting initiatives that enhance care delivery and access. Outside of her work at Oxeon, she contributes to the community by serving on the board of the Seattle Nativity School, a tuition-free middle school that empowers children from underserved communities through education and holistic support.

Meagan Cooper, VP, US HR & Global Talent— B Capital

As a seasoned leader in human resources and talent acquisition, Meagan Cooper brings over 20 years of experience driving impactful strategies that align with organizational objectives and foster a culture of excellence. Currently serving as the Vice President of US HR and Global Recruiting, she is dedicated to shaping the future of the workforce through innovative recruitment methodologies and comprehensive HR initiatives.

Meagan’s journey in HR has been marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence, consistently leveraging data-driven insights to optimize recruitment processes, enhance employee engagement, and cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. With a deep understanding of both the US market landscape and global talent dynamics, she is adept at navigating complexities to attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent that drives business success.

In her role, Meagan is committed to fostering strong partnerships across departments, collaborating closely with senior leadership to understand business needs and deliver strategic HR solutions that propel growth and performance. Whether it’s implementing cutting-edge technologies to streamline recruitment workflows or spearheading initiatives to nurture employee development and well-being, she thrives on the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at every level of the organization

Dina DeMarco, Division President — Hueman Private Equity Talent Solutions

Dina DeMarco is an accomplished talent acquisition leader. She has held leadership roles in Talent Acquisition at the University of Chicago Medicine and Baptist Health of Florida. Her expertise extends to her tenure as SVP in Hueman’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing division, where she developed recruitment strategies and delivery models for organizations in a variety of industries.

In 2020, Dina founded Hueman PE Talent Solutions, bringing both tactical and strategic talent acquisition solutions to PE-backed portfolio companies.

Dina’s industry influence is underscored by her membership in the Forbes HR Council, a recognition of her thought leadership. Additionally, she has been recognized by HRO Today and has presented at numerous conferences.

Residing in Atlantic Beach, Florida, with her husband Jeff and rescue dog Buddy, Dina is involved in her community, previously serving on the board of several non-profits. In her leisure time, you will find Dina reading or playing soccer.

Ben Dewar, Partner — NU Advisory Partners

Ben is a Partner at NU Advisory Partners specializing in senior leadership roles, with a focus on HR/people, legal, and talent functions. He’s known as a trusted advisor who delivers world-class executive talent into dynamic organizations.

Prior to NU, Ben spent nearly 10 years at True Search, where he built and co-led the firm’s People, Talent, and Legal Practice. He specialized in CPO and CLO searches for growing businesses across tech and consumer sectors, across all asset classes. Ben has also led searches for investment, talent, and legal professionals into investment firms. Before True, he was a Managing Director at TalentSky, a venture-backed search technology and services company. Ben began his executive search career at Russell Reynolds Associates and Chadick Ellig in New York. Prior to his search career, Ben practiced corporate law with Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and with Davis & Gilbert.

Logan Dubois, Managing Partner – Modum Search

Logan Dubois is Managing Partner at Modum Search, bringing over a decade of experience in executive search and talent acquisition. Known for his strategic insight and dedication to client success, Logan has a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across various industries. His expertise in identifying and nurturing leadership potential has made him a trusted advisor to many organizations seeking to build strong, effective teams. Logan’s commitment to excellence and his deep understanding of the evolving talent landscape continue to drive Modum Search’s success in connecting exceptional candidates with outstanding opportunities.

Keith Giarman, Managing Partner, Global Private Equity Practice – DHR Global

Keith Giarman serves as Managing Partner of the Private Equity Practice, based out of the San Francisco and New York offices. He is also a member of the firm’s North American Executive Committee driving overall strategy for the organization.

Keith led the launch and successful expansion of the Private Equity Practice over the past 10 years. Under his leadership, the practice manages approximately 100 board, C-level and senior search assignments per year working with management teams and top-tier investors. He is also a core member of the Board & CEO and CFO practice groups.

Prior to joining DHR, Keith built the CEO practice for one of the premiere boutique executive recruiting firms in Silicon Valley serving the venture capital community. Previously he worked extensively with VC and PE investors, most recently as President and CEO of Clarus Systems. He was also Vice President of Sales, Service and Marketing at Citizens Communications. He was one of five executives on the senior leadership team responsible for 800 employees, $1 billion in revenue and $200 million in operating income.

Alissa Henriksen, Co-President + Founder – Grey Search + Strategy

Alissa Henriksen has devoted her entire career to recruiting. After working for a large recruiting firm out of college, she started her first business in 2008 and has never looked back. She started supporting Fortune 500 and Fortune 100 companies with their recruiting strategies at the age of 24, and has built more than 15 years of experience working with clients ranging from small start-ups to billion dollar public corporations. In that time, she has recruited contributor to executive-level roles, rebuilt recruiting and interviewing processes to attract and retain talent, crafted strategies for challenging rural areas, developed proprietary ‘play books’ that guide managers through successful hiring and much more.

Locke Jillson, Vice President, Executive Talent – Lightspeed Venture Partners

Locke Jillson is currently the Vice President of Executive Talent at Lightspeed, with a specific focus on GTM/G&A/General Business functions in support of Lightspeed’s Early-Stage Enterprise portfolio. Between Lightspeed and his previous role as a Principal at a premier boutique executive search firm for venture-backed startups, Locke has spent the past decade working closely with Founders, Boards, and Executives to build the best possible leadership teams through counseling on topics including organizational design, role definition, and talent acquisition strategy. Prior to Lightspeed, Locke held a leadership position at Kindred Partners, a retained firm specializing in building senior management teams for top technology companies. His unique background includes a stint as a professional hockey player. He holds a B.S. in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University, where he was also a member of the Men’s Ice Hockey Team.

Jenny Kang, Talent Partner – Battery Ventures

Jenny Kang leads the talent practice serving venture/growth companies in the Battery portfolio. She selectively executes some high-level searches for portfolio companies and manages a preferred group of retained and contingent search firms, as well as referring executive-level candidates to portfolio companies for open roles. More broadly, she serves as a resource on talent and company-culture best practices, including team building, compensation, negotiation, referencing and employee on-boarding.

Prior to Battery Jenny was the head of executive go-to-market recruiting at Sequoia Capital. There, she supported key executive searches and offered counsel on searches related to functions including sales, marketing, customer success, sales/business operations and business development. She also helped manage and advise on searches for critical internal hires, including the CMO and head of investor operations; she also organized and hosted community-building events for the firm. Before joining Sequoia, Jenny was a senior associate in Spencer Stuart’s technology, media and telecommunications search practice. In that role, she identified and developed candidates for senior-level executive searches at companies ranging from early-stage startups to large public enterprises, with an industry focus on enterprise technology (hardware, software and SaaS), security, telecommunications, e-commerce, digital media and entertainment.

Before starting her career in executive search, Jenny was a defense attorney, running her own private practice and working as a contract attorney for other law offices. She represented individuals charged in state and federal court with misdemeanors and felonies through all stages of their respective cases, including trial.

Anthony Keizner, Managing Partner – Odyssey Search Partners

Anthony Keizner is a managing partner at Odyssey Search Partners in New York. He has been involved with buyside talent for fifteen years. He oversees Odyssey’s recruiting and consulting work, that includes team build-outs, organizational design, and compensation structures. He has experience supporting numerous world-class firms to hire exceptional talent in roles such as investment leads, HR heads, IR/marketing heads and positions across deal teams. Anthony is the chief writer of Odyssey’s regular thought-pieces on topics including impact investing, diversity hiring, and compensation trends. A recognized expert in the buyside talent space, Anthony is regularly quoted in the financial press such as Reuters, Business Insider and Bloomberg.

Before a career in executive search, Anthony was a senior vice president at Gerson Lehrman Group, the networking platform, and a consultant a Monitor Group, the strategy consulting firm. He started his career at Citibank/Salomon Smith Barney as an analyst and rose to become a VP within corporate and investment banking.

Girish Mirchandani, Head of Talent – WestBridge Capital

Girish Mirchandani is Head of Talent at WestBridge Capital and is based out of Silicon Valley. He loves working internally with our stakeholders as well as with our portfolio companies to attract and retain exceptional talent. Girish is truly passionate about putting together winning teams that go on to create magic. SaaS, Infrastructure, Consumer Technology, and eCommerce innovations pique his interest.

Before joining us, he formerly led internal executive recruiting for Pure Storage, a public data storage company. Prior to Pure, Girish spent most of his career at top tier executive search firms scouting talent for private equity and venture capital-backed enterprise and consumer technology companies. He also helped start RentPayment.com (now Yapstone), a mobile payment company. He took his first step in the financial services space with a stint at Northwestern Mutual.

Girish holds an undergraduate degree in marketing from Miami University and a master’s degree in business administration from Pepperdine University.

Siadhal Magos, Co-founder & CEO – Metaview

Siadhal Magos is the co-founder and CEO of Metaview, the AI platform for recruiting conversations. Metaview powers recruiters at firms like JM Search, Swing Search, Riviera Partners, and Andreesen Horowitz. Prior to founding Metaview in 2018, he was a Product leader at Uber.

Elyssa Pedote, Talent Director – Greycroft

Elyssa joined Greycroft in 2022 and is based in San Francisco. She oversees internal recruiting for Greycroft and executive talent support for Greycroft portfolio companies.

Prior to Greycroft, Elyssa led talent acquisition and development at Generate Capital, where she helped double the size of the organization and designed development paths for employees.

Before Generate, Elyssa was a member of the Human Capital team at SoftBank, where she supported global portfolio companies across sectors through executive talent strategy. Elyssa started her career at the executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles, where she partnered with companies across fintech, consumer finance, and technology sectors focusing on CEO, Board, COO, General Manager, and other Technology leadership positions.

Elyssa holds a BA in Healthcare Markets and Finance and was a captain of the Division I Women’s Swim Team at the University of Pennsylvania.

Nathaniel Schiffer, Chief Executive Officer – The Christopher Group

Nathaniel (Nat) Schiffer has held virtually every job at The Christopher Group. Today he is TCG’s Chief Executive Officer. Nat has played a key role in the rebranding of TCG as an Agile HR & Business Solutions company that includes the launch of the firm’s Interim HR Leader and Consulting Divisions. Among his many accomplishments at TCG, he is most proud of TCG being recognized in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 by Forbes as one of the nation’s top executive search firms.

With over 30 years of experience in Human Resources, Corporate Executive Services, and Executive Search. Nat has a keen understanding of business strategy and operations, organizational structure, and talent acquisition/assessment/development. This unique combination of experiences enables him to play a pivotal role in partnering with senior executives at Fortune 500 firms, start-ups, P/E Backed as well as private and closely held companies. Nathaniel specializes in all levels of HR search but frequently leads the firms most senior-level searches to Include CHRO, VP, and other levels with critical succession implications. He has recently completed searches across multiple industries and HR verticals with the likes of Phillips 66, Lamb Weston, Parker Hannifin, Air Products, Altria, SC Johnson, Delta Dental, VCA/ Mar’s Pet Care, Alcon/Novartis, Cal State Fullerton, and Acorn start-ups such as OYO Rooms.

Atli Thorkelsson, VP of Talent Network – Redpoint Ventures

Atli Thorkelsson manages Redpoint’s Talent Network, working with founders to develop their talent and people strategies, and connecting them with leadership candidates and advisors. He previously worked at SPMB, a leading tech-focused executive search firm, where he specialized in pre-IPO enterprise software companies.

Atli grew up in San Jose and earned dual B.A. degrees from Berkeley in Legal Studies and Political Economy, and was a member of the varsity men’s crew team.

Max Woolger, Head of Growth – Ezekia

Max Woolger leads growth for Ezekia. Having spent 12+ years in executive search running Bd, Data and CRM for the founders of 3 global search firms, using a range of CRMs, he is well placed to advise and assist prospective clients as they make their CRM choice. He also spent 3 years prior to joining Ezekia in a B2B relationship technology business selling in to search firms, law firms, consultancies and insurance brokers and underwriters so he has a broad grasp of the challenges for in-house exec recruiting teams.