PierceGray Seeking CHRO for Ackerman Plumbing
December 3, 2024 – PierceGray was recently called in by Ackerman Plumbing Inc. in Charlotte, NC, to lead in its search for a new chief human resources officer. With Shore Capital’s backing, Ackerman Trade Services is seeking its first CHRO to support its future growth agenda. This executive will build out policies, procedures, and systems to professionalize and lead the HR function. The CHRO will need to effectively balance the strategic development of HR capabilities with a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves execution approach. Reporting to the CEO, this individual will be based in Charlotte, NC.
PierceGray is looking for candidates with over 10 years of progressive HR experience in a company of appropriate size and complexity, preferably within a construction, services, or manufacturing environment. M&A integrations experience preferred. Experience building or scaling the HR function in high-growth, fast-paced companies is preferred as well as demonstrated expertise in a broad range of HR topics (HR strategy, labor relations, talent management, etc.)
Candidates should have a strong business acumen and ability to connect HR to broader business goals (growth, profit, services strategy, etc.) as well as a track record operating successfully in unionized environments. Those applying must also have excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations, and human resource management principles and best practices; union experience. A willingness and ability to display a ‘roll up the sleeves’ approach, engaging in driving tactical execution when necessary is also desired.
Shore Capital launched the Ackerman Trade Services platform in 2024 with its inaugural investment in Ackerman Plumbing. The initial investment, Ackerman Plumbing, is a provider of commercial plumbing services, serving industries such as cultural and community, education, healthcare, hospitality, housing, industrial, and retail. Ackerman Plumbing offers value, engineering, problem-solving, responsiveness, and integrity to clients. he company is based in Sarasota, FL, and has grown from $22 million to $95 million in revenue over the past two years
PierceGray is a specialized, retained executive search firm focused on building leadership teams in investor-back environments. The firm is functionally-focused, hiring executives and building teams in the following disciplines: operations and supply chain, sales and marketing, finance and transformation, and general management. PierceGray’s clients include private equity firms and portfolio companies as well as publicly-held companies across North America. PierceGray has been operating since 2006 and serves clients in nearly every industry sector in North America.
Matt Hamlin is the managing partner of PierceGray. Based in New York, he leads the firm’s day-to-day operations as well as key client engagements, specializing in C-suite placements in high-growth transformational environments. Prior to PierceGray, Mr. Hamlin was a management consultant focused on procurement and supply chain, gaining exposure to private equity during his time at Alvarez and Marsal. He has worked across nearly every industry sector, with search experience aligned to PierceGray’s functional offerings.
CHRO Recruiting
CHROs have become critical stakeholders in defining the strategy of a company. Their job description calls for them to tackle the HR challenges and evolving expectations of a dynamic workplace environment that will consist of constant change, calculated risk-taking, and evolving expectations from top stakeholders. Those well-equipped to achieve the greatest success will have diverse skill-sets, be adaptable and agile, and gain hands-on learning from working through real life situations and acquiring knowledge across disciplines and industries. Here is a sampling of recent CHRO searches from the Hunt Scanlon Media archives:
Hanold Associates HR & Diversity Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Maureen Pittenger as executive vice president and chief human resources officer of Domino’s Pizza. Jason Hanold, Lisa Butkus-Yae, Meg McElroy and Catie Nelson led the Ann Arbor, MI-based search. “We are excited to have Maureen join Domino’s as she brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams,” said Russell Weiner, CEO. “At Domino’s, our people are our competitive advantage, and Maureen’s expertise in leading workforce development on a global scale will help us get even better.” Ms. Pittenger joins Domino’s with more than 20 years of experience in human resources. She previously served as senior vice president and CHRO at Dana Inc., a position she held since 2022.
Charlotte, NC-based HARTZ Search has assisted in the recruitment of Dawn Zell Wright as the new chief human resources officer of LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA. “Dawn Zell Wright is a transformative leader who has played a key role in bringing together complex, growing healthcare systems through her strategic partnerships,” said Greg Feirn, CEO of LCMC Health. “Her ability to foster highly reliable organizations for patient outcomes, employee experience, and community impact makes her a perfect fit for LCMC Health. We are thrilled to welcome her to our team.” Ms. Wright brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles. She joined CHRISTUS Health in November 2021 as system vice president of human resources operations.
Koya Partners, a part of Diversified Search Group, has been retained by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to find a chief human resources officer. Kim Dukes, Maureen Alphonse-Charles, and Andy Tarsy of Koya Partners have been exclusively retained for this search. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts seeks a creative, collaborative, and experienced leader to serve as its next CHRO and head of its human resources division. This executive oversees human resources policies, practices, and activities for all executive branch employees in more than 70-plus agencies. This includes efforts to attract, retain, educate, and develop this diverse workforce while maintaining positive labor relations to ensure high-quality public services are provided to residents across the state.
Related: Kaplan Partners Recruits CHRO for Provident Bank
Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
