Egon Zehnder
Company Information
Leading Principals
Michael Ensser, Chair
Francesco Buquicchio, Chief Executive Officer
Firm Overview
Egon Zehnder is the world’s preeminent leadership advisory firm, empowering today’s leaders with human-centric insights and transformative feedback to navigate their most complex challenges. Our team of 600+ consultants across 66 offices in 36 countries brings hands-on industry experience and collaborative spirit to every client to elevate individuals, organizations, and the world through leadership.
- Industry Focus
- Functional Expertise
- Areas of Service
Arts & Culture
Building Products
Business Services
Chemical & Process Industries
Cleantech
Communications
Consumer Goods & Services
E-Commerce
Enterprise Tech
Entertainment/Media/Sports
Executive Search
Fashion / Apparel
Financial Services
FinTech
Food & Agriculture
Government
Healthcare
Hospitality Asset Management
HR/Diversity
Industrial
Insurance
Legal/Compliance
Leisure
Life Sciences
Logistics & Transportation Services
Luxury
Machinery & Industrial Technology
Mining & Metals
Mobility & Automotive
NGOs
Non-Profit
Private Equity
Professional Services
Real Estate
Restaurants
Retail
Risk Management
Sovereign Wealth Funds
Sustainability
Technology
Wealth Management
C-Suite
Chief Diversity Equity & Inclusion Officer
Chief Information Security Officer
CHRO
Cybersecurity
DE&I
Human Resources
Legal/Compliance
Managing Partner
President
Vice President
Contingent Search
Culture Advisory
Culture Shaping
DE&I
Executive Coaching
Interim
Leadership Consulting
Leadership Development
Onboarding
Succession Planning
News Briefings
U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors Retains Egon Zehnder to Lead Search for 76th Postmaster General and CEO
The U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors has retained global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder to lead the search for the 76th postmaster general and chief executive officer. The firm will work closely with the Governors to identify, evaluate, and select a forward-looking and effective leader to guide the Postal Service into its next chapter....
Egon Zehnder Opens Eighth Office in Germany
Leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has opened its eighth office in Germany unveiling a new location in Dreden. "The opening of our office in Dresden is an important milestone - and not just for us," said Hanns Goeldel, managing partner at Egon Zehnder Germany. "We are the first global consultancy specializing in top leadership to open...
Executive Search 2025: Balancing AI Innovation with a Human Touch
The executive search industry is entering one of its most transformative eras, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and shifting client needs and expectations. In 2024, firms faced many challenges marked by economic uncertainty, evolving workforce dynamics, and increasing demand for specialized leadership roles. While internal talent mobility and cautious hiring strategies were...
Redefining Talent Management for the Modern Age
The workplace has undergone a permanent transformation. Today’s talent leaders navigate an environment shaped by economic disruptions, demographic shifts, and rapid technological advancements. This new reality is not only different but increasingly complex. To succeed in this era, organizations must embrace a comprehensive, future-focused approach to talent management, according to a new report from Egon...
Hunt Scanlon’s Top 10 Search Assignments for 2024
2024 brought challenges across many sectors, but it also showcased the resilience and innovation of top recruiting leaders who rose to meet the moment. Across the board, from non-profits, the Fed, sports teams, research organizations, to start-ups, the Fortune 500, and PE-backed companies, top leaders were in high demand to help steer organizations through significant...
Stepping into the Founder’s Shoes: Evaluating Your Internal Leadership Options
CEO succession is crucial because it ensures leadership continuity, aligns the organization's vision with its future goals, and minimizes disruption during transitions, safeguarding the company's long-term success. When it comes to founder succession, the stakes are especially high, according to a recent report from leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder’s Anna Auerbach. So often, the founder...
