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Leading Principals

Josh Withers, Founder & GM
Brad Stadler, Co-CEO & Founder
Joe Riggione, Co-CEO & Founder

True Search

Firm Overview

The True platform is a global suite of products and services driving the intelligence behind talent management.

Our journey began over a decade ago, fueled by a vision to transform companies through progressive talent. Today, we stand as a global leader, seamlessly bridging the gap between visionary executives and organizations poised for greatness. When you work with us, you’re backed by data and experience. Our experts blend insights with instinct, ensuring every hire and talent decision is a strategic win

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AI
Consumer
Energy
Enterprise Software
Financial Services
Healthcare
Industrial
Life Sciences
Board of Directors
CEO
Chief Information Security Officer
Compliance & Government Affairs
Data
Diversity
Finance
Go-To-Market Executives
Investment Management
Legal/Compliance
Manufacturing
Operations
Product
Supply Chain
Sustainability
Technology
Data Intelligence
Executive Coaching
Executive Search
Fractional
Interim
Talent Relationship Management Software

News Briefings

Updating How You Work So AI Can Actually Deliver

AI adoption is no longer a technology challenge, it is an operational one. Companies that generate lasting value from AI will be the ones willing to redesign workflows, redefine leadership responsibilities, and embed AI directly into how work gets done every day. Most companies will not fail at AI because they chose the wrong model,...

Raising the Bar for Interim and Fractional Leadership

As companies face mounting pressure to move faster and adapt to constant change, interim and fractional executives are increasingly being brought in not simply to maintain stability, but to drive transformation from day one. Organizations today are seeking experienced leaders who can step into critical roles, solve immediate business challenges, and create momentum while long-term...

True Launches Longevity Practice

Global executive talent platform True has launched its longevity practice, built to place the leaders shaping a complex and fast-evolving category. The practice unites talent experts from its consumer, healthcare, and life sciences teams to drive performance for companies operating at the intersection of science and everyday health. The practice is spearheaded by managing director Todd Zangrillo in North...

Executive Search Continues Its Confident Climb As Transformation Takes Center Stage

The executive search industry entered 2026 from a position of strength. According to Hunt Scanlon, fee revenue at the 50 largest executive search firms in the U.S. / Americas – the global talent sector’s largest and most dominant region – jumped 11 percent last year, topping out at $6.69 billion. Seventy-five percent of search firms...

True Adds Digital Infrastructure Expert

Global executive talent platform True has expanded with the addition of Ros Deans as a partner in its digital infrastructure practice. Based in London with a global remit, Ms. Deans will work with data center operators, infrastructure investors, real estate developers, private equity firms and hyperscalers. She will place C-suite, functional and regional leaders who drive...

The CFO Rewired: From Leading Finance to Driving Strategic Value

Today’s CFO plays an active role in shaping corporate strategy, managing risk, and driving long-term enterprise value. They navigate complexity, challenge the status quo, and act as the CEO’s co-pilot in an ever-changing environment. CFO influence now spans capital allocation, M&A, operational efficiency, and digital transformation, according to a recent report from True. “Today’s CFO...