SpenglerFox Expands in DACH Region
October 16, 2025 – Global executive search provider SpenglerFox has expanded with the addition of Prianka Chaturvedula. Based in Frankfurt, she will play a key role as senior client partner in scaling SpenglerFox’ presence in the DACH region by supporting our cross-border leadership mandates globally. “We are delighted to welcome Prianka to the SpenglerFox family,” said Jens Friedrich, CEO of SpenglerFox. “Her strong professional background will be an invaluable asset for us as we strengthen our team in the life sciences and medtech sectors across the DACH region. Welcome onboard Prianka, looking forward to working with you and celebrating many successes together.”
Ms. Chaturvedula is a senior professional with over a decade of experience supporting clients across the life sciences, pharma, medtech, and healthtech sectors. “Holding a degree in chemistry, she brings scientific insight and business understanding to complex executive hiring needs,” SpenglerFox said. “Her consultative, relationship-driven approach focuses on building long-term partnerships and delivering strategic talent solutions across R&D, medical, regulatory, and other key functions.”
Before joining SpenglerFox, Ms. Chaturvedula spent several years with a boutique search firm. She is also founder and investor of MÉRAKI Health, an independent venture focused on advancing health and wellness initiatives. Her previous experience includes leading the Berlin team at Dwight Cribb Personalberatung and serving as senior team lead for the permanent business division at Hays in Berlin.
Before that, Ms. Chaturvedula held the position of team lead for IT digital at PERM4 | Permanent Recruiting GmbH in Frankfurt, managing digital and technology placements. Earlier in their career, she spent several years with Xelios Consult as senior project manager and lead for Life Science & Pharma, developing a strong foundation in project management and industry-specific recruitment.
“Joining SpenglerFox is a thrilling opportunity for me to collaborate with a talented team dedicated to driving transformative changes in life sciences and medtech,” said Ms. Chaturvedula. “I look forward to navigating this exciting journey together, with passion and purpose, to create innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact on our clients and communities.”
Related: SpenglerFox Appoints Head of Life Sciences and Switzerland
Founded in 2003, SpenglerFox is a global search and HR services firm working across multiple territories serving both the mature and emerging markets. The firm further provides interim management, payrolling, and recruitment process outsourcing in both mature and emerging markets. The firm also has a dedicated focus on board work for small to mid-sized companies and a research team that provides talent mapping and pipelining solutions.
Past Addition
Earlier this year, SpenglerFox added Steve Meynen as senior client partner in Belgium. He plays an active role across the industrial, digitech and private equity practices. “Steve’s strong professional background will be an invaluable asset for us as we strengthen our presence in Belgium and across the larger Benelux region,” said Mr. Friedrich.
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Mr. Meynen is a seasoned executive with extensive expertise in executive search, general management, sales, and marketing, having held numerous senior leadership roles across diverse industries. With a track record of driving growth, innovation, and strategic transformation, he has experience in managing complex, high-impact organizations.
Prior to joining SpenglerFox, Mr. Meynen was a partner at Amrop. During his tenure, he worked closely with organizations and private equity firms across industries, helping them identify and nurture top-tier leadership talent. Before his time at Amrop, Mr. Meynen served as the worldwide chief commercial officer at Awingu, a Belgian SaaS start-up, where he played a pivotal role in its international growth and success.
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
