Stevenson Search Partners Makes Strategic Leadership Transition
October 6, 2025 – Fort Lee, NJ-based Stevenson Search Partners, a global life science executive search firm and a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 ranked search firm, recently announced a strategic leadership transition designed to accelerate growth and strengthen its position as a comprehensive talent solutions partner for the life sciences industry. Kris Steen was promoted to president of executive search, while Adam Bloom transitioned to executive vice president, where he will focus on expanding strategic client partnerships and advancing integrated talent solutions across both executive search and on-demand talent solutions.
“This strategic leadership transition positions us perfectly for our next chapter of growth,” said Larry Dolinko, CEO of Stevenson Search Partners. “Kris’s vision, industry expertise, and commitment to our clients make her the ideal leader for our executive search business, while Adam’s experience and strategic focus will drive our enterprise expansion initiatives. Both have played key roles in shaping our strategic direction and have earned the trust of colleagues and clients alike. Together, they will continue to set the standard for excellence in the life sciences sector.”
In her new role, Ms. Steen will oversee all aspects of the executive search practice, including business development, client relationship management, and search execution. She has been instrumental in building the firm’s reputation, leading the board advisory practice, building leadership teams across biotech and chairing the firm’s DE&I initiatives. Her leadership has guided numerous clients through executive appointments, and her insights on building effective boards have been featured in industry publications.
“I am honored to step into this role at such a pivotal time for our firm,” said Ms. Steen. “I look forward to leading our talented team as we deliver solutions that drive success for our clients. Our culture of collaboration and client focus is what sets us apart, and I am excited for our next chapter.”
As executive vice president, Mr. Bloom will focus on deepening key partnerships and guiding the firm’s expansion through enhanced talent advisory services and M&A activity. This new role allows him to focus more broadly on client and candidate relationships, building upon his experience as a talent advisor.
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“I am excited to take on this new role and continue helping companies build exceptional teams and advance talent careers,” said Mr. Bloom. “Our commitment to quality, teamwork, and advancement has always set us apart, and I look forward to building on these core values as we expand our integrated talent solutions and deliver even greater value to our clients.”
40 Years of Experience
With more than 40 years of experience, Stevenson Search Partners serves the global biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical technology, health technology and CRO/CDMO sectors, with offices in the U.S. and the U.K. Founded in 1979, Stevenson’s expertise includes C-suite, research, clinical, development, commercial manufacturing, and corporate functions, and working with companies ranging from start-ups and academic spinouts to large pharma clients. Stevenson provides a collaborative, long-term approach to its clients with a global network and strategic talent mapping and pipelining and competitive analysis services.
The search firm boasts an entrepreneurial and diversity-driven culture, with expansive industry expertise and broad international reach. In 2020, Stevenson expanded its operations with the opening of an office in the U.K., which also serves the E.U. and other regions, as part of its strategic growth in the global life science and healthcare area.
Stevenson Search Partners Receives Long-Term Investment from SixSibs Capital
Stevenson Search Partners received a significant long-term investment from SixSibs Capital, a Milwaukee-based family-owned private investment company, in an effort to advance its expansion into a total talent solution company for the global life sciences market. The amount of the investment was not disclosed. “Stevenson’s long-term focus on quality, culture, diversity and partnership has been our driving force in providing leading-edge talent and services to our partners across the globe,” said Adam Bloom, president of Stevenson Search Partners. “We are thrilled with the opportunity to build on our foundation and grow our business with the support and collaboration of SixSibs Capital. Our ability to scale our capabilities is an important next step in our commitment to supporting the remarkable life science professionals who are dedicated to advancing medicines and improving lives.”
Late last year, Stevenson Search Partners named Mr. Dolinko as its CEO. Mr. Dolinko, a seasoned leader with a track record of scaling teams and integrating services, will spearhead the strategic direction of the firm. His vision focuses on doubling the size of Stevenson’s executive retained search business while seamlessly growing its new on-demand talent solutions.
“Stevenson has been a trusted partner to the life sciences industry for over 40 years,” said Mr. Dolinko. “This next chapter allows us to broaden our offerings without compromising our core values of quality and collaboration. We see immense opportunities in supporting life sciences companies as they navigate an ever-changing landscape.”
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
