The Old Math Is Broken: Rethinking Growth, Headcount and Margins in the AI Era

(November 6, 2026) Can executive search firms grow revenue without adding headcount at the same pace?

In this Hunt Scanlon Media webinar, presented in partnership with Recruiterflow, Manan Shah moderates a discussion with Nada Usina of NU Advisory Partners, Claire Smart of Gillespie Manners, and Robert Peck of 20/20 Foresight on how AI is reshaping search firm economics, organizational structures, and growth strategies.

The panel explores how firms are automating workflows, increasing consultant productivity, and shifting resources toward higher-value client relationships, while addressing the challenges of AI adoption, evolving talent requirements, and changing expectations around margins and search fees.