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Chicago Executive Search
Chicago's Top Executive Search Firm
Unlock Growth and Drive Revenue Faster with Talentfoot.
Elevate Your Business with Talentfoot Executive Search, where we connect growth-focused companies with Chicago’s most coveted executive talent. Learn why than 2500+ companies in the Chicagoland area trust us to help them hire proven executive talent.
Why Talentfoot
is the choice for Chicago SMB’s,
Mid-Market and Enterprise businesses
We know Chicago Executive Search
Located in the heart of Chicago, our executive search team is in tune with the bustling energy of The Loop, the tech innovation thriving in Fulton Market and River North, and the corporate excellence along the Magnificent Mile.
Boasting a 98% success rate, our network of Chicago’s best executives spans tech-centric neighborhoods and extends throughout Illinois, enabling us to help you recruit and hire top-tier executive C-Suite and VP talent.
leave the resume stack behind. we deliver chicago's top executives.
Stop searching. Start hiring. We help startups and enterprises land exceptional leaders in as fast as 5 weeks, with engagement models that adapt to your needs. No rigid terms. No inflated fees. Just faster, smarter executive hiring that optimizes recruiting costs by up to 35%.
Targeted Headhunting
We only target passive, high-caliber executives whose track record of success and skillset match the ideal candidate profile you require. This approach significantly reduces time-to-hire and turnover rates, enabling you to fill critical roles faster with better talent.
Rigorous Assessment Process
Our use of the scientifically-advanced HOGAN® leadership test and multi-stage interview system exposes a candidate’s DNA, giving you a level of psychometric vetting and that is unmatched by traditional recruiters. This radically improves your quality-of-hire rates by up to 30% and eliminates costly team churn.
Executive Search That Always Delivers
Industry-Leading Performance Guarantee
Experience our commitment to results with flexible, performance-based fee structures and an industry-leading candidate performance guarantee.
A team that has its
talent foot in Chicago
Jenna D.
10+ years exp.
Brian
Senior Partner
18+ years exp.
Marketing and Advertising,
MarTech, AdTech, ConstructionTech
Skylar
10+ years exp.
SaaS, FinTech, InsurTech,
Manufacturing Tech, Tech Consulting
Jaime
Executive Senior Partner
20+ years exp.
Accounting and Finance, Insurance, Manufacturing
Ryan
Senior Partner
15+ years exp.
SaaS, FinTech, InsurTech,
HealthTech, MedTech
Leslie
Executive Senior Partner
20+ years exp.
Technology, Healthcare, and Manufacturing
What You Get with
HOGAN Assessments
Scientifically-backed evaluations to ensure candidates have the right sales DNA and traits.
Passive Talent Access
Tap into our exclusive network of top-performing professionals who aren’t actively searching for jobs.
Performance-Based Fee
Designed to fit your company’s size, stage, and specific recruitment requirements.
Competitive Insights
Unlock competitor compensation models, hiring trends, growth goals, sales culture, and more.
Multi-Step Vetting
Rigorous vetting process to secure only the most qualified candidates.
Comprehensive Onboarding Support
Structured guidance to integrate talent and increase speed-to-revenue.
Chicago Executive Search Clients
Your team was awesome. You thoroughly understood the role and the company he presented me to. You were always available and quick to find answers for me. It’s not easy to come by great executive recruiters and you are definitely one of the best!
Your team really listened to our needs and probed when things weren’t clear or consistent. You also suggested changes to our process which ended up working better for us.
Talentfoot has a deep understanding of the marketing needs of today's business environment, identify great candidates, assess their capabilities and follow-up to finalize the search.
Your team listened very carefully to our brief, and provided us only with candidates who are highly qualified and highly motivated. You didn’t just throw a bunch of names in our face and make us do the work. We were very satisfied with the candidates we interviewed and ultimately thrilled with the one we have hired.
Talentfoot and Patrick spent the time to learn about our organization, our wants, our needs, and our weaknesses, helped shape the search criteria, and gave real feedback on the candidates you produced. Other firms should be embarrassed. They are poseurs compared to our experience with Talentfoot.
We were very pleased with Talentfoot’s work on the search, with many extremely high-caliber candidates to evaluate and work through throughout the process. The team did a great job of telling our story to build and maintain candidate interest and moved the process forward efficiently. We are thrilled to have our first choice candidate come on board.
Search Consultation and Strategy
We take a deep dive into your go-to-market, sales models, motions, and culture to understand what’s required to achieve success in the role, then we build a comprehensive position profile and targeted search strategy around that.
Customized Recruitment Plan
Talentfoot develops a tailored strategy based on your company size, growth goals, industry, and ideal candidate profile.
Plan Execution
Through targeted headhunting, we curate elite candidate pools, vetted by science-based assessments and behavioral interviews, ensuring we deliver only top-tier talent for you.
Placement
We make hiring the talent you want easier with complimentary compensation planning, offer negotiation, and onboarding support.
Post-Hire Engagement And Support
Industry leading guarantee period, onboarding consultation and support, and sales team growth and performance strategy development.
98% Client Success Rate
Whether you’re a growth-focused start-up, scale-up, or mid-market company, you’ll benefit from Talentfoot’s unmatched success. With a 98% fill rate, we radically outperform traditional recruiters and big executive search firms – and do it all in under 5 weeks.
Your next game-changing hire is closer and faster than you think – guaranteed.
Contact Talentfoot Today
Unlike most executive search firms in Chicago, Talentfoot bridges the gap between your company and elite professionals who aren’t on the job hunt. Through Indigo – our exclusive, invite-only C-suite network – you get immediate access to the city’s most coveted executives and leaders who’ve been meticulously vetted for their ability to drive top-line growth.
Your next game-changing hire is closer and faster than you think – guaranteed.
Whether you’re a growth-focused start-up, scale-up, mid-market, or investor backed company, you’ll benefit from Talentfoot’s unmatched sales recruiting success. With a 98% fill rate, we radically outperform traditional recruiters and staffing firms – and do it all in under 5 weeks.
JOIN THE BEST
Over 750 Directors, VPs, and
C-Suite Leaders placed
Ready to Recruit?
Our sales recruiters are standing by. Simply fill out the form and we’ll be in touch to discuss your organization’s sales hiring requirements and answer your questions.
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Our Chicago executive search team is standing by. Simply fill out the form and we’ll be in touch to discuss your organization’s sales hiring requirements and answer your questions.
Here are some commonly asked questions in the meantime.
Here are some commonly asked questions.
Executive Search in Chicago
Our white-glove service redefines executive search in Chicago. Partner with us and receive a dedicated team including an account partner, a research and candidate assessment team, and a client success manager, all committed to your unique needs.
We offer more than a search – gain insights with market and competitive intelligence, compensation guidance, and candidate onboarding support. Elevate your executive hiring with Talentfoot – where your success is our mission.
More Frequently Asked Questions
Chicago’s premier executive search partner, Talentfoot, stands out as a strategic member of YPO and CHIEF, bringing unmatched expertise to the heart of the Windy City. Celebrated in Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, and more, our approach goes beyond filling roles – we redefine what leadership means.
What makes Talentfoot Chicago’s top executive search firm?
Talentfoot sets itself apart as Chicago’s foremost executive search firm, known for our exceptional skill in matching top-tier talent with leading organizations. Our firm is proud of its in-depth understanding of Chicago’s diverse business landscape and our adeptness in identifying and recruiting leaders who can drive transformative growth. Our success lies in our personalized approach, tailoring each search to our client’s distinct strategic objectives and corporate culture, solidifying our role as a trusted partner in Chicago’s executive search arena.
What executive search roles does Talentfoot place in Chicago?
Talentfoot in Chicago is adept at filling a wide array of executive roles across different industries. Our expertise spans C-level positions (CEO, CFO, CTO, CMO), Vice Presidents, Directors, and Senior Managers. We emphasize roles critical to the strategic and operational success of organizations, ensuring the placement of impactful leaders who bring about substantial change.
What surrounding areas does Talentfoot’s Chicago executive search serve?
Talentfoot’s executive search services in Chicago extend beyond the city to encompass the Greater Chicago Area and parts of Illinois. Our extensive network and profound comprehension of these areas enable us to link local businesses with top executive talent who understand the unique challenges and opportunities present in these markets.
What makes Talentfoot different from other Chicago executive search firms?
Talentfoot differentiates itself from other Chicago executive search firms with our specialized and forward-thinking approach. Concentrating on key sectors such as Sales, Marketing, and Technology, we aim to drive growth and innovation in your business. Our consultative, all-encompassing strategy ensures the alignment of talent with your business vision.
We use sophisticated methods like science-based HOGAN® leadership assessments and comprehensive multi-stage interviews for unmatched precision in talent selection. Our dedication goes beyond placement; we offer extensive post-hire support to ensure new leaders not only integrate well but also propel your organization’s success.
Clients benefit from the exclusive Indigo Network Advantage – direct access to an elite network of C-suite leaders, providing unparalleled connections and insights. With Talentfoot, you get more than a recruitment service; you gain a strategic ally equipped with premier tools and customized strategies for businesses of any size and stage. Choose Talentfoot for an executive search experience in Chicago that is as exceptional as your next leader.
Hire the people who drive growth.
Join more than 2500+ companies who leverage our executive search and recruiting services to hire marketing, sales, technology, eCommerce, data, operations, and finance leaders who drive revenue, growth, and innovation.
Hire the people who drive growth.
Join more than 2500+ companies who leverage our executive search and recruiting services to hire marketing, sales, technology, eCommerce, data, operations, and finance leaders who drive revenue, growth, and innovation.
Talentfoot Executive Search specializes in future proofing organizations by securing forward-thinking leaders across sales, marketing, eCommerce, product, data, operations, finance, and technology who have a proven track record of success.
Contact
- 30 S Wacker Dr Suite #1260, Chicago, IL 60606