The Top AI Executive Search Firm

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AI Search Firm

Talentfoot is the premier AI executive search firm connecting forward-thinking organizations with the artificial intelligence leaders who will define their future.

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Trusted by 2500+ AI Driven Companies

Why Talentfoot

is the choice for SMB’s,
Mid-Market and Enterprise businesses

98%

fill rate

5

weeks placement on avg.

2,500+

happy clients

The Challenge: Finding AI Leaders Who Actually Deliver

The artificial intelligence talent shortage has reached critical levels, with demand exceeding supply by 3.2:1 globally. While other firms struggle to understand AI roles, Talentfoot’s AI executive search specialists have been placing AI leaders since the technology emerged as a business imperative across North America.

AI Leaders Who Deliver Measurable ROI

We identify AI leaders who combine deep technical expertise with proven ability to drive business outcomes and ROI.

Talent That Integrates Seamlessly Into Your Vision

Every candidate undergoes rigorous cultural assessment to ensure seamless integration with your team and vision.

The Solution: Talentfoot's AI Search Team

Recruit faster

Our pre-vetted network of artificial intelligence executives enables candidate profiles delivered in as little as 5 business days across all major markets.

Access hidden talent

Meet AI talent with the technical skills and machine learning experience that aren’t browsing job boards because they’re too busy excelling in their current jobs.

Flexible pricing

Flexibile pricing and service options have been designed to meet your organization’s size, stage, and specific recruitment needs. 

Industry-leading guarantee

We take the cringe out of working with traditional recruiters. Our clients enjoy the industry’s best candidate performance guarantee. 

Jennifer Vetter | Tech Executive Search Firm

Jennifer

Executive Recruiter
10+ years exp.
Healthcare, HealthTech, MedTech, SaaS, Cyber Security

Jack Stanek

Jack

Executive Recruiter,
10+ years exp.
Leadership (Manager, Director, VP),
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Engineering.

Tim Bromley

Tim

Technology Practice Lead
20+ years exp.
C-Suite (CTO, CIO, CDO, CSO), Software Engineering, Cloud & Infrastructure, DevOps

Jenna D.

Research Director 10+ years exp.
Leslie Goldhill Headshot

Leslie

Executive Senior Partner
25+ years exp.
CAIO, CTO, CDO, CSO, VP of ML, AI Director, VP of Technology

Technology executive search firm
Tim Bromley

Tim

Technology Practice Lead
20+ years exp.
C-Suite (CTO, CIO, CDO, CSO), Software Engineering, Cloud & Infrastructure, DevOps

Jennifer Vetter | Tech Executive Search Firm

Jennifer

Executive Recruiter
10+ years exp.
Healthcare, HealthTech, MedTech, SaaS, Cyber Security

Jack Stanek

Jack

Executive Recruiter,
10+ years exp.
Leadership (Manager, Director, VP),
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Engineering.

Leslie Goldhill

Leslie

Executive Senior Partner
25+ years exp.
CAIO, CTO, CDO, CSO, VP of ML, AI Director, VP of Technology

Jenna D.

Research Director
10+ years exp.

When to Call
Talentfoot

Urgent Executive Search

No AI leader, no advantage. Without the right executive, data sits idle, costs rise, and opportunities disappear. Talentfoot places AI leaders who turn technology into bottom-line results. 

Building Your AI Team

Building an AI engine from the ground up. We help you hire visionary AI leaders with the expertise to automate processes, scale insights, and unlock new growth.

Leadership Team Misalignment

When AI initiatives stall. We uncover what’s missing at the leadership level and place proven AI executives who accelerate innovation and drive business impact.

New Market Entry

New market, new rules. We connect you with AI executives who bring the strategic foresight and technical acumen to drive a strong launch and lasting growth.

Post-Funding Growth

You’ve secured funding. To win, you need AI leadership that delivers ROI. We place executives who align with your vision and drive measurable results.

Confidential Replacements

When it’s time to replace an AI executive, confidentiality is critical. Our discreet process safeguards your timeline and keeps innovation on track.

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.

AI Executive Roles We Help You Fill

Chief AI Officer

Chief Technology Officer

Chief Data Officer

VP/Director of Artificial Intelligence

VP of Machine Learning

Head of Data Science

AI Engineering Manager

And more

The Top AI Executive Search Firm

Our partners

The Science Behind our

98% Success Rate

Our process is meticulous, data-driven, and designed to provide an unparalleled level of predictive insight. We don’t just find candidates; we validate future leaders.

Search Consultation & Strategy
Customized Recruitment Plan
Plan Execution
Placement
Post-Hire Engagement and Support
Search Consultation and Strategy
Customized Recruitment Plan
Plan Execution
Placement
Post-hire engagement and support

FAQs

Why is Talentfoot the Premier AI Executive Search Firm?

Deep AI Industry Knowledge Across Markets

Our AI executive search team includes former AI executives, data scientists, and technology leaders who understand both the technical and business sides of artificial intelligence across diverse markets from Chicago’s healthcare sector to New York’s financial services.

Exclusive AI Talent Network Nationwide

We maintain relationships with the top 1% of AI executives globally, including many who aren’t actively seeking new opportunities but are open to transformational roles across major technology hubs.

Proven Track Record in Major Markets

With a 98% placement success rate and average time-to-hire of 5 weeks, our AI executive search services consistently deliver results.

What geographic markets do you serve for AI executive search?

Our AI executive search firm is headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York, serving companies nationwide with particular expertise in major tech hubs including San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Boston, Austin, Denver, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Washington DC.

What makes Talentfoot different from other AI executive search firms?

We combine deep AI industry expertise with proven executive search methodology across major markets. Our team, which serves the major tech hubs in the US, includes active and former AI executives who understand both technical requirements and business transformation needs.

Do you work with startups or only large enterprises?

We partner with companies of all sizes across Chicago, New York, and nationwide, from high-growth startups seeking their first AI hire to Fortune 500 enterprises building comprehensive AI leadership teams.

How do you ensure cultural fit for AI executives across different markets?

Every candidate undergoes comprehensive cultural assessment including leadership style evaluation, communication preferences, and alignment with company values and vision. Our artificial intelligence recruiters understand regional business cultures from Silicon Valley innovation to Wall Street precision.

Do you offer AI executive search services for specific industries?

Yes, our AI executive search expertise spans healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, technology, and emerging sectors across all major markets.

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 company or household brand, you’ll benefit from Talentfoot’s unmatched AI executive search success. With a 98% fill rate, we radically outperform traditional recruiters and staffing firms.

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Over 750 Directors, VPs, and
C-Suite Leaders placed

JOIN THE BEST

Over 750 Directors, VPs, and
C-Suite Leaders placed

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