Critical Hires Can’t Wait.
High-stakes roles deserve high-touch search.
We help private companies, PE-backed firms, and mid-market leaders fill critical executive and board positions with unmatched urgency, precision, and partnership.
Tired of Search Firms That Waste Time?
Whether you’re a VP of Sales needing to backfill fast, a Board Chair building strategic capability, or a PE Operating Partner managing across a portfolio — we deliver executive and board talent that actually fits.
Speed & Precision
We fill critical leadership roles in 60–90 days — not quarters.
Senior-Led Execution
Every search is run by a partner-level recruiter. No handoffs. Ever.
Tailored, Not Templated
We align your culture, strategy, and structure with every candidate.
We fill executive and
board roles fast —
with precision, not shortcuts.
Whether you’re replacing a key executive, building out a board, or solving for stalled portfolio hiring, we bring a focused, senior-led process that delivers results — fast. No handoffs. No generic candidates. Just a smarter way to hire.
Why Work With Us
We Move Fast — No Corner Cutting
Strategic roles can’t sit open for 60+ days. We bring you qualified, vetted candidates in weeks — not quarters.
Senior-Level Attention Only
No handoffs to juniors. Every search is led by experienced partners who understand the stakes.
Precision Over Volume
We don’t flood you with resumes. We deliver a shortlist of high-caliber candidates who fit your culture and strategic goals.
Board & Governance Expertise
From forming boards to filling complex seats, we bring governance fluency and best practices — not just names.
Private Equity Ready
We scale with your portfolio. One partner, multiple companies, consistent results.
Trusted & Confidential
You’ll never see our searches on a job board. We operate with discretion and respect for your brand.
What People Say About Us
Josh Stahl
CEO Reviva
We are growing rapidly and needed to fill some key roles. They lived up to their billing by helping us recruit top tier senior executives as well as business development and key operations positions.
Al Hogen
President of Botanic Innovations
Cardinal Mark has recruited all of our key hires over the last several years. They spend the time with you to get as deep an understanding of your needs as they can. They approach each hire as it is their business, we have had great results.
Pat Ryan
Board Chairman, Ryan Companies
They delivered excellent candidates that fit the specific profiles we were seeking. The impact those Directors have had on our Board have been nothing less than fabulous. They are experts in Board recruiting.
Let’s Solve Your
Executive Search Challenge
No sales pitch. No handoff. Just a conversation with a senior partner to understand your needs — and whether we’re the right fit to help. Fill out the form and we’ll be in touch to schedule your consultation.
✅ Discuss your current hiring or board needs
✅ Get insights on how top firms are solving similar challenges
✅ Understand our approach, timeline, and pricing
✅ Walk away with clarity — even if we’re not the right fit
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