Do You Want to Hire a Senior Executive in Montreal?
Let's TalkWhat We Do
Montreal anchors Quebec's economy , a deep base of manufacturing, distribution, retail, food service, real estate and CPG businesses, many of them owner-managed and family-owned across multiple generations. We help these businesses recruit senior executives who fit not just the role, but the culture and the relationships that make Montreal-area companies work the way they do.
Let's TalkWhat Does the Right Executive Bring to the Table?
The right senior leader brings more than experience. They bring the judgment and the relational depth that owner-managed Montreal businesses depend on.
- Lead operations through Quebec's distinct regulatory and labour environment
- Build cohesive leadership teams in family-owned and founder-led businesses
- Drive growth in established markets where relationships matter most
- Bring institutional rigour to companies professionalizing for the next stage
- Navigate cross-border and bilingual customer or supplier relationships
Our executive search firm is dedicated to helping Montreal-based businesses find the right senior leader for their unique needs.
Why Choose Us for Your Executive Search in Montreal?
We Understand Owner-Managed Business
Montreal's economy is built on owner-managed and family-owned firms. Recruiting for them is its own discipline , and it's our specialty.
Discretion in Tight Markets
Quebec business is a relationship economy. We run quiet, confidential searches that respect that reality.
Senior-Led Search
Lance, Marilyn, and Kelley handle your search personally , no handoffs to junior staff.
Quick Turnaround
Shortlist within three weeks. We respect your urgency.
Confidentiality for Founders
Senior transitions are sensitive. We protect your privacy at every step.
Best Practices
We bring search methodology and interview discipline mid-sized firms often lack in-house.
Our Proven Process for Hiring an Executive in Montreal
Analyze the Need
We conduct a comprehensive analysis of your business and create a Preferred Candidate Profile outlining technical skills, experience, and personality traits.
Research and Identify Candidates
We map out and reach 100–300 potential candidates and present a Benchmark Candidate to ensure alignment with your expectations.
Fine-Tune and Interview
We fine-tune search criteria, conduct in-depth interviews with 15–25 candidates, and present a shortlist of the top 4–5 for you to meet.
Conduct Final Interviews
You interview the shortlisted candidates and select the top 2. Additional stakeholders participate to ensure the best fit.
Extend the Offer
We work closely with you and the final candidate to negotiate terms and lay the groundwork for a successful transition.
Analyze the Need
We conduct a comprehensive analysis of your business and create a Preferred Candidate Profile outlining technical skills, experience, and personality traits.
Research and Identify Candidates
We map out and reach 100–300 potential candidates and present a Benchmark Candidate to ensure alignment with your expectations.
Fine-Tune and Interview
We fine-tune search criteria, conduct in-depth interviews with 15–25 candidates, and present a shortlist of the top 4–5 for you to meet.
Conduct Final Interviews
You interview the shortlisted candidates and select the top 2. Additional stakeholders participate to ensure the best fit.
Extend the Offer
We work closely with you and the final candidate to negotiate terms and lay the groundwork for a successful transition.
One-Year, No-Fault, Full Replacement Guarantee
Our confidence in our process is so strong that we offer a one-year, no-fault, full replacement guarantee on every executive we place. We stand behind our work.
Let Us Help You Find Your Next Executive in Montreal
From CEO to General Manager to VP of Operations, we recruit the senior leaders who run Montreal's owner-managed businesses. Let's talk about what you need.