Overview

Global Reach with 15+ Year Track Record of Success

For over 15 years, the partners at Chris Turzo & Associates have been placing the senior executive teams of Global 500 manufacturing, distribution and service companies operating all over the developed and developing world. Our unique, research intensive and data driven search method has allowed us to surface difficult to reach, high caliber candidates in some of the most remote markets worldwide, often building founding market entry teams.

As global citizens committed to a sustainable future, as internet entrepreneurs and as early investors and adopters in the Renewables, “Big Data” and Clean Transportation arenas, we are building the executive teams of the world leaders and emerging companies in these sectors. Our clients include top-tier venture capital and investor backed pioneers of the clean tech, high tech and internet space, as well as Global 500 companies driving growth and innovation. Our network includes corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, angel investors, incubators, venture capital and private equity firms who are leveraging their hard won expertise to build a sustainable future. Our strength is recruiting C, VP, Director and senior executives in all functional disciplines who create value for our clients and their investors.

Process

The Chris Turzo & Associates methodology was developed over thirty years ago by a mentor whose vision identified the coming global economy and created a search method to address it. This time-tested approach was passed on to our partners and has been developed and modernized to meet current market needs. At Chris Turzo & Associates , “boutique” means a custom, personalized approach to every assignment we take on. We guarantee partner-level participation across the entire process, from initial client contact, through candidate screening to offer and acceptance. Clients can always count on a focused, collaborative, informed, and accessible team. A commitment to regular dialog with our clients and candidates helps to ensure that all searches move steadily toward a successful conclusion.

The Chris Turzo & Associates search process is defined below, with each phase’s unique challenges and clear execution critical to overall success. Because there is no such thing as a standard client, we pride ourselves on customizing the process to meet specific needs.

Clarification

Interview the selection team leader to understand our client’s business and culture

Establish and prioritize key selection criteria and develop a detailed, publication-worthy position description

Choose strategic target companies and candidates within those companies

Develop a customized database utilizing our diverse resources including trusted industry contacts and proprietary internal data resources. Our research driven approach allows us to identify hard to find candidates in almost any region of the world.

Review results of research with the client and adapt as necessary

Collection

Contact, qualify, screen, and interview prospects

Regularly update client on status of all candidates Submit background summaries and analysis of the most qualified candidates

Coordinate first-round client interviews

Closing

Client selection of “short-list” candidates for subsequent interviews

Collectively assess relative strengths and “fit” of each candidate to narrow the field

Conduct comprehensive formal reference checks on finalists, including names not provided by candidates when appropriate

Collaborate with clients and candidates to craft a competitive compensation package and work together to close the deal

What Clients Say

Jim Balcom, CEO, PolyFuel, Inc.

You guys did a great job for us recently here at PolyFuel. Our CFO resigned unexpectantly, and we needed someone to replace him as soon as possible. Within one week of contacting your firm, you were able to present an outstanding candidate, with exactly the right skills and experience to fit our unique needs. You…

Filippo J. Mecacci, Global Director of Finance, Kennametal

Chris is the best recruiter I have worked with. He is highly intelligent, motivated and understands cultural diversity allowing him to be at ease in international environments. He is highly successful and works with passion.

Caroline Stockmann, CFO at Save the Children International

Chris is a great person to know, both when recruiting and looking for a new role. Although we worked together only virtually, he was very effective indeed in arranging a number of relevant interviews. He did not waste time, was honest and ethical, and really has a ‘nose’ for a good fit/match. It was a…

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