About the Firm
The right leadership changes everything.
Who We Are
56 Executive Search was built on a simple belief: the right leadership changes everything.
We partner with companies to secure high-impact talent at the Director, VP, and C-suite level through a disciplined, retained search approach. Our work is rooted in precision, discretion, and a deep understanding of what drives performance at the highest levels of an organization.
We focus on quality over volume. Every search is intentional, targeted, and aligned with the long-term success of our clients.
Precision
Targeted research and a narrow slate. We present leaders who match the mandate, not a stack of résumés.
Discretion
Confidential by default. Sensitive searches are handled quietly, from first approach to signed offer.
Partnership
One point of contact, direct communication, and honest counsel, including when the answer is no.
James founded 56 Executive Search with a relationship-first mindset and a focus on creating meaningful connections between exceptional people and growing organizations.
Drawing from his background in recruiting, business development, and executive-level relationship management, he brings a thoughtful and highly personalized approach to every engagement.
He believes the strongest partnerships are built through trust, communication, and a genuine understanding of people's goals, motivations, and vision for the future.
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Work with us
We're always open to experienced executive recruiters who want a different kind of desk: senior mandates, transparent economics, and the autonomy to build your own market without a volume quota hanging over it.
If you know a sector cold and would rather do fewer searches exceptionally well, we should talk.
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