Executive Search Services
Finding and selecting your next leader is a watershed moment for your organization. We understand its importance and impact.
Through years of leading successful executive searches, we’ve honed our approach to a streamlined process that ensures who you select has the skills, values, and buy-in to successfully lead your organization into its next chapter.
Our Executive Search Process
Why Choose HR Collaborative for Your Executive Search?
Local Experts, National Reach
Our team has deep roots in West Michigan. Pair that with our top-tier recruiting tools and technology, and we’re able to find high-caliber executive talent that match your organization’s values and goals.
Commitment to Diversity
Diversity isn’t just another buzzword for HR Collaborative—to us, it means searching everywhere to find the voices and perspectives that reflect and add to your organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Exemplary Committee and Candidate Experience
A leadership change is a critical moment for your organization. We know how important all stakeholders are to the long-term success of your next leader. That’s why we place such a high importance on making the selection experience exemplary for everyone involved in the process, from the selection committee chair to each applicant.
What Our Clients Have Said
Recruiting – Exec Search Board Member
Eric S., Search Committee Chair and Board Member
I thought the entire process was well managed. I really liked the ability to review videos and thought our Talent Acquisition partner did a great job maintaining strong and timely communication. I would definitely recommend HR Collaborative.
Recruiting – Exec Search Board Member 2
Jerry D., Board and Search Committee Member
We could not have done it without HR Collaborative. From your sourcing of candidates to your interview methodology, everything about the process was first class. I think I speak for the entire search committee when I say that HR Collaborative surpassed our expectations!
Recruiting – Exec Search Board Member Covid
Patrick C., Board Chair
HR Collaborative did a masterful job of leading our search committee through the process of selecting a new CEO. Given the limitations of COVID planning and our wide-ranging committee, HRC quietly and professionally led us to the finish line.
HR Collaborative was able to find excellent candidates for the position and orchestrate the process. The committee got the salient points efficiently and in a way that let us move through the search and hire seamlessly and professionally.
Recruiting – Exec Search Candidate Exp
Christine M., Founder & President
I had an extremely good interview with HR Collaborative in what was an Executive Director search. From the email correspondence that was extremely detailed and contained a lot of detailed information about the role to the actual phone interview, HR Collaborative ensured my comfort during the entire interview process. During the phone interview, I was very impressed with the intentionality that they took to read my application materials and ask questions that allowed me to highlight my experiences in a unique and inclusive manner. I truly felt that I could be myself and shine at that moment. It is by far one of the most comfortable and professionally executed interviews I have had in my career.









Our Executive Search Committments
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25% First-Year Total Compensation
We start at 25% of the total first-year annual cash compensation for our search fees—a notable savings over the average 33% or more.
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100% Placement Rate
Our executive acquisition experts will find the perfect candidate for your leadership position. We won’t stop until we find your perfect fit.
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90-Day Guarantee
If a candidate terminates or is terminated for any reason within 90 days from their start date, we’ll start the search process over.
How to Start Collaborating

Fill out our contact form. Our executive search team will connect with you to discuss your next leadership role.
What Happens Next?
Additional Resources
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We’re ready to help you find your next executive. Reach out to us to get the conversation started.