Web design interface showing a section with a central illustration of a person under a spotlight marked with a “P” symbol. Around the figure are role titles such as CEO, VP SALES, CMO, CTO, and CFO with upward arrows, implying career progression or recruitment. Below the figure, bold text reads “Built to know who’s next.” The background gradient transitions from blue to peach. Below the graphic is a heading: “Connection is our business,” followed by a short paragraph about Perform Search’s fast and connected executive recruitment process.
Why Perform
Connection is at the core of everything we do.
At Perform Search we do it differently, we do it faster. In 7-10 days to be exact, which is 50% faster than other executive recruitment agencies.  Our fast process is fueled by our best-in class marketing, Perform Search AI, and deep industry connections.
Curated Community
A top-tier network built through deep industry relationships and the premium events we host. From our signature Perform Dinner Club to intimate gatherings across North America, we stay closely connected to both established and emerging CXOs, founders, and board members.
Best-in-class Marketing
From ideation to production and distribution, our in-house studio creates custom content that even the most coveted candidates won’t ignore. No more unread emails or  LinkedIn messages. Check out our breakthrough content from some of our past placements.
Innovative Tech
AI meets human expertise as our Perform Search AI cuts through the noise to identify the best outliers and assess qualified candidates.
Other executive search firms
Slow, antiquated headhunting processes yielding low response rates.
Entry level talent recruiters doing the work.
Transactional relationship with no benefits beyond talent acquisition.
Stagnant talent pipeline and minimal established relationships within industries of focus.
Perform Search
Fast process fueled by best-in-class content marketing, innovative AI utilization, and deep industry connections.
Consultative approach with each search directly led by CEO, President, or Managing Partner.
Access to top-notch Perform Search network, industry experts, and emerging leaders.
Illustration of a half circle including icons representing the hiring process from start to finish
A process that separates us from the rest.
Our approach is consultative, modern, and deeply embedded in the industries we serve.
1. Kickoff
A Perform Search partner discusses your company's long-term vision
2. Creatively market
We develop custom content to engage and drive interest from top candidates
3. Source & screen
We combine our proprietary PerformAI and human expertise as we source and assess candidates
4. Shortlist
We present a shortlist of top candidates in 7-10 days
5. Advise & hire
We strategically lead the negotiation and offer stage
6. Liftoff
Your new executive fuels your company's performance
Our areas of expertise
We form deep rooted connections to know your next hire before you know you need one.
Industries
Consumer
The consumer, retail, and consumer packaged goods (CPG) sectors are undergoing a period of dynamic transformation, driven by evolving consumer behavior and the proliferation of AI disruption.

As a top consumer brand executive search firm, we lead companies  through this powerful transformation with bold, future ready talent. Our consumer recruitment practice spans the full ecosystem, connecting organizations with diverse, high-impact leaders who thrive in complexity. Using a data led, forward-looking approach, we place agile executives with the vision to navigate change, and the heart to build a culture that lasts.
Media/Sports/Entertainment
The media, sports, and entertainment industries are in the midst of a seismic shift, where technology, culture, and commerce intersect more fluidly than ever before. The blending of live entertainment, digital innovation and fan-first platforms necessitates data-driven strategies. These Innovative approaches are  pushing the boundaries of how audiences connect with brands, teams, and talent.

As leading executive search recruiters in these industries, we understand that success in this environment depends on agility, innovation, and leadership that can navigate both cultural shifts and technological disruption. Whether you're building a next-gen media company or scaling a sports property, we specialize in identifying leaders who not only keep up with change, they shape it.
Software
The software landscape continues to evolve at breakneck speed, shaped by rapid advances in AI, growing demand for software solutions, and a renewed focus on profitability and operational efficiency. As organizations recalibrate their digital strategies post-hypergrowth, software companies are shifting from scale-at-all-costs to sustainable growth models, all while navigating complex market dynamics and intensifying competition.

As software executive experts, we understand that tech talent isn’t just a lever,  it’s a competitive advantage. From GTM and RevOps,we place talent that builds category leaders by bringing a mix of technical fluency, strategic depth, and the agility to thrive in fast-moving environments.