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True’s Chief Executive Officer Practice: Executive Search

True’s global CEO Practice works with companies across diverse industries and asset categories, from seed stage to Fortune 500.

We placed 150 CEOs in 2025 alone and our clients recognize the quality and number of our candidate relationships, the thoughtfulness of our talent strategy, and the efficiency of the process, rating their overall experience with us a 9.3 out of 10. 

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We are connected to 675k CEO and Board-level executives.

True’s data-driven insights, coupled with deep experience placing top-tier, transformation-focused CEOs, give your company a significant competitive edge.

Regardless of your company size, we can help you hire a visionary leader to challenge conventions and drive success.

by the numbers

32000+

CEO Candidate Conversations in last 24 months

75%

of ceo placements over the past 5+ years have stayed in their roles

Expert Chief Executive Officer Recruiters

  • Evan Grossman, Executive Search, Managing Director.
    Evan Grossman managing director, head of the CEO and Board Practices New York
  • Caroline Lo, Executive Search, Managing Director.
    Caroline Lo managing director, head of the CEO, Board and Financial Services Practices London
  • Tim McDonald, Executive Search, Managing Director, Founder.
    Tim McDonald Founder, managing director and head of the CEO and BoarD Practices Philadelphia (HQ)
  • Todd Zangrillo, Executive Search, Managing Director.
    Todd Zangrillo managing director, head of the CeO, BoarD AND CONSUMER practices New York
  • Jonathan Pomeranz, Executive Search, Managing Director.
    Jonathan Pomeranz Managing Director, Head of the CEO, Board and Financial Services Practices New York
  • Shella Abe, Executive Search, Managing Director.
    Shella Abe managing director, head of the Consumer Practice New York
Frequently Asked Questions

What types of companies does True’s CEO Practice work with?
True works with companies across all stages of growth, from early-stage startups to IPO-ready organizations and large-cap companies, spanning diverse industries and asset categories.

What industries does True’s CEO Practice serve?
True’s CEO Practice serves a broad range of industries, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, healthcare, financial services, consumer, life sciences, enterprise software, energy transition, and more.

How does True approach finding the right CEO candidate?
True combines data-driven insights with deep experience placing transformation-focused CEOs, using a large network of executive relationships and talent management technology to identify leaders who can challenge conventions and drive success.

Can True help with confidential CEO searches?
Yes, True conducts confidential search projects designed to protect market perception and manage leadership transitions discreetly until a new hire is secured.

What role do founders play in a CEO search?
Founders typically help educate and excite candidates about the business vision, while a board-led search committee drives final hiring decisions, with founders participating to provide unique insight when aligned with the committee’s goals.

Does True offer interim or fractional CEO solutions?
Yes, True provides dedicated solutions for fractional & interim and advisory roles, connecting organizations with experienced executives to maintain leadership stability during transitional periods.

How does True use technology in its CEO search process?
True integrates AI-powered tools with human expertise to map markets, analyze candidate adaptability, and assess leadership potential, going beyond traditional executive search methods.

Where does True’s CEO Practice operate?
True’s CEO Practice is a global operation, with managing directors based across major markets including New York, London, and Philadelphia.

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