Domain-native perspective. Dedicated to onboarding the next wave of talented operators.
As digital assets mature and institutional adoption accelerates, the stakes are high. Our proprietary intelligence and deep sector fluency help us identify leaders who understand the traditional landscape and have the passion, aptitude and technical fluency to excel in this new paradigm. We find operators equipped to scale, innovate relentlessly and win in a constantly changing market.
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The world’s most data-centric executive search for every role in your organization.
Functional Expertise
Expert Blockchain & Crypto Recruiters
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Tyler Reed Partner, HEAD OF THE blockchain & CRYPTO PRACTICE New York
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Dan Miller managing director, head of the artificial intelligence and venture capital practices San Francisco
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Jonathan Pomeranz Managing Director, Head of the CEO, Board and Financial Services Practices New York
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Kathleen Scheld Partner New York
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Caroline Lo managing director, head of the CEO, Board and Financial Services Practices London
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Mary Kate (Leary) Arturi Managing Director, HEAD OF THE FINANCIAL SERVICES PRACTICE New York
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Matt O’Connell managing director, head of the People, Talent & Legal Practice New York
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Rhoda Longhenry managing director, head of the venture capital practice San Francisco
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Katie Brown Partner Columbus
Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of organizations does True Search’s Blockchain & Crypto practice serve?
True Search partners with a broad range of clients across the digital asset ecosystem, including blockchain protocols, exchanges, decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, digital asset infrastructure firms, and financial institutions building crypto capabilities.
What leadership roles does True Search recruit for in the blockchain and crypto space?
True Search recruits across the full organizational chart, including board directors, CEOs, CISOs, and senior leaders across finance, go-to-market, product, risk and compliance, and people and talent functions.
What kind of candidate profile does True Search look for in crypto executive searches?
True Search seeks crossover talent with a blend of traditional finance, fintech, and blockchain experience, prioritizing leaders who demonstrate the adaptability and technical fluency needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving market.
How does True Search assess candidates for blockchain and crypto roles?
True Search uses data-driven methodologies, including the True AI Capability IndexSM, to evaluate candidates on learning velocity, adaptability, and technical fluency rather than relying solely on static credentials or prior titles.
Does True Search work with both early-stage startups and established institutions?
Yes, True Search’s client roster spans venture-backed startups and protocols as well as mature exchanges and institutional financial firms, reflecting the full spectrum of the digital asset market.
What makes True Search’s approach to crypto executive search distinctive?
True Search combines deep sector fluency with proprietary intelligence to identify operators who understand both the traditional financial landscape and the unique demands of the blockchain and crypto space.
Can True Search support interim or fractional leadership needs in addition to full-time placements?
Yes, True Search offers fractional & interim hiring solutions through TrueBridge alongside traditional executive search, giving organizations flexibility in how they bring senior talent on board.