PHILADELPHIA, PA. APRIL 29, 2025—True, the only tech and data-first global executive talent platform, today announced the strategic addition of Caitlin Banks Iseler and Nora Banks Sutherland, two new Partners who will significantly bolster the firm’s PE capabilities in North America. They bring a combined 300+ successful search engagements, spanning PE-backed technology companies and public clients across diverse sectors. Their joining reinforces True’s commitment to provide clients with unparalleled expertise in executive search.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome Caitlin and Nora to True,” said Brad Stadler, co-CEO of True. “Caitlin’s background brings a rare and valuable perspective to our clients, while Nora’s proven ability to navigate complex cross-sector searches will further enhance our ability to deliver exceptional results. Their experience, superior market knowledge, and commitment to excellence will be instrumental in strengthening our position as the leading executive talent platform in North America.”
As a two-time founder, Caitlin Banks Iseler, brings a unique blend of executive search and operational leadership to her role as partner in the Enterprise Software & Services and Go-to-Market Practices. Her two decades of expertise spans impactful executive search for both PE-backed and public technology companies, enriched by her direct experience leading and scaling businesses. Having built and sold a technology-focused executive search firm and founded a VC-backed HR tech platform, Caitlin prioritizes a people first, client centric, team-oriented and hands-on approach to her work. Her passion for aligning companies and executives based on shared values is further evidenced by her “Happy at Work” podcast, where she highlights leaders and companies that foster thriving cultures, mirroring her dedication to serving as a trusted talent advisor.
“What drew me to True is the boldness of its vision and the caliber of the people behind it,” said Caitlin Banks Iseler. “There’s an entrepreneurial spirit here that resonates deeply with me—one that values collaboration, curiosity and humility. I’m excited to be part of a team that’s not only redefined executive search by leveraging technology and data but doing so with heart, purpose, and a relentless drive to help clients build extraordinary leadership teams.”
A recognized and passionate leader in executive search, Nora Banks Sutherland joins the Enterprise Software & Services and Go-to-Market Practices as a partner. Her career is distinguished by a proven track record as a trusted talent advisor to PE and VC-backed tech clients across North America and EMEA. Nora specializes in go-to-market (CMO, CRO), CFO, and VP-level recruitment, emphasizing value creation for software and IT services clients. Her background in executive search includes a Managing Director role at a top 10 search firm in the Technology & Private Capital practice, as well as experience as an executive search consultant at a boutique firm specializing in Technology and Healthcare. She built a strong foundation during her four years at Korn Ferry, leading national CEO, Chief Development Officer, Board, and C-suite engagements. Coupled with her early career in business development in the social impact space, her diverse expertise reflects a comprehensive understanding of leadership and the executive search landscape.
“The sophistication of True’s platform, particularly its data-driven insights, is a game-changer for serving our clients in the private equity space,” said Nora Banks Sutherland. “This technology, combined with the team’s sector expertise, allows us to provide unparalleled market intelligence, accelerate the search process, mitigate risk for our clients’ investments, and ultimately deliver exceptional talent with genuine care and precision.”
Caitlin and Nora are also sisters, bringing a powerful synergy, trust, and shared values to their work—a dynamic that further strengthens the True team and the clients they serve.
ABOUT TRUE
True is a global talent management platform renowned for executive search excellence. The sixth largest in its industry, True leverages 10+ years of industry data, market insights, and talent lifecycle expertise to help companies make high-impact talent decisions quickly. Products and services include True Search (retained executive search), TrueBridge (advisory, interim, and fractional executive placement), Thrive (Talent CRM software), True Advance (coaching and assessment), SearchEssentials (tech-enabled hiring services), and AboveBoard (inclusive executive community). True also backs promising companies through investment brands True Equity and Vera Equity.
Jillian Ruggieri / Senior Lead, Communications jillian.ruggieri@trueplatform.com