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Brian Lafer

Brian leads the TrueBridge Practice, which structures customized interim and fractional assignments for elite, executive talent seeking rewarding, high-impact work. Based in Chicago, Brian serves companies across a variety of senior roles.

Prior to joining TrueBridge, Brian spent 11 years leading the largest commercial and revenue-producing teams at Business Talent Group (BTG). During his tenure, Brian launched the firm’s most sizable office in Chicago and was instrumental in growing BTG from an early-stage company through its 2021 acquisition. He is deftly skilled in working with PE and VC backed portfolio companies along with public companies and thrives at the helm of high-production teams.

Brian has a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Michigan’s Stephen M. Ross School of Business. He was a four-year walk-on and scholarship recipient as well as a two-time Big 10 Champion player on the Wolverines football team. Brian also serves on the Ross School of Business Alumni Board of Governors to strengthen the connection between the school and its 56,000+ alumni.

Snapshot

  • He was a four-year, walk-on and scholarship recipient as well as a two-time Big 10 Champion player on the Wolverines football team
  • Lives in Chicago with his wife and two young daughters
  • Enjoys concerts, sporting events, and traveling

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The Team

  • Brad Stadler co-CEO & Founder, True and president, true search Haddonfield (HQ)
  • Joe Riggione co-CEO & Founder, True and president, true technologies Haddonfield (HQ)
  • Josh Withers Founder & GM, Platform and North America Search Operations San Francisco
  • Kate Vanek Global Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer London
  • Sam McGrath GM, EMEA & APAC London
  • Lucinda Duncalfe EVP, True Technologies & GM, Thrive, AboveBoard & Jopwell New York

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