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“We worked with the executive recruiter to find the CEO of a recently acquired tier 1 auto supplier. They were professional, moved quickly, very organized and thorough, and ultimately helped us land what we believe will be a tremendous CEO both at this investment and potentially someone we can continue to partner with. Highly recommend them for anything auto related.”

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American Industrial Partners, Partner and Head of Talent

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Why Trust BluWave for your CEO search?

You need a full-time CEO who can drive results, and BluWave already knows the top executive recruiters for the world’s best finance leaders. We’ll connect you with a short list of expert CEO recruiting firms within 24 hours of contacting our team. Get matched by industry, company size, revenue models and specific business needs with firms from our exclusive, pre-vetted network.
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CEO Recruitment with BluWave
Generalist CEO Search firms
Expedient hiring process
✅ Lightning-fast interview process
❌ Lengthy 5–6 month hiring process
Proven candidates
✅ Double-verified recommendations
❌ Commitments to unproven candidates
CEOs in your area
✅ Available CEOs who are local to you
❌ Remote CEOs who need to relocate
Extensive network
✅ Robust bench of experts
❌ Limited word-of-mouth references
Project-specific vetting
✅ Tailored hires for specific projects
❌ Non-specialized & generalist candidates
Simple, consultative process
✅ BluWave’s hands-on, white-glove service
❌ Self-serve platform to learn and navigate
Expedient hiring process
✅ Connect with best-fit, pre-vetted resources
❌ Hassles of traditional hiring evaluations

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Client Testimonials

Why Business Leaders Use BluWave

We are thrilled by the growth that the company has experienced so far and look forward to seeing it reach another level under the new CEO’s leadership. We could not imagine finding a more perfect leader to take the team through the next phase of growth.

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Co-Founder, PE Firm

They were professional, moved quickly, very organized and thorough, and ultimately helped us land what we believe will be a tremendous CEO both at this investments and potentially someone who could be a multiple-time CEO.

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Partner, PE Firm

Highly recommend them for anything auto-related. Really great working with each of them. Highly engaged and gave us their all on the search.

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Executive, Portfolio Company

CEO RECRUITING SERVICES

Identifying Ideal CEO Candidates

Recruiters identify CEO candidates who have the strategic vision and leadership qualities needed to guide your organization toward long-term growth and stability.

Advising on CEO Compensation

Expert recruiters provide insights into competitive CEO compensation packages, ensuring the right balance to attract top talent while aligning with industry standards.

CEO Succession Planning

Executive recruiters help facilitate seamless CEO succession, ensuring smooth transitions that safeguard organizational stability and leadership continuity.

Managing CEO Onboarding

Recruiters assist in onboarding new CEOs, helping them adapt quickly to the company’s leadership team, establish their priorities and build critical relationships.

CEO Interview Process Support

From early screening to final interviews, recruiters support a comprehensive CEO interview process to thoroughly assess each candidate for strategic and cultural fit.

Evaluating CEO Leadership Skills

Recruiters assess a CEO’s leadership ability to drive company-wide initiatives, manage teams and lead in a way that aligns with your organization’s goals.

Assessing Strategic Vision

Recruiters evaluate a candidate’s ability to develop and execute a strategic vision, ensuring they can lead the company toward sustainable growth and innovation.

Cultural Fit Evaluation

Recruiters evaluate potential CEO candidates to ensure their values and leadership style align with the company’s culture, fostering long-term organizational success.

Providing Market Insights

Recruiters provide critical market insights on CEO talent availability, leadership trends and industry shifts to help you make informed, strategic hiring decisions.

Ensuring Long-Term CEO Retention

Recruiters develop retention strategies for CEOs, ensuring long-term commitment through career growth opportunities and alignment with the company’s long-term goals.

WHEN TO HIRE A CEO

Your CEO resigned and the company needs new leadership immediately
You’re seeking a CEO with turnaround experience to lead a major business shift
Your company is entering a new growth phase
You want to assess both internal and external candidates for the CEO role
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“Businesses facing executive vacancies should engage interim executives to keep critical initiatives moving forward, ensuring the chosen candidate’s skills and experience align closely with the company’s needs.”

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Managing Director, Head of Research & Operations

Client Success Stories

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CEO Search for Rapid Expansion of Residential Services Portco

Leadership Search for Rapidly Growing Home Services Company

A new Chief Executive Officer with more than 20 years of experience was appointed to lead the company. He had previously worked in route-based businesses, including successful merger and acquisition strategies, and was the ideal candidate to lead the company through its growth and consolidation plans.

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Specialized Recruiter for Automotive Supplier CEO

Experienced Leader for Automotive Supplier

The firm successfully hired a highly qualified CEO who not only met their criteria but also had the potential to serve as a multiple-time CEO within their portfolio. This strategic hire has already driven significant growth and stability for the automotive supplier.

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Recruiting a Turnaround CEO for Sporting Goods Manufacturer

Recruiting a Leader for Transformation

Thanks to the selected firm’s search, an accomplished CEO with a stellar track record in the sporting goods sector emerged as the ideal fit. This visionary leader not only brought industry expertise but also the ability to deftly manage the complex supply chain and tackle pricing dilemmas head-on. The company was not only stabilized, but began to thrive again under its new leadership.

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Visionary Growth CEO for Philanthropic Advisory

The chosen search firm presented a CEO with expertise extended across professional services and private equity. This visionary leader’s background encompassed transforming businesses within the professional services realm, backed by private equity experience.

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Specialist Executive Search Firms

Learn more about BluWave’s white-glove executive search service.

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CEO Search for D2C Water Filtration Company

The executive search firm identified through BluWave’s network delivered top-tier candidates, ultimately helping the PE firm hire the right CEO for its portfolio company. This new leadership positioned the company to capitalize on its D2C business model and execute on its growth strategy in the water filtration market.

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FAQs: BluWave CEO Recruiters

What does a CEO recruiter do?

A CEO recruiter specializes in finding, evaluating and placing top executive talent for the CEO role. They assess leadership skills, strategic vision and cultural fit to ensure the CEO aligns with the company’s goals and values.

Why should a company use a CEO recruiter?

Companies use CEO recruiters to ensure they find the best leadership for their organization. Recruiters bring expertise in executive hiring, industry insights and access to a broad network of top-tier CEO candidates.

How do CEO recruiters find candidates?

CEO recruiters utilize industry connections, executive networks and advanced search techniques to identify suitable CEO candidates. They also vet candidates through interviews, background checks and skill assessments to ensure a good fit.

When is it necessary to hire a CEO recruiter?

Companies typically hire a CEO recruiter when undergoing leadership transitions, experiencing growth, or needing a leader with specific skills to drive strategic change. A recruiter can streamline the process and find the right executive talent.

How do CEO recruiters evaluate candidates?

CEO recruiters evaluate candidates based on their leadership experience, strategic vision, industry knowledge and ability to lead through transformation. They also assess soft skills like communication, decision-making and cultural fit.

How long does it take to hire a CEO with a recruiter?

The timeline for hiring a CEO through a recruiter can take anywhere from 90 to 180 days, depending on the complexity of the search and the availability of qualified candidates. By working with BluWave, you can get to the search stage much faster by connecting with a trusted recruiting firm.

What industries do CEO recruiters specialize in?

CEO recruiters often specialize in industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing and consumer goods, helping them find leaders with the right expertise for each sector.

How much does it cost to hire a CEO recruiter?

The cost of hiring a CEO recruiter typically ranges from 25% to 35% of the CEO’s first-year salary. This fee covers the recruiter’s efforts to source, vet and place the right executive.

Can CEO recruiters help with interim CEO roles?

While CEO recruiters also perform interim CEO placements, BluWave already knows the top temporary business leaders for your industry, company size and exact situation. The BluWave team will quickly identify candidates who can step into temporary roles to run your company. during periods of transition or while searching for a full-time chief executive officer.

What makes a good CEO recruiter?

A good CEO recruiter has deep industry knowledge, strong connections in the executive space and a thorough understanding of the skills and leadership qualities needed to drive long-term success for the organization. BluWave already knows the groups that will connect you with the top PE-grade candidates for your exact situation.

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