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We master the art of executive search

Successful searches require sound judgement. Our consultants are established business leaders who zero in on highly skilled executive candidates from their expansive industry networks. They’ll share our exclusive insights and market trends to help you make better-informed decisions.

Hire your next leader with confidence

Our selective approach helps expedite your search and quickly pinpoints A-listers who are well-suited to your unique business objectives. We fully evaluate candidates for their experience, leadership competencies and a mindset that enhances your existing management team to build long-term success.

Get VIP treatment throughout the process

Whether you’re leading a startup or an established firm, you always have our undivided attention. Our executive search consultants stay personally focused on efficiently bringing the right people into your organization from the moment we start your search until your new senior-level leader starts.

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CFO for paper manufacturer

A strategic role

Robert Half’s executive search team helped the CEO of a global paper company’s U.S. division hire a Mandarin-speaking CFO to provide financial leadership and guide its growth.

Remote talent

Due to the facility’s rural location and limited number of qualified local candidates, we widened the search to include the nearest large metropolitan area.

Value delivered

We located a remote candidate with industry experience who is familiar with international accounting practices and within a 4-hour drive of the facility, who could accommodate a 13-hour time difference to liaise with the management team in China.

CFO for real estate enterprise

A complex business

A family-owned real estate financial services company chose Robert Half to help them hire a CFO to partner with their leadership team and manage day-to-day financial aspects for 150 project LLCs.

Local talent

The executive search team met with stakeholders to understand their unique needs, developed a position profile outlining the characteristics of the person best suited for the position and identified several local candidates.

Value delivered

Our team pinpointed a high-level CPA with land development experience who could relocate near the company’s central Florida headquarters and helped negotiate an offer.

ESG Director for property management firm

Expanding opportunities

A Real Estate Investment Trust with a nationwide portfolio of mall properties sought to generate value for its stakeholders through ESG programs.

A VP-level role

Robert Half’s team found that candidates who met the search criteria were overqualified for a director-level role; we recommended elevating the position to a VP to attract the top local candidate.

Value delivered

We located a leader with specialized functional skills and technical knowledge who also fit the company’s culture and possessed the necessary experience to successfully lead the client’s ESG efforts.

Consulting firm ESG executives

Added ESG expertise

Our executive search team helped a global consulting firm build its bench of ESG professionals who could shape strategy and to help its corporate clients advance their ESG programs, policies and procedures.

A well-rounded team

We reached out to a highly selective group of contacts and assembled a slate of candidates with a range of ESG skillsets, experiences and locations; after further discussion the client opted to add three roles at the same time.

Value delivered

With Robert Half’s help, the client now has a strong ESG consulting practice and is positioned to help its clients across many industries navigate their ESG strategies.

Ad agency Chief Creative Officer

Client testimonial

"We appreciate your diligence and counsel and we look forward to announcing this addition to our executive management team."

– Co-CEOs

A unique role

Robert Half helped an advertising agency focused on multicultural and African American markets conduct a confidential search to replace its departing Chief Creative Officer.

Value delivered

We conducted a nationwide search and located strong creative leaders who also had a solid background in multicultural and African American marketing and advertising. After recruiting the ideal individual, we helped negotiate the employment contract, compensation and relocation terms.

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DeLynn Senna is the Senior District President of Robert Half executive search. Leading global operations covering 11 countries, she’s responsible for all operational aspects of the retained executive search business. A 24-year veteran of Robert Half, DeLynn is known for building consensus around a strategic vision, leading teams to perform at exceptional levels, and enhancing the customer experience. First joining Robert Half in 1996, DeLynn has built a successful career, driving operational excellence across multiple practices and geographies. Previously, she served as senior district president for legal talent solutions in the United States, executive director for international permanent placement solutions and senior managing director for executive search in Europe. She also spent 12 years as executive director for Robert Half’s permanent finance and accounting practice. DeLynn is a certified public accountant (inactive), author, and frequently speaks on workplace-related topics. Committed to supporting the next generation of women, she currently serves on the executive committee for Robert Half’s Global Women’s Employee Network. DeLynn graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting and launched her career with one of the world’s largest accounting firms.

Wayne S. Mello is the Executive Director of Robert Half Executive Search. Based in the firm’s Boston office, he sets strategic and tactical direction, optimizing and expanding our retained search brand throughout the United States and globally. Wayne has more than 50 years of staffing industry experience, including as Senior Vice President and Assistant General Manager of Scott Wayne Associates, and founder of the Thelton Group, where he served as President and CEO until its acquisition by Robert Half in 1990. During his Robert Half career, Wayne has held positions as Executive Director of the company’s finance and accounting practice, and Executive Director of Robert Half's International Zone. He was instrumental in launching Robert Half’s retained executive search service in 2007, serving as President until 2023. Wayne is a well-known executive search and recruitment industry expert, having authored numerous articles and spoken to audiences worldwide on management-related issues. His philanthropic efforts include the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Pan-Mass Challenge for cancer research. Wayne attended St. Anselm College in Manchester, N.H.

Steve Ankney is the Senior Vice President of U.S. Search Execution for Robert Half Executive Search, specializing in identifying and vetting senior-level leaders in executive management, financial, operations, sales and marketing, technology, healthcare, legal, and human resources. He also manages the growth and development of all U.S. recruitment efforts. Having started his career with Robert Half’s Technology division in 2010, Steve expanded his skills and built a strong multi-industry network that he leverages to identify top-level talent for his diverse blend of clients. Steve also lends his technology expertise to implement software, databases and other digital tools that contribute to the success of our search process. Steve is on professional advisory committees at several universities and has helped develop and support career services teams throughout the Midwest. On several occasions, he has been a key speaker on technology trends for the Association of Information Technology Professionals and the Help Desk Institute. Steve graduated from the University of Toledo with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus on information systems and e-commerce.

With over 25 years of international experience, Ash brings a global perspective to executive search and has successfully completed high-level searches for public, for-profit, nonprofit, and private companies across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region. For clients of Robert Half, Ash has successfully built senior executive leadership teams, including placing C-suite executives for roles such as CEO, president, CFO, COO, CIO, CISO, CHRO, chief development officer, chief clinical officer, vice president and director. Ash is a supporter and mentor for students at the Bayes Business School at City, University of London, as well as a regular contributor of articles to renowned media publications. Additionally, Ash helps raise funds for the Parkinson’s Foundation, American Diabetes Association, and the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. Ash has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Bayes Business School at City, University of London; a postgraduate diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing in the United Kingdom; and a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering.

Leigh is a seasoned executive and trusted talent advisor with over two decades of experience in retained search engagements across a wide range of industries and functional areas. She partners with a diverse client base that includes Fortune 500 firms and small and medium-sized public and private companies, as well as private equity and venture-backed companies. She has additional expertise with founder-driven and family-owned entities, advising owners, CEOs, and investors through times of ownership, generational or leadership shifts. Leigh assists her clients in finding the very best talent for the C-suite and leadership teams in finance, accounting, legal, operations, technology, human resources, sales and marketing. Her expertise spans across a variety of industry sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare and life sciences, retail and e-commerce, entertainment, hospitality, information technology, and professional services. She is distinguished by her successful track record and network. Her approach combines the strategic power of data, a finely tuned ability to understand the client’s organization and the ability to identify high-caliber leaders who fit the culture. Leigh has been involved with numerous organizations, charities and alumni groups, including the American Cancer Society, the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. She is an active supporter of her community and spends time mentoring and teaching disadvantaged youth. As an animal lover, Leigh is also a member of the ASPCA and volunteers at the Anti-Cruelty Society. Leigh attended Illinois State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism and mass communications.

As Group Managing Director based in our Midtown office, Keith oversees the executive search portfolio in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut tri-state area. Keith brings over 26 years of industry experience plus a deep network of contacts and relationships to help his clients successfully secure top executives and senior leaders to expand and develop their teams. His expertise extends across a broad range of industry sectors, including private equity/venture capital, SaaS, tech, startups, consumer packaged goods, retail, luxury brands, hospitality, media/advertising, entertainment, real estate and nonprofit. Keith began his Robert Half career in 1997 as Director of Permanent Placement Services in the finance and accounting practice. Before joining our executive search team, he was Senior Vice President of the New York branch, where his results-focused approach and expertise in expanding revenue targets and internal teams earned him an exceptional reputation among clients and peers. His personal and professional accomplishments include earning several of Robert Half’s most prestigious awards for business growth and outstanding leadership, including multiple Chairman’s Club awards, and the Diamond Club Milestone, and he’s a member of the Robert Half Hall of Fame. Keith holds a bachelor’s degree from The State University of New York at Plattsburgh.

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