- We Amplify Leadership
Allen Associates is a leading independent Retained Executive Search Firm in North America, recognized for its strong track record and industry expertise. We specialize in providing strategic insights to companies, helping them attract top talent and align senior management with influential corporate boards.
“America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms” - Forbes
At Allen Associates, we pride ourselves on being a leading executive search and board services firm with offices in Cincinnati and Nashville, covering North America. We assign a dedicated partner to conduct each search from beginning to end. Our thorough process focuses on identifying and assessing the top candidates, allowing us to deliver leaders and board members to our clients, typically within 14 weeks.
Overlapping Specialties & Expertise
The key lies in attracting top-tier talent and empowering them to excel
We work to efficiently launch single-leader projects and orchestrate team reboots when necessary, aiming to provide responsive and adaptable solutions to evolving challenges.
We develop and assess a top-tier talent pool for our clients based on in-house research, segment knowledge, and our networks.
On every search project, we seek and evaluate leaders who can navigate complex verticals, develop strategies, and adapt to market fluctuations.
Our commitment to diversity
42% of our placements were gender diverse in the past year, demonstrating our commitment to diversity. Diversity is an important goal for us, and we believe it contributes to an organization’s innovation and performance.
Surround the Business Challenge
Our experienced team excels at balancing profitability and responsibility, leveraging our collective expertise to drive meaningful results. We collaborate closely with each client, fostering partnerships that deliver tangible and lasting impact.
Navigating the Future: Balancing Profitability & Corporate Responsibility
We bring a fresh perspective and energizing approach to every client interaction, actively seeking partnerships with unique brands and individuals. Our team thrives when working with innovative companies and consistently delivers exceptional work. We invite you to contact us via email or phone for a confidential discussion on how to collaborate effectively.
Seize the day,
Michael Allen
CEO
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Agency Snapshot
HQ
Cincinnati + Nashville
105 +
Client Relationships
Serving
Public, Private, & Private Equity Sponsored
114+
Retained project per year
1989+
Projects Completed
90%
Repeat Clients
Experts in Executive Search
Senior Level Executive Search, Board Directors, Talent Benchmarking, and Succession Planning
A Sampling of Markets Served
Innovative Architectural & Home Products, Consumer Goods & Services, Manufacturing, Distribution, Partnering with Emerging, Mid-Market, and Mega Companies
Press & Awards
Our press and awards section showcases our commitment to recruiting and executive search excellence. We are proud to have received prestigious accolades, including recognition from Forbes, Business Courier Magazine, and Executive Recruiter News. These endorsements validate our innovative methods and expertise.
Our reputation has been acknowledged in esteemed media outlets such as AdAge, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal, highlighting our insights and impact on our clients' businesses.
Our track record speaks for itself. With a success rate exceeding 90% over the past five years and an average project completion timeline of 98 days, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. We view these achievements as a testament to our ongoing commitment to excellence.
Always on call.
Discuss a Project
If you want to jump-start an idea or turn a constraint into an advantage, please give us a ring or drop an email.
We’d love to hear about it.
Business or media inquiries:
513.563.3040
hello@allen.associates
Cincinnati, USA