You need a new CFO, but your current one doesn’t know they’re being replaced. Or you’re planning a success, but the timing isn’t right to announce it publicly. Some of the most critical executive decisions are the ones best handled out of view. When timing, trust, and stability matter, visibility…
After 50 years in executive search, you stop believing in silver bullets. You have seen charismatic leaders flame out and watched quiet operators transform entire organizations. You help companies recover from costly mis-hires and celebrate hires that change the trajectory of a business. Here's what you probably know: leadership hiring…
When you’re hiring a senior leader, technical qualifications are just the starting point. The real question is: will this person fit? You’ve seen what happens when a technically strong leader fails to align with the culture. Momentum stalls. Teams disengage. Turnover creeps up. The good news? You can spot potential…
The Hidden Costs of a Bad Executive Hire (And How to Avoid Them) As a CEO or senior leader, you’ve worked hard to build your organization. Every executive hire either strengthens what you’ve built or puts it at risk. The right leader accelerates your vision and drives results. The wrong…
Fifty years ago, executive search looked a lot different. If you wanted to find a leader, you didn’t turn to LinkedIn or scroll through a global database. You relied on relationships, reputation, and a Rolodex that lived on your desk. When Centennial opened its doors in 1975, Mike Sipple Sr.…
If you’ve ever led a family business, you know the stakes feel different. The numbers matter, but so does the name on the door. Growth is important, but so is protecting the values generations have built. You’re facing a challenge most search firms don’t understand: Finding the right executive for…
When you’re under pressure to fill a critical leadership role, casting the widest possible net may feel like the safe play. But what if the best move for your company - and your new executive’s long-term success - is closer to home? Here’s what smart executives already know about Greater…
You know that executive hire you’re wrestling with right now? The one that’s critical to accelerating your growth but will set you back months if it fails? Well, you’re not overthinking it. The stakes really are that high. Hiring a great executive today looks nothing like it did in 1975,…
When it comes to leadership styles, the terms "selfish" and "servant" evoke strong reactions. No one wants to be branded as selfish, and the idea of being labeled a servant might not sound particularly appealing either. However, these labels carry significant weight in describing how leaders influence their teams and…
