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Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with Hutchinson, on a nationwide retained search to find their new Business Development Mgr, N. America focused on Aerospace key accounts. Hutchinson is a global leader in vibration control, fluid management and sealing technologies with solutions across a mix of industries. With a Paris…

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Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with OnPoint Credit Union, on a nationwide retained search to find their new Director of Fraud Operations. As a repeat client, Herd Freed Hartz also filled the Chief Marketing Officer role for OnPoint.OnPoint Community Credit Union’s purpose is to build strong communities by supporting…

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Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with Redwood Outdoors, on a nationwide retained search to find their new Chief Marketing Officer. Redwood Outdoors is an exciting e-commerce company that specializes in Outdoor Saunas & Cold Plunge Tubs. Started in 2019 by Co-Founders Killian Lannen and Nicholas Jensen, experienced entrepreneurs who…

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Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with Uwajimaya, on a nationwide retained search to find their new VP of Retail Customer Experience.With nearly 500 employees, Uwajimaya is one of the largest Asian grocery retailers in the Pacific Northwest. Since 1928, Uwajimaya has evolved beyond providing basic grocery staples and become…

Continue Reading Stephanie Choi – VP of Retail Customer Experience @ Uwajimaya

Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with LightScalpel, on a nationwide retained search to find their new Chief Revenue Officer. “Chris Blais and his team at Herd Freed Hartz did an exceptional job on our behalf.  The recruiting process for the CRO role of LightScalpel was well-organized and highly efficient.  We had…

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Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with Inventprise, on a nationwide retained search to find their new Chief People Officer. Inventprise (IVT) was founded in 2012 by Dr. Subhash Kapre with the goal of improving global health. Their mission and focus is on developing efficacious, affordable vaccines for global populations…

Continue Reading Rachael Moss – Chief People Officer @ Inventprise

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with First Choice Health, on a nationwide search to find their new VP of Sales. First Choice Health, headquartered in Seattle, WA, is a provider-owned healthcare organization offering employers a forward-thinking alternative to traditional health insurance. They have been serving employers of all sizes and…

Continue Reading Darcy Engle – VP Sales @ First Choice Health

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with King County Library System, on a nationwide retained search to find their new Executive Director. The King County Library System (KCLS) envisions a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. To support this vision, KCLS creates opportunities through meaningful connections as…

Continue Reading Heidi Daniel – Executive Director @ King County Library System (KCLS)

Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with Patriot Erectors, on a nationwide retained search to find their new President & COO. Patriot Erectors is the premier steel fabrication & erection company in the fast-growing Central Texas region as well as operations in Dallas/Fort-Worth and Houston. They uniquely provide both steel…

Continue Reading Brian Thomas – President & COO @ Patriot Erectors

Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with Alaska Power & Telephone, on a nationwide retained search to find their new CEO. Alaska Power & Telephone (AP&T) has provided affordable utility services to meet the evolving needs of rural Alaskan communities since 1957. Today, AP&T provides services in over 40 communities…

Continue Reading William Marks – CEO @ Alaska Power & Telephone

Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with Midwest Dairy, on a nationwide retained search to find their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Midwest Dairy Association®, proudly represents over 4,000 dairy farms to 41 million consumers across the midwest region. They work on their behalf to build dairy demand by inspiring…

Continue Reading Corey Scott – CEO @ Midwest Dairy

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with Sono Bello, on a nationwide search to find their new VP of Finance Operations. In just over a decade, Sono Bello® has grown into an industry leader with 80+ locations spanning across the United States. Their growth is made possible by an amazing team…

Continue Reading Michelle Steffin – VP of Finance Operations @ Sono Bello

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with The Arc of Spokane, on a nationwide search to find their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Arc of Spokane is a chapter of The Arc of Washington and The Arc of the United States. Over 600 chapters across the country are on the…

Continue Reading Pamela Norr – CEO @ The Arc of Spokane

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with Multi-Service Center, on a nationwide search to find their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Multi-Service Center helps to strengthen communities throughout south Puget Sound. With 50+ years of experience working with individuals who strive to make lasting change in their lives, Multi-Service Center continues…

Continue Reading Kristen York – CEO @ Multi-Service Center

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with Monolithic Power Systems, on a nationwide search to find their new Head of People. Monolithic Power Systems is a $1.8B publicly traded company based in Kirkland, WA, is fulfilling their mission of developing technology for a more sustainable planet by designing small, ultra-efficient, easy-to-use…

Continue Reading Yuan Snaza – Head of People @ Monolithic Power Systems

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with Therapeutic Associates, on a nationwide search to find their new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Therapeutic Associates is physical therapist owned and directed since 1952. Their clinics are managed by physical therapists who have the support and resources of a large organization, and the freedom…

Continue Reading Kyle Dean – CFO @ Therapeutic Associates

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with S.A. Piazza, known for Wild Mike’s Pizza, on a nationwide search to find their new Sr. VP of Sales. S. A. Piazza & Associates, one of the fastest growing frozen food manufacturers in the US located in Clackamas, Oregon. The company has been growing…

Continue Reading Mark Coil – SVP Sales @ S.A. Piazza (Wild Mike’s Pizza)

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with Les Schwab on a nationwide search to find their new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in Bend, Oregon. Les Schwab Tire Centers (Les Schwab) is the 5th-largest independent tire retail dealer in the United States. Established in 1952, the iconic brand is named for its…

Continue Reading Jim Brandon – CFO @ Les Schwab

Our executive search team was honored to partner with Chugach Alaska Corporation on a nationwide search to find their new Chief Executive Officer in Anchorage, Alaska. For over 50+ years, Chugach has been committed to advancing the economic and social well-being of its 2,700+ shareholders and their descendents – the Alaska Native people of the…

Continue Reading Jonathan Dalrymple – CEO @ Chugach Alaska Corporation

In 2023, our executive search team was honored to partner with Fora Health on a nationwide search to find their new Chief Executive Officer in Portland, Oregon. Fora Health delivers “Whole Person Care” as one of Oregon’s oldest, largest, and most respected non‑profit providers of substance use and co‑occurring mental health disorder care. Each year,…

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In 2023, our executive search team had the honor to partner on a nationwide search with Laird Norton Company to find their new Chief Financial Officer. Laird Norton Company (LNC) carries forward the Laird Norton family legacy of investment and corporate citizenship that began in 1855. Today LNC is still owned by the 500+ member,…

Continue Reading Trevor Parris – CFO @ Laird Norton Company

Herd Freed Hartz is proud to announce the completion of the executive search for a new Executive Director for the Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties. See full article in the Puget Sound Business Journal (March 2, 2018) Former Weyerhaeuser VP is Master Builders’ first woman executive director Kathleen (Kat) Sims was named…

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Herd Freed Hartz partnered with HomeStreet (NASDAQ: HMST) on their recent Board search. See full article in Business Wire (published May 16, 2018):  HomeStreet Announces Conclusion of Director Search Process and Planned Addition of Sandra Cavanaugh to Board of Directors Ms. Cavanaugh will bring extensive investment management and further banking sector operational experience to the…

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Herd Freed Hartz is proud to announce the new Executive Director for the Port of Seattle after a thorough nationwide retained executive search process and working closely with key stakeholders and the community. Click here for the full article (March 9, 2018) – Herd Freed Hartz Executive Search Partners has recruited retired U.S. Coast Guard Rear…

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Herd Freed Hartz is excited to announce the new Executive Director of the iconic Pike Place Market we all love and cherish.  It’s an exciting opportunity and a chance to make a big impact in our community. This article appears in print in Seattle Business Magazine, March 2018 issue, as part of the cover story, “The…

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Herd Freed Hartz is excited to announce Jaja Okigwe was named at CEO at First Choice Health after an extensive nationwide retained search to replace the retiring CEO. “It was a pleasure partnering with First Choice and the Board to support them throughout the process,” commented Scott Rabinowitz, Partner at Herd Freed Hartz. Full Puget…

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Herd Freed Hartz is proud to have had the opportunity to partner with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on their recent CFO nationwide executive search.  We love the work they are doing to improve lives and make a real difference in the world. Press release (from July 5, 2018) — The Bill & Melinda…

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Currently serving as the CEO of the United Dairymen of Idaho (UDI), Karianne Fallow is an accomplished Government Relations and Public Affairs strategist with more than 15 years of experience promoting the interests of numerous well-known brands such as Walmart and Albertsons. Karianne lives with her husband, two children and yellow lab in Eagle, Idaho.…

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Janis Avery is the CEO of Treehouse, a top non-profit, supporting the needs of foster kids in Washington State. In 2016, Janis worked with Fred Pabst of Herd Freed Hartz to place their Chief Financial & Administrative Officer. We recently caught up with Janis to learn more about her philosophy as a leader, and hear…

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MADISON, Wis., Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — The Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board of Directors has named Chad Vincent its new Chief Executive Officer after an extensive national search. Vincent is a seasoned executive with experience successfully taking startups, turnarounds, family owned brands and Fortune 50 divisions to record levels of sales and profitability. He brings…

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Herd Freed Hartz announced today that it placed Nick Ridgeway as Vice President of Land Acquisitions at Isola Homes. The position is based in Seattle, Washington. Mr. Ridgeway was previously Principal at The Ridgeway Company in Seattle. The search was conducted by Scott Rabinowitz, Managing Director, and Karen Bertiger, Director, at Herd Freed Hartz. ABOUT…

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