Scott Rabinowitz
Scott Rabinowitz
PARTNER
Scott Rabinowitz is a seasoned executive recruiter and leadership advisor with over 25 years of experience helping organizations grow through transformative leadership hires. As a Partner at Herd Freed Hartz—the Northwest’s leading retained executive search firm—Scott supports clients across a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Real Estate, Construction, Technology, Agriculture, Nonprofit, and Professional Services, among many other sectors.
Whether working with a Fortune 500 company, a family-owned business, a nationally known nonprofit, an Alaska Native Corporation, or a private equity-backed portfolio company, Scott brings a practical, personal, and deeply strategic approach to every search. He is known for building trust quickly with both candidates and boards, surfacing leaders who align not only with the requirements of the role but with the heartbeat of the organization.
At Herd Freed Hartz, Scott has led hundreds of successful executive placements across the country. He is especially valued for his ability to guide complex leadership transitions with care, urgency, and clarity—delivering candidates who bring both credibility and heart to the mission.
Beyond search, Scott serves as a Vistage Chair for a high-performing group of Advancing Leaders—executives responsible for people, performance, and long-term strategy. A former Vistage member himself for over 15 years, Scott blends coaching insight with operational practicality to help emerging leaders navigate growth and complexity with confidence.
His background in the arts and storytelling continues to inform his work today—helping candidates articulate their leadership journey and helping organizations clarify and elevate their voice during pivotal moments of change.
Scott lives in Wenatchee, Washington with his wife Staci and is a proud father to his amazing daughter, Sadie. A passionate home chef, Seahawks fan, and fantasy football enthusiast, Scott brings equal parts curiosity, commitment, and creativity to everything he does.
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Best Greek food in Seattle
Nikos Gyros in Magnolia!
Tell us about your pet?
I have a gorgeous 140 pound Newfoundland named Mila. Ask me to show you a picture
What is your favorite local cause?
I have enjoyed serving on several local Boards. My focus is on Healthcare and the Arts
What do you love most about living in the PNW?
I live on and love the Columbia River and am constantly amazed at how beautiful our state is.
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
Never turn down a job that you haven’t been offered yet