Heidrick & Struggles Adds Five Consultants in the Americas

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On October 18, 2022, Heidrick & Struggles (HSII) announced the addition of five new professionals to enhance their executive search and consulting capabilities in the Americas. This includes one partner in executive search and four new consultants in Heidrick Consulting, based in Chicago, New York, São Paulo, and Toronto. These additions aim to strengthen talent solutions amid economic uncertainty, focusing on leadership development and organizational strategy. The firm continues to position itself as a leader in global leadership advisory services.

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• Addition of five experienced consultants to bolster executive search and consulting capabilities.
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CHICAGO, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of global leadership advisory and on-demand talent solutions, added one partner to its executive search business and two partners and two principals to its Heidrick Consulting business in the Americas during September 2022.

"In today's uncertain economic environment, our clients require talent solutions that help enhance their performance, growth, and culture," said Jaimee Eddington, Regional Leader, Americas. "With his financial background and expertise, Donald offers organizations the talent and business support essential to achieve their strategic objectives."

Donald Chae joined Heidrick & Struggles as a partner in the Chicago office. Focusing on consumer and retail banking and fintech for public and private equity businesses, Donald brings extensive experience in CEO succession planning, C-suite executive searches, and board director searches across the financial services sector. Previously, he was with another global executive search firm.

"As companies consider how they will operate in the evolving economic environment, leadership must focus on developing the skills and qualities that drive success," said Andrew LeSueur, Global Managing Partner, Heidrick Consulting. "These new consultants bring deep experience that enable them to act as trusted advisers and provide timely and impactful strategic counsel to our clients that are creating innovative and inclusive cultures."

Brad Aspel joined Heidrick & Struggles as a partner in the New York office, working with clients to co-create leadership strategies, focusing on executive and team coaching across a wide range of industries. An associate professor at Columbia Business School, Brad instructs courses on leadership and strategy. Previously, he was with a strategic consulting firm.

Ana Cassinelli joined Heidrick & Struggles as a principal in the São Paulo office. With more than 15 years of experience, Ana works with clients to enrich their culture, business strategy, and talent management in Brazil and Latin American countries. Previously, Ana was with another global executive search and leadership development firm.

Tej Hazra joined Heidrick & Struggles as a partner in the Toronto office. Tej brings more than 16 years of regional and global DE&I strategy design, delivery, and program advancement. He was with another global executive search firm prior and previously led DE&I for financial services and technology firms.

Dan Kirk, Ph.D., joined Heidrick & Struggles a principal in the Philadelphia office. Dan has worked with clients across sectors as a collaborative coach on leadership, teamwork, organizational effectiveness, and DE&I leadership. Previously, he was with a global performance consulting company.

About Heidrick & Struggles 
Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII) is a premier provider of global leadership advisory and on-demand talent solutions, serving the senior-level talent and consulting needs of the world's top organizations. In our role as trusted leadership advisors, we partner with our clients to develop future-ready leaders and organizations, bringing together our services and offerings in executive search, diversity and inclusion, leadership assessment and development, organization and team acceleration, culture shaping and on-demand, independent talent solutions. Heidrick & Struggles pioneered the profession of executive search more than 65 years ago. Today, the firm provides integrated talent and human capital solutions to help our clients change the world, one leadership team at a time.^® www.heidrick.com  

Heidrick & Struggles Media Contact:

Molly Coughlin
mcoughlin@heidrick.com

 

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FAQ

What new hires did Heidrick & Struggles announce on October 18, 2022?

Heidrick & Struggles announced five new hires, including one partner and four consultants, to strengthen its executive search and consulting services in the Americas.

How will the new hires at HSII impact the company's services?

The new hires are expected to enhance talent solutions, leadership development, and organizational strategy, helping clients navigate economic challenges.

What is the focus of the new consultants at Heidrick & Struggles?

The new consultants focus on areas such as consumer and retail banking, executive coaching, and diversity and inclusion strategies.

Who is Donald Chae, and what role does he play at HSII?

Donald Chae joined Heidrick & Struggles as a partner in the Chicago office, specializing in consumer and retail banking and fintech.

Which markets are the new HSII consultants serving?

The new consultants will serve clients across various markets, including the United States, Brazil, and Canada.