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Executive Search for Architecture, Construction, and Engineering 

ThinkingAhead Executive Search recently expanded to add a practice that focuses on the Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (ACE) sector. Led by the the expertise of Brandon Henshaw, the ACE practice leverages industry-specific expertise to help firms find and retain top talent, from the C-Suite to sales roles and individual contributors.  Unique Challenges in the ACE Market  The ACE industry faces…

Where are the Smart Money Players Putting Their Chips? A Look at Today’s Hot Investment Areas for Operating Partners

The investment landscape is constantly shifting, and for Operating Partners in Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) firms, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. We’re seeing a fascinating trend in where capital is being deployed, and understanding these hot areas can inform your strategic decision-making within your portfolio companies. Here’s a breakdown of where the “smart money” is…

One Quarter into 2024: Commercial Banking and Commercial Finance Recruiting Overview 

For most of our Commercial Banking and Commercial Finance recruiters, 2023 was slower than usual. High interest rates, demand for deposits, and suppressed credit appetites stifled growth. This year, though firms are still facing the same uncertainties, they are beginning to make some strategic hires.   This article is a high-level, brief overview of the current hiring conditions of each sector…

Technical and Ethical Excellence in Recruiting: 2022 Mosley Award Winner Derek Schlender

Our annual Winter Awards Banquet culminates with the presentation of the Ralph Mosley Award for Excellence to one individual who embodies and embraces the spirit of ThinkingAhead. They exhibit high ethical standards, commitment through years of service, consistent performance, a positive influence on the company and its employees, and active community involvement. The recipient of the 2022 Mosley Award is…

Summer Compass Meeting 2022

This past week, recruiters gathered in our Nashville office for the semi-annual Compass Meeting. As the name would suggest, Compass Meetings allow the entire ThinkingAhead team to come together to ensure we are pointed in the right direction and encourage one another.   The two-day gathering was full of bright spots, from celebrating multi-decade anniversaries, to unlimited hot dogs in our…

Diversity

Here at ThinkingAhead, we value diversity and are committed to continual growth and improvement. We believe teams achieve better results and are more effective when they include diverse members with uniquely rich experiences and perspectives. That is why ThinkingAhead is partnering with people3, a leading, national DEI consultant. We are actively working on becoming a more inclusive workplace and presenting…

Summer Compass Meeting

Connecting the right people at the right place at the right time! July is always an exciting month here at ThinkingAhead. Flights are arranged, hotels are booked, open cubicles are filled, and social activities are planned. ThinkingAhead recruiters from all over the country gather together at our headquarters in Nashville, TN for the three days of Summer Compass Meetings. Summer…