As the year winds down and the pace of work slows, many people find themselves with extra time on their hands. They have pushed hard up to the holidays, leaving little to do in the closing few weeks of the year. While it might be tempting to ease into the holidays, this period offers a unique opportunity to prepare for…
You may think that talking to a recruiter is only something people do when they are searching for a job. But to truly set yourself up for the best opportunities, Stephanie Maas says that those conversations should start much earlier — when you aren’t even looking. She explains why these conversations are so valuable in the most recent episode of…
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…
Finding a new role in nonprofit development can be daunting. But it’s also an opportunity to grow your career, leverage your strengths, and scale your impact on the causes you care about. Whether you’re ready to move on from a current position or exploring what’s out there, these tips from nonprofit recruitment expert Dan Kuhar will help guide you in…
Did you know ThinkingAhead has a podcast for executive search professionals? Tune into The Talent Trade every Thursday for bite-sized, practical-packed chats with Stephanie Maas, a top-tier recruiter with over 20 years of experience in the industry. For a taste, here is an excerpt from the most recent episode: — Hi, this is Stephanie Maas, and today I’ve come to…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
