Executive Search Redefined: Nexus Search Partners

Written By Acadia Munari

Nexus Search Partners: Redefining Executive Search

Edited by Acadia Munari

 

Key Highlights

  • Nexus Search Partners is a growing executive search firm specializing in placing top talent in mission-critical leadership roles.

  • We take a personalized approach to executive search, understanding that finding the right leader is about more than just skills and experience.

  • Our experienced consultants have a deep understanding of multiple industries and functions, allowing us to identify the best candidates for our clients.

  • We are committed to creating access for talent from all backgrounds in every search and have a proven track record of placing underrepresented talent in leadership positions.

  • Nexus Search Partners is dedicated to building long-term partnerships with our clients, providing ongoing support and guidance to ensure their new executive’s success.

 

Nexus Search Partners is a growing executive search firm located in Charlotte, North Carolina, offering professional services to companies, large and small. Nexus focuses on helping businesses find strong leaders in different industries through our expertise in recruiting. Our team knows how important it is to have the right executive for an organization's success. With our expertise and reach, we are able to conduct searches in every major metro area, including New York and San Francisco. We are dedicated to providing a smooth and personal experience for both our clients and candidates.

The Nexus Approach to Executive Search Services

At Nexus Search Partners, we have a unique view of executive search. As corporate veterans who have led human resources, finance, and diversity and inclusion divisions at Fortune 50 companies, we prioritize a partnership approach to every search—not a transactional one. We know firsthand that simply finding candidates with the right skills and experience is not enough.

“The goal is not just to hire a person, close the books, move on, and care very little about their success,” shares Eddie Pate, Ph.D., Nexus strategic partner and former director of inclusion and diversity at Amazon, Starbucks, and Microsoft. “It’s more important that we become an extension of [clients'] teams so that they’re successful in the workplace long-term.”

Nexus looks at the whole person. We consider their leadership style, how well they fit the company culture, and their ability to grow. This way, we can help our clients and candidates find matches that lead to lasting success in various industries, including private equity, finance, life sciences, consumer products and services, healthcare, technology, and beyond. We care about understanding what our clients need, including their development needs in their respective industries. Our deep assessment process allows us to be a trusted partner in executive recruitment and search.

Embracing the Power of One: How Individual Talents Shape Organizations

As human resources experts know, the right leader can change everything for a company. A good leader inspires the team, brings new ideas, and builds a positive workplace. On the other hand, choosing the wrong leader can hurt morale, productivity, and profits.

“Firms like Nexus are going to find uncultivated, underestimated talent that has traditionally been overlooked in the marketplace, in recruiting plans, even in succession efforts,” Dr. Pate shares. “This will be a key differentiator to clients and customers as they scrutinize who they should go with and what executive search firm they partner with.”

At Nexus Search Partners, we understand the value of one great leader. Because every organization is special, so is the need for a unique search strategy. We are not just filling leadership roles. We are looking for people whose skills and ideas align (and add to) our client’s culture and goals.

Our intentional search process means we only show the most qualified candidates. We take pride in finding those hidden gems. These are the people who might not be looking for new jobs, but they are the right fit to help your organization grow.

Tailored Searches for Underrepresented Talent

Nexus Search Partners truly cares about promoting diversity and inclusion in every organization we work with. We know that having diverse leaders is key to driving new ideas, creativity, and positive financial results. Dr. Pate shares more about this in his book, “Daily Practices of Inclusive Leaders: A Guide to Building a Culture of Belonging.”

Our goal is more than just meeting quotas. Nexus actively seeks qualified candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to expand our talent pool. Recycled candidate slates are not in our playbook.

“It comes down to increasing the understanding of the value that ID&E brings to any organization,” Dr. Pate shares. “It’s about ensuring the candidates executives search firms hire are set up to succeed in global companies.”

Our customized search process includes:

  • Expanding our networks: We have built strong ties with groups focused on supporting diversity in leadership. This helps us access a wider range of excellent talent.

  • Unconscious bias training: Our team learns to recognize and reduce unconscious bias in the search process. This ensures that all candidates are evaluated fairly.

  • Proactive outreach: We don’t just wait for diverse candidates to contact us. We reach out to passive candidates who may not be looking for new jobs but are great matches for our clients.

We take pride in helping to create more diverse and representative leadership teams in all industries.

Why Partnership Matters in Executive Search

At Nexus, we do more than just find jobs for people. We create strong partnerships, value clear communication and teamwork, and focus on truly understanding what our clients need and want.

“It’s helping clients understand how talent will impact future strategy and strategic imperatives,” Dr. Pate continues. “Who you hire today, based on their lived experiences, will directly impact your strategy and future strategic imperatives.”

Our partnerships don't stop after we place someone in a job. We care about the long-term success of both our clients and candidates and provide continued support to ensure a seamless transition into their new roles. We are dedicated to your success and ready to help you at every step.

Collaborative Strategies for Finding Cultural Fits and Value Adds

Finding an executive who has the right skills and adds value to your organization's culture is important for success. At Nexus Search Partners, we are executive search professionals who focus on cultural fit, cultural adds, and core competencies in every executive position search. We know that placing an executive is not just about filling a spot. It's about finding the right candidate who will do well in your unique environment with the help of our experienced executive search consultants.

We work with you to learn about your values, work style, and company culture. Through quantitative and qualitative stakeholder research, we listen carefully and ask the right questions so that our team can fully understand your needs and expectations.

Nexus also helps candidates understand your company culture. We want them to feel confident that they would fit into your organization. Our partnerships prioritize facilitating a positive candidate experience to help everything come together smoothly and increase the chances of long-term, mutual success.

Beyond Placement: Coaching for Sustainable Success

At Nexus Search Partners, we care about our clients even after we help place someone in a new job and help both our clients and the candidates succeed over time. We believe leadership development is a journey that never ends, so that's why we offer complimentary coaching for 6 months for SVP+ placements.

Our coaching program is led by Dr. Pate, who understands how leaders work and how organizations grow, given his extensive career. We create special coaching programs that focus on key areas, such as:

  • Onboarding and integration: We assist new executives in adjusting to their jobs smoothly. This helps them form good relationships and understand the company quickly.

  • Leadership style and impact: We support executives in improving their leadership skills. This helps them use their strengths and learn how to handle tricky situations.

  • Strategic thinking and execution: We help leaders enhance their strategic thinking. This way, they can turn big ideas into actual plans.

Our coaching programs aim to help leaders grow by providing a third-party partner committed to creating lasting success for both them and the organization.

Your Partner in Executive Search & Recruitment

Nexus Search Partners is changing how executive search functions. We focus on each person's skills, diversity, and lasting success. Our team is different from others because we equip clients and candidates with tools for long-term success. By focusing on creating access for talent that is often overlooked, Nexus is helping executive search become more inclusive and effective.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How Does Nexus Search Partners' Recruiters Prioritize Inclusion in Searches?

Nexus Search Partners focuses on finding talent that is often not well-represented at the executive level in the United States. As a growing search firm led by corporate veterans, we have deep networks and provide training to reduce unconscious bias. We also value reaching out to passive candidates and providing diversity in our slates.

What Makes Nexus Different from Other Exec Search and Recruiting Firms?

Nexus Search Partners stands out because we take a personalized approach to retained executive search. We care about more than just finding the right fit for a job. We also provide advisory services and prioritize creating long-lasting partnerships. This helps in leadership development and facilitates lasting success.

How Do You Facilitate a Successful Executive Transition After Hiring?

Our leadership consultants help make executive transitions easy. They do this by providing thorough onboarding, helping with cultural integration, and creating custom coaching programs. We reduce risk by supporting the new executive and the executive team during the entire process. With SVP+ placements, the first 6 months of coaching are complementary.

Can Nexus Help My Organization Find Underrepresented Talent?

Our skilled recruiters are great at finding and attracting diverse talent for leadership roles. They work in many industries, including private equity, and focus on promoting diversity and inclusion in every search we conduct.

 
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