Executive Search

Executive Search is all about leaders finding leaders.

You already know that finding GREAT C-level executives don’t come from a job posting, and all-stars certainly don’t apply. It’s a search. But did you know that the most effective searches happen when leaders reach out to leaders? Well, that’s Patrice & Associates Executive Search, a company with hundreds of pros who spent years in the top ranks of corporations in the US, Canada, and worldwide.

Top talent and only top talent. That’s what you can expect.

Whether your search is for a CEO, COO, CFO, CMO, or any other C-level position, when you put your Patrice Pro on the task, you can count on meeting the top talent that not only has the qualifications but also is a fit for your organization. You may find it hard to choose from the two or three candidates you meet. That’s part of the job: screening the very best from the best. You’ll only meet the ones who pass our rigorous vetting process.

The candidates you’ll meet are pre-sold on your company. Time saver!

Too often, with other staffing companies, recruiters don’t take the time to sell their top candidates on the opportunity. Not the case with Patrice. Every one you meet would love to land the position. Otherwise, why waste your time with a face-to-face meeting? Yes, we pre-qualify based on the opportunity and their interest level, in addition to their qualifications and fit with your company.

The search starts with our network and extends as far as necessary to get you exactly the talent you seek.

Our Patrice Pros have networks that span the globe. That perfect candidate might be right in your city or town. Or not. Not a problem! Patrice Pros are in hundreds of cities across North America and collaborate often to find the best person for the job. In our network, everyone knows someone or two or three or more influencers who can steer our search. It’s a very relationship-based process.

Curious whether your next C-suite executive is already on our radar? That would be “sweet!”

Pardon the pun, but how fantastic would it be to have that perfect exec within our sights? It would get you to GREAT faster than planned, and that could mean the difference between so-so quarterly performance and exceptional. The right leader can make an impact quickly. Contact us today, and let’s talk about your current executive search. Give us a shot at finding that needle in a haystack. You’ll be not only glad you did, but thrilled you’ve found a new partner in your company’s growth.

The Patrice Executive Recruiting Process

STAGE 1:   Client Intake – Develop a complete profile of your company, including identifying your market position, value differentiators, and talking points to market your company to top-tier candidates.

STAGE 2:  Ideal Candidate Profile/Search Assignment– Create a customized search assignment based on the ideal candidate for the position.

STAGE 3:  Search Strategy/Plan– Outline a sourcing strategy with timelines for the presentation of candidates.

STAGE 4:  Candidate Presentation– Present a candidate profile to your company with matching criteria for how it meets the parameters of the search assignment.

STAGE 5:  Client Interview Process– Conduct your candidate interviews, and, together, we narrow the search to the top-tier candidates, and present reference checks.

STAGE 6:  Candidate Final Selection– Help you craft the offer and actively manage the negotiation and decision process so your top candidate accepts the position.

STAGE 7:  Coaching the On-Boarding Process– Coach you through the final stages, including before, during, and after the executive is onboarded at your company. We work with you to stave off any counter-offers to help you get your new executive onboarded seamlessly.

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I can't thank Karl Busch enough!

I recently relocated to South Carolina from New York.  At first I tried the usual big company name job search engines, I even reached out to a couple of recruiters but, Karl Busch at Patrice and Associates was the guy who got it done!  His guidance and advice along the way was invaluable.  I was able to secure an Executive Chef position at a high profile restaurant thanks to him.          

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Steven D.

Karl Busch not only knew the steps I was going to take, but he also helped me map out my future with these prospective companies.

In conversations with other professionals in the food and beverage industry, one thing is always certain to come up. The Struggle in finding good staff or better employment, especially during these trying times with the ever-consuming effects of COVID-19. I, admittedly have had countless conversations regarding the lack of talent or help in my kitchens. Recently I had found myself the opportunity to relocate my family to South Carolina. With this new adventure came the burden of finding new employment. Not just any employment, I needed a better and stable career to help support my family in a new environment and new unforetold challenges. Needless to say, this struggle during a normal time would have been hard enough as is, yet now with the pandemic, felt even more challenging. How do I start engaging conversation or even relatable table talk with companies I have no background with?

 Patrice & Associates not only opened the doors to start conversations with new companies, but they also helped me with bios on my interviewers! What an amazing tool to have at my disposal. Finally, access to information to help me personally relate to my interviewers.  Karl Bush, a recruiter for Patrice & Associates, was hands down the most professional advisor I’ve come across in my 18 years in industry. His dedication to my needs and ability to help me relate to my interviewers gave me the encouragement and support I needed to pursue my new career. Not only does this company have deep ties in the region I was looking into, but they also have a deep understanding of me, as a candidate. Karl spent much time talking and getting to know me, my family, and what exactly I needed to be and feel successful in my next employment venture. These weren’t simple “how much money do you need” talks. I mean what systems do you need in place to work comfortably, are benefits a big priority, travel time, Childcare, team size, event status, and yes even the overall flow of the environment I was stepping into.  Even now as I start my new career, he still calls up every now and again to make sure my life with the new company is going well and strong. If you have had trouble finding a good place of employment, or maybe just need a change in your life, I highly recommend Patrice & Associates, and even more so, Karl Bush. You’ll be in the best hands and on the right track to finding that perfect place for you!             Best Of Luck ~Antonio Inzillo

Hospitality Recruiters are There for You!

Back at the end of March my wife and I turned our restaurant over to our daughter and son in-law to run, with the idea we would retire. We took a couple of trips and got somethings done around the house.  By the first of July I knew the retirement life was not for me. I started filling out some applications online and just a couple days later I revived a call from Karl Busch, with Patrice & Associates, he let me know he had a position open in the area. Karl knew all my back ground was in full service restaurants and he ask if this was something I would be interested in, I let him know that I love the restaurant business and doing something different in the business is just what I needed. Karl made the phone calls and got met the interview, he really went to bat for me. After a couple weeks I am now training and really enjoying the job and the people. Karl still checks on me to see how things are going. I don’t think of Karl Busch as a job recruiter but as a friend. Thank you Karl and Patrice & Associates for believing in me, Dave Grant     #1 Hospitality Management Recruitment Agency

Hospitality Recruiter Can Help You Find a Job!

Karl was the best asset in securing my new position. He was there coaching and teaching me every step of the way. I have been working in the food industry for 20+ years and this is the first time I have used a recruiter. I have been on both ends of the hiring process and Karl has helped to know what people are looking for and what I should be looking for when hiring new employees. I look forward to meeting Karl and shaking his hand. If needed I would seek Karl out again!         Mahmoud Elkhyati         Need help with your resume – Have a Recruitment Specialist help you for FREE      

Let me just say, Thank you Karl. You have been the best recruiter I have ever worked with by far. I was completely impressed with your professionalism, you took the time to get to know me and my work history. After recent experiences with other recruiters you made me feel like a candidate that is capable of my skills and knowledge within my field.

I would suggest Karl to any of my colleagues looking to move on to bigger and better positions.

Laurie Estes
You have been the best recruiter I have ever worked with!

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