Keller Executive Search Case Studies
We are pleased to showcase placements that exemplify our passion for search.
- Physician Group Practice
- Industrial Services
- Waste Management
- Mission Critical Construction
- Laboratory Automation
- Workplace Technology
- Automotive Manufacturing
- Online Marketplace
- Disability Services
- Public Contracting
- Government Technology
- Automotive Logistics
- Healthcare
- Property Development
- Unmanned Aerial Systems
- Defense Technology
- Commercial Vehicle Components
- Automotive
- Food Service
- Corporate Catering
- Oil and Gas
- Public Sector
- Specialty Insurance
- Outdoor Living
- Building Products
- Paper and Packaging Distribution
- Defense Manufacturing
- Aerospace
- Food Manufacturing
- Professional Engineering Services
- Clean Energy
- Consumer Products
- Arts & Culture
- Wealth Management
- Creative Advertising
- Wildlife Attractions
- UAV Software Specialist
- Photogrammetry
- Facilities Technology
- SaaS
- Technology
- Engineering
- Nonprofit
- Commercial Cleaning
- Consumer Electronics
- Real Estate
- Infrastructure
- Entertainment Development
- Financial Services
- Energy
- Travel
- Defense
- Legal Services
- eCommerce
- Transportation & Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Medical Technology
- Government
- Education
- Construction
- Healthcare Services
- Food & Beverage
- Cargo Securement
- Environmental Consulting
- Government Affairs
- Political Consulting
- Distribution Transformers
- Energy Infrastructure
- Hygiene Manufacturing
- Personal Care
- Adventure Parks
- Leisure
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical
- Family Office
- Temporary Surveillance
- Security Technology
- Government Services
- Public Libraries
- Private Boarding Schools
- International Education
- Land Development
- Specialty Foods
- Chief People Officer
- Senior Government Proposal Manager
- VP of Business Development
- VP of Operations
- Director of Innovation and Engineering
- Director of Business Development
- General Manager LATAM
- US Sales Manager
- Geological Services
- Head of Human Resources
- Principal Geologist
- Executive Assistant
- Compensation Manager
- Director - Global Talent
- Director of NA Human Resources
- Country Manager
- General Manager
- Managing Director
- Assistant Director - Cultural Programs
- Vice President of Risk Management
- Head of Builder Sales
- Maintenance Coordinator
- Finance Director
- Controller
- Office Manager
- VP of Modular Execution
- Business Support Manager
- Commercial Director
- Associate Financial Advisor
- Account Director
- Strategic Growth Marketing
- Regional Sales Manager
- Sales Executive
- Group General Manager
- Vice President of Talent Acquisition
- Head of Operations
- HR and Finance Director Americas
- Operations Leader
- VP of Engineering
- Area Manager
- People Experience Partner
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Integrator CEO
- Accounting Manager
- Director of Accounting
- Operations Manager
- Senior HR Leader
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist
- Director of Finance
- Director of Operations
- Sales Manager
- HR Manager
- VP of B2B Sales
- Supply Chain and Inventory Manager
- HR Manager Belgium
- Director of Information Technology
- Head of School
- Director of Human Resources
- International Sales Representative
- Head of Recruitment
- Senior Operations & Advocacy Leader
- Head of Sales
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Operating Officer
- Financial Controller
- Head of CFO Services and Senior Relationship Manager
- Director of Production Sales
- VP of Building Operations
- Director of e-Commerce
- Director of Software Engineering
- Employee Benefits Producer
- Director of Purchasing
Appointing a Country Manager to Lead Expansion Across the German Market
After a long search, a Country Manager was found to run the client’s German operations. With the contract signed and a June 2025 start date confirmed, the selected leader had the multi-unit operational background, chain management experience, and bilingual capability needed for the role. Onboarding could begin immediately as background and qualification checks were completed prior to the start date.
General Manager to Grow European Business Across EMEA
The client has recruited a General Manager for its EMEA operations following a focused international search. The role required sector knowledge, distributor management credentials, and field-sales experience, and the successful candidate had all of this, with the offer signed and background checks completed before an immediate start.
Hiring Senior Leadership to Scale a Multi-Family Office CFO Services Platform
A managing director has been identified through a focused national search for the client’s CFO Services & Bill Pay platform. The required family office skills, operational experience, and client relationship abilities were present in the designated leader, and the engagement was successfully concluded. The process led to the search for a second senior hire at the firm.
First Commercial Director in Spain for a Surveillance Tech Firm
The final shortlist had two strong candidates who had both impressed in Spain. The perfect appointment combined robust commercial credentials and an industry network across construction and renewables with the assertive, energetic leadership profile that had been central to the brief. Following the visit to Spain by the Managing Director, the board unanimously approved his appointment and confirmed the compensation package agreed at EUR 85,000 base salary, EUR 15,000 annual bonus, and stock options in a fast-growing business, with a start date of 1 September.
Director of IT to Modernize a Multi-Site Public Library System
Following a competitive national process, the appointment was then confirmed. The chosen professional’s relevant senior IT leadership experience and background in the government sector matched the requirements of the role. The formal offer was accepted and the pre-employment checks were completed in advance of the start date, including fingerprinting and FBI clearance. The new Director’s first-day message showed strong early engagement and a clear understanding of the work ahead.
Confidential Head of School Search for a Massachusetts Academy
A candidate we presented was appointed whose international boarding background was exactly what was required to cover the academic and commercial aspects of the brief. The required pre-employment screening, including Massachusetts CORI and SORI clearances, was completed in advance of the confirmed start date. The new Head joined remotely first in April and then moved to the campus in May, a transition structure that allowed for a measured handover while keeping the timeline moving.