Persel Group
Hiring Advisors
Executive Search | Strategic Recruiting
Job Search Coaching | Career Coaching
Leadership Assessment
Connecting Talent to Opportunity.
Executive RECRUITERS
We’re hiring advisors, executive search partners, and strategic recruiters. We are headhunters. We help organizations hire the best.
Career COACHES
We’re job search coaches, career advisors, and leadership advisors. We are job hunters and opportunity makers. We help get you hired.
“Persel Group gets results. They know the market better than anyone I’ve worked with. If you want to advance, call Persel Group.“
JP, CDO, Media Company
Our Services
ExecuEdge™
Crafting Your Brand Narrative
Your story is your most valuable asset. ExecuEdge™ is our premier suite of career branding services, designed to articulate your unique value and leadership impact. We go beyond just creating a stellar resume; we build a powerful and cohesive personal brand that opens doors to board positions, high-stakes interviews, and influential networks. Our services include:
- CareerMaster™: A Resume That Gets Interviews
- ProfilePolish™: LinkedIn Profiles Optimized for Maximum Visibility
- BioPulse™: Executive Biographies That Make an Impact
- VisionDeck™: Captivating Presentations That Grab Attention
Elevate Executive Search:
Elite Leadership for Game-Changing Organizations
Persel Group’s ElevateTM Executive Search targets C-Suite, VP, and Director-level leaders who drive growth and innovation. We forge connections between visionary leaders and organizations, building the future. Our proprietary ConnectionLogicTM system matches experience with intent, ensuring the right talent fits your culture and accelerates your mission. Key Features:
- AI-enhanced sourcing with proprietary tools
- IlluminateTM Assessment integration for predictive success analytics
- Fixed investment structure with no commission surprises
- Exclusive focus on select searches for elite-level attention
All executive roles receive our PG 5-Star level of service. The roles of note include Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO), Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO), AI Agent Orchestrator, Chief Data Officer (CDO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and Chief Information Officer (CIO).
TalentEngineTM:
Recruiting Deep Tech for the Future of Innovation
TalentEngineTM connects high-growth companies with specialized AI, Cybersecurity, and Quantum Computing talent. Whether you’re scaling an AI-first startup, fortifying cyber defenses, or pushing quantum boundaries, we map the exact skills needed to build high-impact teams that execute at the highest level.
Key Specializations:
- AI Ethics Leaders and Strategy Consultants
- AI/ML Engineers and LLM Specialists
- Cybersecurity Architects and Threat Intelligence Analysts
- Quantum Algorithm Developers and Hardware Engineers
FulcrumTM Job Search:
Strategic Execution for Executive Results
FulcrumTM Job Search is designed for executives and high-performers who need strategic job search execution while maintaining focus on their current responsibilities. We handle the tactical heavy lifting, market mapping, opportunity identification, and targeted outreach, while you concentrate on showing up prepared and persuasive.
Core Components:
- Job Search Outsourcing with ProgressPartner™
- DecisionMaker Direct networking system
- Hidden market access through recruiting industry connections
- Strategic positioning and interview preparation
ClimbTM Career Coaching:
Leadership Development for Executive Advancement
ClimbTM Career Coaching focuses on developing the leadership capabilities that drive executive advancement. We help you discover your unique superpower, build influence without authority, and navigate the transition from traditional corporate structures to the emerging work-for-value economy.
Development Areas:
- Executive presence and soft power leadership
- Fractional and portfolio career transitions
- Board readiness and governance expertise
- Compensation strategy and negotiation excellence
Meet Ken
Hi, I’m Ken, founder of Persel Group.
At Persel Group, we believe every visionary deserves the chance to shape their next chapter. Our mission is to help you find that opportunity. We are Hiring Advisors, Executive Search Partners, Career Advisors, Job Search Coaches, and Leadership Advisors all focused on one thing: making you successful.
If you lead in emerging tech, you understand how much it means to find the right fit. The right role or leader involves a deeper alignment with what drives you and what your work can become.
That belief inspired us to create ConnectionLogicTM, our proprietary technology that connects capability and experience with culture and mission. The matches we make are the best possible fit, and this is why we enjoy a 95% success rate. When the chemistry feels right, remarkable things happen.
For companies, we are hiring advisors who seek out leaders who inspire and uplift. For executives, we uncover opportunities where your expertise sparks change and growth.
Whether you’re building new quantum applications, cybersecurity, or AI, we recognize the unique challenges you face. We’re here to support you as you help shape the future.
If you’re ready to discover what’s possible, let’s get started.
“Persel Group’s executive career coaching leveled up my leadership. And their insights were pivotal during a major organizational change.“
JG, EVP, Regional Bank
“I found a role that matched my skills and a place that I love. Persel Group’s support was incredible.“
DR, CTO, AI Accelerator
“The service provided by Persel Group was exceptional. We found the perfect fit for our AI team in record time. No easy task.“
SD, CHRO, Open Source Software Company
FAQs
What is executive search?
Executive search is a specialized recruiting service that helps organizations identify and hire senior leaders—such as CEOs, CFOs, and other top executives. It goes beyond traditional hiring by mapping the market, targeting highly qualified candidates (often passive), and guiding them through a discreet, strategic selection process.
What is SHREK?
SHREK is an acronym for the five largest global executive search firms:
Spencer Stuart
Heidrick & Struggles
Russell Reynolds
Egon Zehnder
Korn Ferry
What do you do in executive search?
We act as strategic partners to hiring leaders—not only filling positions, but also helping shape leadership. We understand your business, industry, goals, team dynamics, culture, and what success looks like in the role. From there, we map the market, identify high-impact leaders, discreetly engage them, and guide the process through final offer and onboarding.
