Find executives who drive growth, technology, and organizational development
The right CEO, CTO, or CPO doesn’t just set the direction of your organization they also determine how fast you can grow, innovate, and attract talent. At the same time, the market for tech executives is small, discreet, and heavily reliant on trust. Experienced leaders rarely respond to job postings. They only engage when the story, ambition, and personal connection are right.
At Haystack People, we support your e-commerce, platform, or SaaS organization with executive searches for roles such as CEO, CTO, CPO, Managing Director, or Co-Founder. We speak with executives who have a proven track record in scaling tech organizations, working with investors, and building strong management teams. Professionals who understand what an organization needs at different stages of growth from startup and scale-up to mature tech company.
We work in full confidentiality and take the time to clearly define the search mandate. Our consultants maintain personal relationships with executives who are not actively visible on the market and conduct in-depth selection interviews before introducing any candidates.
What you might want to know
100%! Confidentiality is at the core of our approach. We first discuss the search assignment in detail with you before approaching the market. In the first stage, we approach candidates anonymously. We only share names and company details once both the candidate and your organization are comfortable with it.
Executive search requires a different approach than traditional recruitment. It’s not about speed, but about the quality and long-term fit of the match. Our process includes market research, candidate selection, multiple interview rounds, and reference checks. A clear profile and fast decision-making help accelerate the process.
For executive searches, you should expect a timeline of approximately 8 to 16 weeks, depending on the complexity of the role and the market.
Yes. You can also come to Haystack for searches for technical or commercial co-founders. Because the collaboration between founders is so critical to a company’s success, we place strong emphasis on personality, shared ambitions, and complementary skill sets.
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