What We Do

Our Managing Partners, Murray Lee and Karen Bradford, have worked together for more than twenty years, completing hundreds of search assignments and refining their process along the way. Every engagement flows through three phases to secure an exceptional new executive. 

Phase 1, Design

Learn: The process begins by meeting with your key decision makers. The more we know about your organization, the more effective and efficient the search will be.

Prepare: A strategic action plan to focus our research on the best candidates to identify and qualify.

Create: Necessary documents to run the search effectively. This includes an “Opportunity Profile” and “Executive Questionnaire.”

Research: Finding top talent is a blend of science and creativity. Our marketplace research yields highly qualified candidates and appropriate referral sources.

“From the start, Murray impressed our search committee and our administrative team with his high level of communication, thoroughness, and attention to detail. The design of the search process was created and carried through from start to finish with input from all stakeholders and careful guidance from Murray.”

A.M., Board President

Phase 2, Execute

Recruit: Individualized and discreet contact to talented candidates that establishes rapport and ignites their interest.

Qualify: Comprehensive interviews confirm qualifications and the potential for a cultural fit while promoting your organization.

Present: Submit qualified candidates for your consideration.

Facilitate: Coordinate your interview process and deliver feedback to and from all participants.

Manage: Closure provided to those being released as you focus on finalists.

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Phase 2, Execute

Recruit: Individualized and discreet contact to talented candidates that establishes rapport and ignites their interest.

Qualify: Comprehensive interviews confirm qualifications and the potential for a cultural fit while promoting your organization.

Present: Submit qualified candidates for your consideration.

Facilitate: Coordinate your interview process and deliver feedback to and from all participants.

Manage: Closure provided to those being released as you focus on finalists.

“I knew that any candidates Karen presented to me were well-vetted and worth my time and consideration. She took the time and effort to make sure the candidates presented to us were really the best candidates.”

J.D., Chief People Officer

Phase 3, Deliver

Confirm: Background checks, professional references, and employment verification.

Secure: Deliver your offer, mediate when necessary, and secure their acceptance.

Resignation: Support is provided to your new employee with best practices for resigning and navigating any counteroffer scenarios.

Transition: Communication is maintained with you and your new employee during their notice period as they prepare to onboard.

“Murray and Karen understood that we weren’t just searching for someone who could fit in with our executive team of 4, we needed someone who could mesh with an entire high-functioning team of directors. Our chosen candidate is an extraordinary leader!”

E.M., President

Integration Coaching

A Highly Recommended Add-on Service

Ensure a successful transition as you bring a new leader into your organization! Once a hire is made, we highly recommend Integration Coaching to enhance your new team member’s effectiveness.

It’s widely accepted that change is inevitable, and how people respond is a matter of choice. Even before your new executive arrives, they begin connecting with peers and adjusting to your organization’s culture. A successful onboarding requires more than previous experience and necessary skills. It also requires mutual acceptance of new people and ideas—by both the executive and the established team.

Integration Coaching minimizes the possibility of missteps, builds early traction, and increases retention and long-term effectiveness.

Our network of executive coaches serves corporate and nonprofit clients across a wide range of industries. Once you’ve selected a coach, they meet with stakeholders to agree on key metrics and first-year goals. Then, the coach works closely with the executive and direct supervisor over a 3- to 6-month engagement, providing focus, feedback, and transparency.

Integration Coaching can be added to the search engagement at any point in the process. The service fee is determined by the length of the engagement and the number of participants.

You’ve already made a significant investment to secure your new executive. This is how you protect it!

Real People, Real Results

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It was a pleasure dealing with such a great professional such as yourself and I am truly grateful.

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E.K., New York, NY
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Thank you for all that you had done to assist me in this process. Your knowledge has been very valuable to me. I can also tell that you enjoy doing what you call your job!

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R.U. Chicago, IL
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Murray, I just want to take the opportunity to thank you for working with me throughout this process. It really has been an excellent experience. I wanted to share my gratitude because I believe you and your company do excellent work.

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K.F. Lowell, MA
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Thank you once again for your persistence with me! Words cannot describe how elated I am to work with my new team!

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T.O. Cleveland, OH
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Karen was a wonderful presence… Her knowledge of the non-profit and corporate sectors helped me to better understand the increasingly competitive job market, hiring trends, … and how to best position myself. Karen seems able to make the best out of many situations in a win-win manner. Her technical knowledge combined with her inherently calming, reflective and insightful nature is sure to be an asset to hiring managers… I highly recommend working with Karen.

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J.V. Westford, MA
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Thank you so much for your guidance, advice, and insight – I really can’t thank you enough!

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S.A. Pittsburgh, PA
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I’m thrilled to recommend Murray, who I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for several years. His incredible diligence, unwavering reliability, and ability to drive projects forward left a lasting impression on me. He is the kind of professional you’d trust with your most sensitive projects or to represent your company in high-stakes situations. I believe Murray is a great asset if you’re looking for a dedicated, trustworthy, and highly capable Executive Search Consultant!

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A.H. Cambridge, MA
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Thanks for everything. Ken and I are very pleased with both of your recruits.

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L.S. Chicago, IL
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We are sincerely grateful for your facilitation of this hiring opportunity.

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C.T., Salem, MA
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Thank you so much for your guidance, advice, and insight – I really can’t thank you enough!

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S.A., Pittsburgh, PA
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Karen is an exceptional search professional who prioritizes relationship building and the candidate experience. I had the pleasure of working with her during a recent career transition, and she was consistently thoughtful, responsive and supportive. Karen is an amazing advocate, sounding board and mentor. She truly wants the best match for both the candidate and the company, spending considerable time with both so she can ensure a successful placement. Her kindness, professionalism and support would be welcomed by any candidate or client. I highly recommend working with Karen!

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V.D. Brockton, MA
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My first day was yesterday and I just wanted to let you know how fantastic it went! I’m so excited about this company, the people I work with and the opportunities ahead. Thank you so much for everything.

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J.V. Atlanta, GA
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I’ve had the privilege of getting to know Murray and seeing firsthand the impact of his work in executive recruiting. Since 2001, he has been connecting outstanding organizations with exceptional leaders. He does it with a level of professionalism, care, and insight that sets him apart.

Murray brings a rare ability to truly understand both sides of the equation: the unique challenges and culture of each organization, and the skills and leadership qualities needed in C-Suite candidates. Whether working with corporate clients or nonprofit boards, he consistently identifies, recruits, and places leaders who not only fit the role but also elevate the organization.

What stands out most is his integrity and dedication to solving challenges for his clients. He doesn’t just fill a position – he ensures the right match to drive long-term success. If your organization is looking for an Executive Director, President/CEO, or other senior leader, I can’t recommend Murray highly enough. He is a trusted advisor and a true partner in executive search.

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S.M., Boston, MA
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Karen…the best part is Amy. I think she will be great!

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L.S. Boise, ID
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I am very pleased to recommend your services. Prior to engaging you, we had used another professional and done our own search for over two years with no viable candidates. Your work to secure a viable candidate was comprehensive and thorough. You provided sound advice and suggestions throughout the search. In short, we are very pleased with the service and the outcome…

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C.G., Nantucket, MA
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I wanted to take a moment to thank you for all of your help. Recruiters like yourself are rare, most do not take the time to invest and care for both the client and the candidate.

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D.Y., Philadelphia, PA
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I’ve had several opportunities over the past few years to utilize Murray’s sourcing and recruiting talents for particularly challenging roles. I highly recommend him. He delivers the results that he promises!

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N.J., Boston, MA
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Karen, you helped me last year in recruiting Roberta. She is still with me and is my most valued asset! I can’t thank you enough!

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J.K. Louisville, KY
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I have been very pleased with the professionalism and efficiency of your recruitment service, and trust that you feel the same about your relationship with us. On behalf of our entire Board of Directors, I want to thank you for your assistance in this search. I feel strongly that the candidate we have chosen is a good match for a long time to come. Murray, once again thanks for your time and effort, and I look forward to continuing a business relationship with you in the future.

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C.P. Worcester, MA
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Karen’s communication and consistency throughout the search process helped us so much. She was extremely attentive to our needs and asked all the right questions. This was a difficult search which presented some limitations, but Karen rolled up her sleeves and found us fantastic candidates. The person we ended up hiring could have been hired at that first interview!

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R.D., Philadelphia, PA

Quality Over Quantity

We limit the number of searches we work on to make each client a priority.

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