Chief Human Resources Officer
Location Impact: USA
THE CHALLENGE
Silvester & Company was engaged to find the first Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for a publicly traded global leader in medical devices. This pivotal role required an experienced HR strategist to guide the company through significant growth and transformation. The new CHRO needed to drive change management, elevate the global HR function, and preserve the company’s revered culture.
THE STRATEGY
Recognizing the critical nature of this search, we collaborated closely with the CEO and Board. Our initial step involved in-depth discussions with each stakeholder to define the ideal candidate profile. The Board sought a trusted business partner for the CEO who could also challenge and refine existing processes and organizational design. The CEO wanted a leader who would honor the company’s cultural legacy while implementing deliberate, thoughtful change.
Armed with a clear understanding of the requirements, we launched a nationwide search. We targeted candidates from both within and adjacent to the medical device industry who had experience in large global organizations and successful transitions to smaller, founder-led companies. We sought a professional who could balance the Board’s strategic goals with the CEO’s cultural values, driving change with collaborative and patient leadership.
Individuals contacted across the US
POTENTIAL CANDIDATES EVALUATED BY THE SEARCH COMMITTEE
DIFFERENT STATES WHERE CANDIDATES WERE IDENTIFIED
OF PRESENTED CANDIDATES THAT RECEIVED A CLIENT INTERVIEW
THE RESULTS
Our partner-led team conducted an exhaustive market and candidate assessment, presenting a shortlist that met the stringent criteria. The successful candidate had extensive experience with a global multinational consumer health company and had transitioned to a private equity-backed startup. This leader had a proven track record in driving successful organizational change, leading multinational HR teams, and building rapport at all levels.
After a thorough interview process designed by our team, the candidate emerged as the unanimous choice. The new CHRO has now celebrated a successful three-year tenure, marking a pivotal step in the company’s journey and setting the stage for continued global success.
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