An executive search partner dedicated
to you.
Leadership Search for Organizations Navigating Growth and Change
Talent is not only the big equalizer, but it is oftentimes the competitive edge a business needs to stay ahead of the curve.
We partner with private, public, and investor-backed organizations to identify senior leaders who can operate with judgment, clarity, and accountability — not just pedigree.
Madison Wells was built by operators and recruiters who have spent years placing leaders in complex, data-driven environments — where decisions have consequences and leadership must translate into results.
That background gives us a sharper lens on leadership: how executives think, how teams actually function, and how strategy turns into execution.
Our business is to grow yours.
That starts with leadership. We bring the network and context to identify senior talent aligned to your organization’s structure, strategy, and moment in time.
Chosen by growth-stage and investor-backed teams when the hire truly matters.
Every business model is different. We tailor the talent approach to fit how your organization actually operates.
- Legal - Practice & Firm roles
- Technology - Scale & Enterprise roles
- Consumer-Facing - Commercial roles
- Gaming - Product & Growth roles
- Life Sciences - Commercial & Operational roles
- Entertainment - Audience & Revenue roles
- Advertising - Client-Facing roles
- Financial Services - Risk, Growth, & Operational roles
An experienced, data-driven approach.
Most of our work comes from repeat clients. We run searches with context and judgment — not just tools. Algorithms and platforms don’t understand business models or nuance. We do.
Our ApproachA custom search that works for you.
Every leadership search is shaped around the organization behind it, its structure, culture, and moment in time. We don’t force a standard playbook. We adapt the search to the role, the business, and the outcomes required.
Explore Our ProcessOur clients trust us
I am a marketing research practitioner who has known Alex for many years and has worked with him in the capacity of both a hiring manager and as a candidate, with successful results in both scenarios. Madison Wells recruiters have an excellent understanding of marketing research and analytics and are very well-networked in these fields. In addition to being effective recruiters, and moreover highly ethical ones, the approach of Madison Wells recruiters suggests that they are interested not merely in completing the current engagement or getting the next one, but rather in building long-term trust-based business relationships.
Andrew, SVP Research & Insights, Technology Client Seattle
Alex is a strategic thinker and operator. Those skills, combined with his personable demeanor and energy are a very impressive package!
Anne, Exec. Vice President, Market Research Supplier Client New York
Alex and Beth are both very knowledgeable about the market research field, extremely responsive, and professional. They gave great advice throughout the interview process and helped place me in a position that was an excellent fit for my career goals.
Ashton, Candidate Chicago
When leadership matters, experience counts.
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