Our Team

Our Leader, Our Team, Our Commitment

Gary Kaplan’s career encompasses virtually every facet of the executive search field, including the client side, and draws on a multiplicity of skills. Demanding no less of his diverse team than of himself, he has carefully selected his firm’s principals for the dedication, knowledge, energy, and expertise they bring to the firm and its clients.

The firm as a whole reflects a valuable depth and breadth of know-how in the recruitment field. We are exceptionally well qualified to tackle and successfully accomplish even the most challenging executive search assignments.

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	Gary Kaplan President “We enable our clients and our candidates to achieve their professional goals and dreams through an intensive and distinct process, coupled with incomparable communication, integrity, and commitment. We built this firm guided by a passion for what we do, and an unparalleled effort to out-perform while fostering lasting relationships with the people we serve. I am most proud of our reputation as the ‘go-to firm that gets it done,’ and that the vision I shaped this organization with is the hallmark of our service. We will walk through fire to succeed for clients.”
	Michelle Bonoan Education & Non-Profit Practice Leader "Specializing in the non-profit and education sectors is particularly rewarding, as it is truly an artful collaboration and a positive partnership. Having the instincts and the innate ability to understand client needs and then translate those needs into an effective plan of action is crucial. I always strive to place the clients’ best interests first and pride myself on applying the highest work standards, most innovative strategizing, and effective methods of communication to ensure complete, ongoing client satisfaction."
	Richard Fitch Vice President "Having spent my entire career in human resources, many years in the corporate world, it’s nice being able to utilize my talents and resources on the other side of the desk now. Possessing the sensitivity and expertise necessary to successfully exceed our clients’ expectations is key. The learning aspect, gaining knowledge of what people and companies do is intriguing. Executive search allows the freedom to engage problem solving skills and strategies while giving clients what they need, in meeting their expectations."
	Shelli Herman Vice President "Waking up every day I feel like I get to play in the World Series. Our impact is both immediate and long-term. To positively influence the lives of our clients and at the same time the operations of the many organizations with whom we work is very rewarding. I can’t imagine doing anything else, and I’m always ready to play another inning."
	Ben Lambert Senior Associate "I have a deep-rooted appreciation for the reward that comes with finding the best solutions for our clients. My experience working abroad and strong work ethic have helped develop my flexibility, adaptability and high level of motivation in many different cultural settings. My goal is to create strong relationships by being very approachable through constant, open communication, and by maintaining a targeted focus on evaluating and then meeting our clients’ needs."
	Walter McNichols Senior Vice President "Having spent my entire career in executive search I could not have made a better choice. After many years I know the impact I have had on our clients and candidates. We contribute to significant and meaningful change in helping clients achieve their objectives. And, just as important, we have helped monitor and mentor a generation of leaders as our successful candidates have progressed in their respective careers. I take this responsibility seriously as I begin each search assignment - it motivates me to succeed. And best of all I thoroughly enjoy what I do."