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NameCurrent roleCompany
Rachel KimCFOLattice (Series D)
Marcus WebbVP FinanceRippling (Series C)
Priya AnandCFODeel (Series C+)
James ParkCFOPersonio (Series E)
34 CFO candidates found · 11 in optimal mobility window (2–4 yr tenure)

C-suite candidate sourcing

Build targeted long-lists of executive candidates by searching for professionals with specific titles, industries, company sizes, and geographies. Filter by funding stage, tenure, and career progression signals to surface the most placeable candidates.

Find VP of Engineering candidates with 8+ years experience at B2B SaaS companies with 200–1000 employees in Austin, TX or open to remote.

Found 34 matches. Top candidates include VPs at current-stage SaaS companies, 11 with recent job tenure of 2–4 years (optimal mobility window). List includes name, title, company, headcount, and LinkedIn.

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NameTitleCompany
David TorresVP EngineeringHomebase (Series D)
Sarah LinVP EngineeringWP Engine (1000 emp)
Kevin OseiVP EngineeringAlertMedia (Series C)
Maria ReyesVP EngineeringVast Data (remote-first)
34 matches · 11 in optimal tenure window (2–4 yrs)

Competitor org chart mapping

Research the complete leadership structures of target companies and competitors. Identify reporting lines, tenure gaps, and executives who may be receptive to a call — especially those who have been passed over for promotion or recently changed roles.

Map the full executive team at Snowflake — CEO direct reports, their titles, tenures, and any recent promotions or departures.

Mapped 9 C-suite and SVP-level leaders. 2 VP roles were filled externally in the last 12 months. 1 SVP joined from AWS 18 months ago — typical tenure before being recruitable.

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NameTitleTenure
Sridhar RamaswamyCEO1.4 yrs
Mike ScarpelliCFO8.2 yrs
Christian KleinermanSVP Product6.0 yrs
9 C-suite & SVP leaders mapped · 2 VP roles filled externally in last 12 months
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FieldData
RoleSVP Engineering · Snowflake · 18 months (from AWS)
LinkedIn ActivityActive — 2 posts/month; industry commentary
Typical Recruiting Window18–24 months after joining — approaching window
Profile retrieved · LinkedIn verified

Market intelligence for client briefings

Compile real-time data on talent supply, compensation benchmarks, and competitor hiring activity before a client kickoff call. Arrive with data on the candidate pool, recent hires in the role, and realistic timelines so clients trust your expertise.

How competitive is the market for a Head of Product at a Series A healthtech company? How many open roles exist and what are typical comp bands?

Found 28 open Head of Product roles at Series A health companies. Median base salary $185K–$230K with 0.3–0.7% equity typical. Average time-to-fill is 4.2 months based on recent job postings.

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Open Roles
28 active Head of Product openings at Series A health companies
Comp Range
$185K–$230K base + 0.3–0.7% equity typical
Time to Fill
4.2 months average based on recent postings
Candidate Supply
Competitive — 3-4 companies per strong candidate typically
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CompanyTitleComp range
Maven ClinicHead of Product$195K–$230K
Spring HealthDirector of Product$185K–$215K
MedallionHead of Product$200K–$225K
28 open roles · Series A healthtech · median $205K

Executive background research

Research shortlisted candidates before presenting them to clients. Pull their career history, board memberships, public statements, recent press mentions, and any controversies to flag potential issues and demonstrate diligence.

Research Jane Smith, former COO at TechCorp. Summarize her track record, press mentions, board roles, and anything notable from the past 3 years.

Compiled executive brief: 2 board seats (one nonprofit, one Series B startup), featured in 3 industry interviews, led a 2x revenue growth initiative at TechCorp. No adverse press. Strong network in enterprise SaaS.

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Board Roles
2 board seats — nonprofit (EdAccess Foundation) + Series B startup (Fable)
Track Record
Led 2x revenue growth initiative at TechCorp (FY21–FY23)
Press Mentions
3 industry interviews — Forbes, SaaStr podcast, HBR.org
Adverse Media
None found
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Jan 2025
Forbes: "10 COOs Reshaping Enterprise SaaS" — featured profile
Oct 2024
SaaStr Podcast: interview on scaling GTM teams post-Series C
Mar 2024
HBR.org: byline on operational excellence in scaling companies

Job market and role benchmarking

Search active job postings across companies to benchmark how clients describe roles, identify what competitors offer, and spot underserved talent segments. Use live data to set realistic expectations on search timelines and compensation.

Show me all current CRO openings at enterprise software companies with 500+ employees. Include salary ranges, required experience, and posting dates.

Found 19 CRO openings at enterprise software companies. Salary range: $250K–$375K base. 14 of 19 require prior CRO or VP Sales experience. Average posting age: 23 days.

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CompanyTitleSalary range
Veeva SystemsChief Revenue Officer$320K–$375K base
Procore TechnologiesCRO$290K–$340K base
ZendeskChief Revenue Officer$310K–$360K base
19 CRO openings · 14 of 19 require prior CRO or VP Sales · avg 23 days posted

Tracking leadership moves and news

Monitor news for executive departures, promotions, and new appointments at target companies and sectors. Stay ahead of incoming mandates by knowing about leadership changes before clients call you.

Alert me to any C-suite departures or new executive hires announced at enterprise cybersecurity companies this week.

Found 7 executive moves this week: 2 new CISOs appointed, 1 CEO departure at a public company, 1 CFO transition, and 3 VP-level hires. Full details and sources included.

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Apr 3
CrowdStrike appoints new CISO — Shawn Henry promoted internally
Apr 2
Palo Alto Networks names new Chief Revenue Officer — external hire
Apr 1
Tenable CEO departure announced — board search underway
Mar 31
Rapid7 CFO transition — Tim Adams to step down Q2

Ready-to-use prompts

Build a CFO long-list

Find CFO candidates with 10+ years in B2B SaaS at post-Series B companies in the US. Include name, current company, tenure, and LinkedIn profile.

Map competitor leadership

Research the full executive team reporting to the CEO at Datadog. Include titles, estimated tenures, and any recent promotions or departures.

Job market benchmark

Show all open Chief Revenue Officer roles at enterprise tech companies with 500–5000 employees. Include compensation ranges and key requirements.

Research a candidate

Research the career history, board roles, press mentions, and public reputation of a named executive for a CFO placement at a Series C company.

Track executive moves

Find all CEO and CFO departures or appointments announced at US-listed fintech companies in the last 30 days. Include company names and sources.

Find passive candidates

Find VP of Sales professionals at enterprise software companies who have been in their current role for 3+ years and are based in Chicago or open to relocation.

Sourcing by PE-backed firm

Find CEOs and COOs who have led PE-backed companies through successful exits in the industrials sector. US-based, 10+ years senior leadership experience.

Compensation market data

What is the typical compensation range for a Chief People Officer at a publicly traded tech company with 2,000–10,000 employees in 2025?

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New search kick-off

Before the client kickoff call, compile market intelligence: map the candidate pool, benchmark compensation, and identify active competitors for the same talent.

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Job Search
Search active postings to gauge market demand and comp ranges
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Lead Finder
Build an initial long-list of potential candidates
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Deep Research
Research talent supply and recent placements in the sector

Candidate vetting and brief preparation

Before presenting a shortlist to a client, research each candidate thoroughly to validate career claims, surface red flags, and write compelling candidate briefs.

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Linkedin Analytics
Pull current LinkedIn data for each shortlisted candidate
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Search press for mentions, interviews, and controversies
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Deep Research
Compile a full candidate brief with career narrative

Pipeline development and market monitoring

Continuously build pipeline by tracking leadership moves, identifying newly available talent, and proactively reaching out before a search is even opened.

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Monitor leadership changes across target sectors
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Lead Finder
Source candidates around recently vacated roles
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Deep Research
Research company growth signals to anticipate upcoming hires

Frequently Asked Questions

How does AI help executive recruiters find passive candidates?

Lead Finder searches professional databases to surface executives matching your criteria — title, industry, company size, geography — including those not actively job hunting. You can filter by tenure signals that suggest receptivity, like 3+ years in a role or recent company changes.

Can I use these tools to monitor when a competitor places an executive?

Yes. The News tool lets you track executive appointment announcements across industries and company types. Set targeted searches for terms like "appoints CFO" or "names new Chief Revenue Officer" in your target sectors to stay informed.

How accurate is LinkedIn profile data from the LinkedIn Analytics tool?

LinkedIn Analytics retrieves publicly available profile data directly. Accuracy depends on what individuals have made public. For executive searches, most senior candidates maintain current and detailed public profiles, making this a reliable sourcing signal.

Can I research comp benchmarks with these tools?

Deep Research aggregates compensation data from public sources, job postings, and industry surveys. Job Search provides real-time salary ranges from active postings. Together they give you a reliable market view for setting realistic client expectations on comp.

How do I use these tools to prepare a client search brief?

Use Job Search to quantify the candidate pool size, Deep Research to summarize recent hires and market conditions, and Lead Finder to build a preliminary long-list. Arriving to kickoff with this data positions you as a market expert, not just a recruiter.

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