FAQ

57th Street Partners is an executive search firm that connects exceptional leaders with organizations where they can make a lasting impact. We combine market intelligence, strategic insight, and a highly personalized approach to help companies make confident leadership decisions. 

 We partner with organizations across a range of industries, including Life Sciences, Technology, Manufacturing, Nonprofits, and Professional Services. Our team takes the time to understand each organization’s industry, culture, strategy, and leadership needs. 

We specialize in senior leadership positions, including CEO, COO, CTO, CHRO, vice president, and board-level roles. Every search is tailored to the organization and the outcomes the new leader will be expected to achieve.

Retained executive search is a dedicated, consultative approach used to identify and recruit senior-level leaders. Unlike a traditional recruiting model, the firm works as an extension of the client’s team throughout the entire search—from defining the role and evaluating the market to assessing candidates and supporting the selected leader’s integration.

Our process begins with a deep understanding of your goals, organizational culture, and definition of success. We then develop a targeted search strategy, conduct market research, engage qualified leaders, and evaluate candidates through structured interviews and assessments. Following the hire, we remain involved through structured check-ins designed to support long-term success.

 We look beyond titles and résumés to understand each candidate’s leadership capabilities, experience, values, and potential impact. Our evaluation process may include structured scorecards, behavioral interviews, leadership assessments, reference checks, and alignment with the organization’s strategic and cultural needs. 

 Cultural alignment begins before the search launches. Through stakeholder conversations and careful discovery, we identify the leadership qualities, behaviors, and values needed for success. These insights guide how candidates are identified, evaluated, and presented throughout the process. 

 Yes. Based in the Philadelphia area, 57th Street Partners works with organizations and executives across the United States. 

Executive search is a collaborative process. We maintain clear and consistent communication with key stakeholders, provide market insights, share progress updates, and help your team navigate important decisions throughout the engagement.

 Our approach is built on partnership, transparency, cultural and strategic alignment, discretion, and precision. We use targeted search strategies and meaningful relationships to identify leaders who can advance the organization’s culture, strategy, and long-term vision—not simply meet the requirements listed in a job description. 

 Yes. We welcome conversations with accomplished executives who are actively considering a career move or who want to stay connected to the leadership market. Executives may also apply to join The Executive Collective to expand their network, access market insights, and participate in leadership-focused conversations.