Neil French and Rory Mcdermott, Co-Founders of STOIX, discuss the importance of building a modern executive search firm, embracing innovation and cherishing their trust-driven partnership.

Neil French and Rory Mcdermott, Co-Founders of STOIX, discuss the importance of building a modern executive search firm, embracing innovation and cherishing their trust-driven partnership.

In this episode. Candice Bourne has an energising conversation with Neil French and Rory Mcdermott. Co-Founders of STOIX, in which they share the story of how they created the disruptive search firm after working together in a regional accountancy recruitment company and realising how compatible they are despite being very different.

Billy Stephenson talks about his approach to building trust and a solid reputation, and leading with purpose in a fast-moving world.

In this episode, Candice Bourne is joined by Billy Stephenson, Founder of Stephenson Executive Search, who reflects on 14 years of building a boutique firm on a foundation of trust and reputation and why being nimble, team-focused, and relationship-driven matters more than chasing revenuetargets.

Liz Jones talks about her shift from former a global agency leader to executive search firm, why great hiring depends on understanding people beyond CV's and leadership instinct in a changing market.

In this episode, Candice Bourne talks to Liz Jones who has formed a niche media and marketing search firm Conker after a corporate career in sales. Her story shows how following your passions alongside life coaching can lead to a transformative career.

Christina Brooks speaks about how her business was shaped around her experience of best practice in other search firms the pro bono work they do in prisons and her goal for broader diversity.

In this episode, Candice Bourne talks to Christina Brooks, Founder & CEO at Ruebik who shares her unique story from starting work in fashion at 15 to working at the BBC before launching her successful career in search where she is really making a difference in inclusion.

Mark Moreau talks about his leadership principles, respectful honesty with clients and candidates, peer learning, and embracing technology as the future of search evolves.

This is a compelling listen. In this episode, Candice Bourne speaks with Mark Moreau, President and CEO of Elevate Talent, who reflects on his leadership journey from his early career in the leisure industry to his current role. He shares valuable insights into his core values, leadership approach and offers a fascinating perspective on the dynamic industry sectors that Elevate serves.