Driving outcomes through exceptional leadership.
Where Private Equity turns for leadership.
More than 90% of our work supports middle market PE firms and their portfolio companies, yet our track record spans industries and ownership models. Whether you're scaling a portfolio company or navigating change in a public enterprise, we place executives built for momentum. We work closely with you to identify your leadership needs and deliver unrivaled candidates to choose from.
What Our Clients Say
“Onstott Group did an outstanding job on this assignment and exceeded our expectations. They provided us with a well-defined process and definitive timeline, and diligently executed the assignment thoroughly and efficiently.”
Tom Ebling
Former CEO of Demandware (Acquired by Salesforce)
“Onstott Group exceeded our expectations on this important assignment. They ran a fluid, effective and no-nonsense process that quickly zeroed in on what we were looking for.”
Jeremy Hitchcock,
Former CEO of Dyn (Acquired by Oracle)
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“Onstott group did an outstanding job on this assignment. They conducted the search in a thorough and timely fashion and identified a strong candidate. I have worked with Onstott Group numerous times over the years' and would highly recommend their services.”
Bill McHale
Former CEO of Aeryon Labs (Acquired by FLIR)
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“Onstott Group did a phenomenal job. They had a well thought out search process and presented a strong slate of candidates from which we selected an outstanding President and CEO.”
Tom Burbage
Chairman of the Board of Terma
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“Onstott Group worked tirelessly to round out our finance organization in short order, with the addition of two talented executives. We are very pleased.”
Paula Olson
Former CFO of Frontline Education
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The Onstott Difference
At Onstott Group, we know that finding the right leader isn’t just about ticking boxes or calling the same tried-and-true names from our network. It’s about understanding the full scope of what’s needed: technical expertise, cultural alignment, and the leadership traits that will accelerate growth. With more than 35 years in executive search, we bring deep insight and a refined sense for what makes placements succeed. But we don’t rely on legacy alone. Every search is driven by custom research, rigorous market mapping, and a partner-led process that keeps us close to the nuance of each client’s goals.
It’s this combination — legacy depth and modern precision — that makes us the go-to firm for transformational leadership.
Based in Boston, we partner with companies across the United States and maintain a presence in New York, Houston, and Charleston. As part of IMD International Search Group, we have access to a global network of partners, extending our reach worldwide. We are also proud members of AESC, upholding the highest standards for Board and C-Suite talent.
