Our Approach

Our search process is comprehensive, flexible, collaborative, and transparent, reflecting our core values of expertise, excellence, integrity, and trust. We deliver a diverse, well-qualified slate of candidates while ensuring a positive experience for all involved. Our success is built on the caliber of our team and the strong partnerships we form with clients, grounded in mutual confidence and respect.

We understand our clients' needs, vision, and team dynamics to identify and attract exceptional candidates, including those not actively seeking new positions. Our 5-step process ensures fair and objective vetting, aligned with your organizational values and aspirations.

5-Step Search Process

  • (Weeks 1-2)

    We start by understanding your organization’s history, culture, and strategy, and by meeting key stakeholders.

    After these discussions, we formulate a research strategy and develop a Leadership Profile.

  • (Weeks 3-4)

    We implement a research strategy starting during the Discovery phase, which includes ZD email announcements, media campaigns, and proactive outreach.

    We review "Benchmark candidates" with the client and continue recruitment outreach throughout the process.

  • (Weeks 5-9)

    We conduct preliminary screenings and develop a candidate pool, followed by face-to-face interviews with potential candidates.

    Recommended candidates are reviewed with the client, and we continue recruitment outreach.

  • (Weeks 10-14)

    We develop an interviewing protocol, providing a guide with sample questions and rating sheets, and coordinate interview logistics.

    The client interviews the final candidates while ZurickDavis offers counsel on the interviewing process.

  • (Weeks 15-16)

    We counsel on the final candidate selection, assisting stakeholders in the decision-making process.

    We provide comprehensive referencing and credentialing, facilitate offer negotiations, and manage acceptance.