Developing Leadership Excellence

Unlocking Your Organization's Potential through Executive Search & Leadership Team Coaching

At Herrerias & Associates, we specialize in providing top-tier executive search and leadership consulting services. With over 30 years of proven success and a track record of over 400 projects, we are dedicated to helping organizations build high-performing executive teams.

Executive recruiting service

Our Mission is to Build Your Success

Teams build Businesses…we recruit & coach your executive team.

We are committed to unlocking your organization’s potential through executive search and leadership team coaching.

Executive Recruiting and Coaching
Executive Recruiting and Coaching Firm

Our Comprehensive Services

Executive Search

Our executive search services are designed to identify and recruit the best talent for your organization. We have deep expertise in recruiting CEOs, COOs, and CFOs, and our strategic, data-driven process ensures that we deliver high-caliber candidates in an average of 90 days. Our proprietary Career Navigator Tool and structured methodology for market research and candidate assessments set us apart from the competition.

Succession Planning

We understand the importance of seamless leadership transitions. Our succession planning services help organizations prepare for the future by identifying and developing potential leaders within the company. We work closely with your leadership team to ensure that candidates align with your company’s culture, vision, and long-term goals.

Leadership Effectiveness

Our leadership effectiveness services focus on enhancing the performance of your executive team. We provide coaching, strategic planning, and team assessments to help your leaders reach their full potential. Our goal is to build high-performing teams that drive organizational success.

Executive Onboarding

We offer comprehensive executive onboarding services to ensure that new leaders integrate smoothly into your organization. Our services have included candidate and hiring manager coaching, assessment training on communications, conflict resolution, decision making, time management, goal setting, and motivation management. We provide ongoing support to help new executives succeed in their roles.

Industries We Serve

We have extensive experience working with a wide range of industries, including:

Manufacturing & Distribution

Supporting the growth of manufacturing and distribution sectors with skilled leadership.

Business Services (B2B)

Providing strategic recruitment solutions for business-to-business service providers.

Professional Services

Expertise in sourcing top talent for consulting, legal, and financial services.

Consumer Products & Services

Delivering executive search services tailored to the consumer goods industry.

Technology

Connecting tech companies with innovative leaders to drive digital transformation.

Medical Devices

Specializing in recruiting executives for the medical device industry.

Associations & NonProfits

Partnering with mission-driven organizations to find leaders who make an impact.

Functions Filled

Our expertise extends to filling key executive roles, such as:

  • CEO / President
  • GM / COO
  • CFO
  • Sales & Marketing
  • HR / OD
  • IT / CISO / CAIO
  • Boards

Why Choose Herrerias & Associates

Our Distinctive Approach

Decades of Proven Success

Over 30 years in executive search with a 400+ projects track record.

Specialized Leadership Focus

Deep expertise in recruiting CEOs, COOs, and CFOs, and the coaching for Onboarding, Teamwork, and High Performance.

Strategic, Data-Driven Process

A structured methodology for deep market research, candidate assessments, and a proprietary Career Navigator Tool. We design, assess, and then match candidates to clients for strategy, culture, skills, and change management./p>

Faster, More Effective Searches

Our Herrerias Career Navigator tool provides unique insights into leadership potential, setting us apart in the industry.

Beyond Recruitment: A True Leadership Partner

We help build high-performing executive teams, with coaching, and succession planning.

Cultural & Strategic Fit

We ensure candidates align with the company’s culture, vision, and long-term goals using our own proprietary tools and deep listening.

Personalized, High-Touch Service

We provide a boutique, tailored experience.

Private Equity Experience

We have a strong track record of working with private equity firms to recruit top executives for their portfolio companies.

Some of the firms we have partnered with include Champlain Capital, Spanos Barber Jesse, Permira, Horizon Capital, Black Canyon, Courtney Capital, and Hanover Capital.

Target Market/Clients

We serve founders, investors, boards, CXOs, and mission-driven leaders.

Elevating Leadership Through Precision Search

At Herrerias & Associates, we partner with boards to deliver transformational executive leaders who align with your organization’s values, culture, and long-term strategy.

Led by Paul Herrerias—an industry veteran with over 600 successful searches—our process combines rigor, discretion, and proprietary tools to ensure not just a hire, but a high-impact leadership solution.

From CFOs to CEOs, we help boards navigate succession planning, leadership gaps, and strategic growth with clarity and confidence.

Why Boards Trust Herrerias & Associates

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Board-Level Alignment

We begin with a deep understanding of your organization’s strategic goals, board priorities, and cultural dynamics—ensuring every candidate is vetted not just for capability, but for alignment with your mission and vision.

Specialized in Transformational Leadership

With a focus on CEO, CFO, and COO roles—particularly for PE-backed, family-owned, and high-growth organizations—we recruit leaders who create measurable value and drive change.

Rigorous, Proven Process

Our 13-step retained search methodology—from Readiness Assessment to Retention Regimen™—ensures thorough vetting, stakeholder engagement, and long-term success.

Accelerated Results, Lasting Impact

Averaging just 90 days to complete a search, we move quickly and decisively without sacrificing quality. Our hires are built to last.

Discreet, White-Glove Service

We bring boardroom-level professionalism, confidentiality, and high-touch communication to every engagement, earning us the trust of discerning boards and investors.
“Herrerias & Associates provided exceptional service throughout our executive search process. Paul’s deep industry knowledge and strategic insights were invaluable in finding the right leader for our organization. We highly recommend their services.” [LinkedIn Review]

Take the Next Step

Contact us today to learn more about how Herrerias & Associates can help your organization achieve its leadership goals.