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Executive search

AEther Studio, an Elevate Studio brand, is the driving force behind corporate transformation. We cultivate relationships with visionary leaders nationwide, meticulously identifying the key components that drive success. Gain access to our exclusive network of executive talent, poised to steer your organization into a prosperous future. With AEther Studio, you unlock unparalleled expertise and a commitment to excellence that ensures your leadership needs are not only met but exceeded. Join us and Elevate your organization to new heights. Partner with us on your next search.

Are you considering a search?

Executive Search Routes

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This model incentivizes both the client and recruiting partner to commit to the process without bearing all the upfront costs or risks. Combines elements of contingency and retained search, where an upfront fee is paid to start the search, and the balance is due upon completion. 


When to Engage:

+ For mid to senior-level positions that requ

This model incentivizes both the client and recruiting partner to commit to the process without bearing all the upfront costs or risks. Combines elements of contingency and retained search, where an upfront fee is paid to start the search, and the balance is due upon completion. 


When to Engage:

+ For mid to senior-level positions that require more attention than a contingent search but don’t justify the intensity of a retained search.


+ When you are willing to invest in a better search process and engage recruiters to a more committed process.

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Our search team firm works exclusively on your vacancy, which means dedicated resources and a deep, comprehensive search. Best for senior, executive, or highly specialized roles that have a significant impact on the company’s future. Recruiters act as consultants, offering market insights and detailed reports on the search process, includ

Our search team firm works exclusively on your vacancy, which means dedicated resources and a deep, comprehensive search. Best for senior, executive, or highly specialized roles that have a significant impact on the company’s future. Recruiters act as consultants, offering market insights and detailed reports on the search process, including competitor analysis and candidate market conditions. 


When to Engage:

+ For C-level and top executive roles or highly specialized technical positions where the right fit is crucial.


+ When the position requires a discrete search to avoid market speculation or when targeting candidates from direct competitors.


+ When you need a dedicated partner who can commit the time and resources to fill a critical position with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

reserve

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A curated roster of senior leaders, rising executives, and uniquely positioned professionals who’ve chosen Elevate Studio as their trusted talent representation. These individuals aren’t in search mode. They’re in residence — grounded in their expertise, selective about what’s next, and trusting us to facilitate the right connection when 

A curated roster of senior leaders, rising executives, and uniquely positioned professionals who’ve chosen Elevate Studio as their trusted talent representation. These individuals aren’t in search mode. They’re in residence — grounded in their expertise, selective about what’s next, and trusting us to facilitate the right connection when the time calls for it.


When to Engage:

+  Not every strategic hire requires a comprehensive search. The Reserve connects you to pre-qualified executive talent in a faster, more financial flexible format. 


+ For C-level and top executive roles or highly specialized technical positions where the right fit is crucial.


+ When the position requires a discrete search to avoid market speculation or when targeting candidates from direct competitors.

Elevate Reserve

What is the REserve?

The most impactful leaders aren’t chasing roles — they’re waiting for the right environment to meet them. The Elevate Reserve is our curated bench of pre-vetted, executive-level talent—leaders we’ve already built trusted relationships with and are ready to align with the right opportunity. 

Who's in the REserve?

  • C-Suite, VP's, Directors and Regional leadership
  • Principals, Senior Associates, Directors and Technical Leads (AEC)
  • Accounting, Finance, HR and Strategy Executives
  • Rising leaders who’ve outgrown their current chapter

Gain Access

As an Elevate client, you gain discreet access to Reserve members whose experience and career trajectory align with your business stage, industry, and transformation goals.

Gain Access to the Reserve

PErsonalized introductions

We facilitate intentional, hand-picked introductions between Reserve candidates and client organizations where timing, culture, and opportunity intersect—no job posting required.

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  • Proven success as a CEO/COO or senior-level executive with a background in direct management of P&L of at least a $10 million firm.  
  •  A minimum of 10 years of senior management, executive, and strategic leadership roles in the professional services industries in architecture, engineering, design, interiors or construction.
  • Licensure or Certification preferred in a respective field of architecture, engineering, design or interiors. 

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