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Because how you hire determines who you hire

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We match journeys.

Your role is more than a title, and candidates are more than resumes.

We fill tough positions

✓ Roles open for three months or longer
✓ Ambiguous or new roles
✓ Confidential searches
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We've done it before. We've got you. ​

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Uncover Hidden Talent

Your ideal hire may not be one of the usual suspects

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Optimized Process & Preparation

Not everyone is a born interviewer

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Job Alignment

We cut through the noise 

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Boutique, High-Touch Service

We care about this as much as you do

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Remove Ambiguity

We do thorough assessments so you meet the right people

CIO | CTO | CDO | CISO

Engineering | Data

Transformation | Infrastructure

Architecture | Security

Digital | IT

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GM | Head of Product​

Business leaders | P&L owners

with a tech angle

Roles we fill

Let's change recruiting,
one conversation at a time

Distinguished Search launched February 2020

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What we're known for

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- Getting to know you and accurately representing you

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- Deep understanding of roles and candidates

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- Cross industry placements

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- Transparency and unwavering ethics

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- Methodology and perseverance

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- Reachability and proactive communication

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- The right hires

Meet The Team

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Somer Hackley

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CEO & Executive Recruiter

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Lauren Cooney

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Director of Operations 

Media Center

Find the latest Distinguished Search featured articles, podcasts and interviews.

 

Female Founders: Real Stories, Real Success

October 23, 2024 - A Female Founders Series with Helen Plumridge. The conversation dives deep into Somer's journey of building a successful recruitment business while staying true to her values.

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Top Tech by Colin Lernell

October 21, 2024 - A Lightening Lesson: Demistifying Executive Search with Somer Hackley. Learn how to be magnetic and memorable to executive recruiters.

 

The Elite Recruiter Podcast

July 31, 2024 - The Power of Empathy and Relationships in Launching an Executive Search Firm with Somer Hackley

 

The Ripple Effect Podcast with Steve Harper

July 2, 2024 - In this podcast, Somer provides valuable insights into navigating the often confusing process of executive search and job hunting.

 

Career Briefs LinkedIn Edition with Sarah Johnston

June 18, 2024 - In this Career Conversation, we will discuss the best way to contact a recruiter, the dos and don’ts of working with a recruiter, how recruiters are compensated, and who recruiters work for.

 

Career Sessions, Career Lessons with J.R. Lowry

October 16, 2023 - Demystifying Executive Search with Somer Hackley.

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Ambition Out Loud

S3 Ep 1 - Demystifying Executive Search with Somer Hackley.

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The Resilient Recruiter Podcast with Mark Whitby

Ep 139 - How to Grow a Wildly Successful Executive Search Practice, with Somer Hackley. We talk about “doing BD by not doing BD.”

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The Career PROgressions Podcast with Mark Allred

On this episode Somer Hackley is joining Mark to talk about some answers about working with recruiters and a job search in general that might be hiding right in front of us. She’s going to share some of the wisdom in her new book Search in Plain Sight.

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Brainfood Live On Air

Ep 165 - How to be Influential on Video

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Forbes

Capital One's Digital Diaspora: How One Bank Became A Wellspring Of CIO Talent For Many Companies

 

The Enterprisers Project
IT hiring: 5 truths about executive search firms

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Synchrony Bank

The Rise of Women-Owned Businesses in the United States

Art of Search Podcast

Hiring Manager Series

These are stories and insights about all things hiring.

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CONTACT US

5701 W Slaughter Ln A-130-225
Austin, TX 78749

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Tel: 512.715.4250  |  somer@distinguishedsearch.com

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