Elevating executive search to an art form.
The 56 Difference
Trust is our signature placement
At 56 Executive Search, we offer a truly bespoke approach to executive placements for companies across New York City, Upstate New York, the Capital Region, and beyond. We serve a select clientele seeking discretion, precision, and impact across today’s most vital industries. For us, every executive search is personal. Each client receives our undivided focus, and every engagement is guided by trust.
We invest the time to understand your business, your values, and your long-term vision. By building genuine partnerships, we ensure each executive placement is thoughtfully aligned with your unique culture and objectives. In addition to working with innovative companies and established market leaders, we partner with private equity and venture capital firms, supporting their portfolio companies through key growth and leadership transitions. With extensive networks throughout New York, including New York City, the Capital Region, and Upstate, as well as across New England and nationally, we act with intention and complete confidentiality. Our expertise spans architecture, engineering, construction, life sciences, manufacturing, logistics, finance, technology, and media. Our mission is to introduce leaders who bring clarity, innovation, and measurable results to your organization’s future.
If you are seeking the best New York executive search firm or executive recruiters in New York, connect with 56 Executive Search today for a confidential consultation.
Meet The Founder
James Kaegi
James has cultivated deep expertise in executive search, guiding clients and candidates with insight, discretion, and genuine care. He founded 56 Executive Search to offer a more personal, focused alternative for organizations seeking transformative leadership. Motivated by a belief that the right placement can redefine a company’s future, James is dedicated to building lasting partnerships rooted in trust and understanding. His vision for 56 is simple: to provide an executive search experience marked by attentiveness, excellence, and truly individualized service.
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Access the Executive Hiring Playbook
At 56 Executive Search, we partner with companies who understand the value of great leadership. This playbook outlines the key principles we use to help our clients attract, assess, and hire top executive talent.
It’s designed for CEOs, founders, and hiring decision-makers looking to elevate their hiring process and avoid costly missteps.
Inside, you’ll find:
– A framework for defining and aligning on the right executive profile
– Insights into what sets apart strong executive candidates
– Guidance on structuring a hiring process that drives clarity and results
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