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IIC Partners Adds Global Office in Atlanta Through Legacy Executive Search

IIC Partners, a leading provider of executive search and leadership consulting services, is excited to welcome Legacy Executive Search into membership. Headquartered in Atlanta, Legacy Executive Search expands IIC Partners’ service offering in the United States and across the Americas.

Founded in 2023 by industry veterans Charlie Wilgus, Erik Kessinger, and Jason Hudson, Legacy Executive Search brings over 50 combined years in the executive search industry. The team has a remarkable record of placing high-caliber leaders in the industrial, consumer, technology, and private equity sectors.

Legacy Executive Search serves as a strategic partner to its clients, providing a boutique, high-touch approach that includes a meticulous evaluation of culture, business objectives, and leadership needs. In parallel with their global expansion through IIC Partners, 2025 is set to be a year of significant growth in terms of team size, expanding relationships with existing clients, and the onboarding of new industrial clients throughout the United States. 

Jason Hudson, Co-Founder and Executive Partner at Legacy Executive Search commented, “We are thrilled to join IIC Partners and collaborate with a global network of industry peers who bring valuable insights, new ideas, and best practices. We now have the capabilities to serve clients expanding internationally and assist partner firms with cross-border searches in the U.S.”

Christine Hayward, Executive Director of IIC Partners, added, “We are thrilled to welcome Legacy Executive Search to IIC Partners and expand our presence in Atlanta, one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States. Their impressive track record and strength across the industrial and private equity sectors make them a valuable addition to our global network.”

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