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Kevin Parker Joins Leathwaite As Partner
Global executive search firm Leathwaite expands in the US market with the hire of Partner Kevin Parker as client demand increases.
During a year of ups and downs for the hiring industry, global executive search and human capital firm Leathwaite has announced multiple senior level hires from major competitors, notably industry expert Kevin Parker, from Heidrick & Struggles, as the firm ramps up its US growth strategy. Parker joins as Partner in the New York and Dallas offices to lead the firm’s Commercial and Digital Practice and strengthen its technology and operations expertise.
The addition of Parker bolsters Leathwaite’s offerings and further expands its footprint in the growing digital and technology-rich eco-system that exists in key markets. The boutique firm has seen an increase in demand from clients in regional hubs and Parker will work with organizations across all industries to build their digital and commercial leadership at the most senior levels, while also partnering with clients more broadly on global leadership strategies and opportunities.
“Leathwaite is a unique and innovative firm, well known and respected in the industry for its commitment to excellence in delivery and unsurpassed knowledge of its functional practice areas” said Parker. “I’m excited to work alongside the team to build on the great work Leathwaite has accomplished to date and I believe we are uniquely positioned to add long-term value for clients as human capital solutions continue to evolve and gain momentum. I hope to leverage my experience at building high-performance teams to expand the Leathwaite brand into front-office functions across the country.”
Parker has been at the helm of executive search for more than 20 years, specializing in consumer banking and payments, leading search assignments for top national banking and financial services companies, and fintech organizations across the US. He was most recently a Partner with Heidrick & Struggles in their Dallas and New York offices where he was a member of their global Financial Services and Technology Officers Practice. Before this, Parker was Managing Director of Cook Associates and Senior Engagement Director at Morgan Samuels, two premier boutique search firms, where he led their financial services and payments practices.
“Parker has an impeccable track record as a leader in executive search and leadership consulting,” says Paul Groce, Partner and Head of Americas. “With this experience in mind, he is a perfect match for the expanding Leathwaite business model and brings a wealth of knowledge in front office operations and highly sought-after functional expertise where client needs are increasing. Kevin will enable us to scale our efforts and advise our clients more effectively as we continue to ramp up our capabilities.”
The US remains a crucial market for the Leathwaite business as it comes off its best year to date and the firm continues to add top talent in key growth markets. “We are always looking to invest in the future of Leathwaite and be true to our corporate mantra of identifying and growing top talent” said Groce. “We don’t just tell our clients this with respect to candidates, we also practice what we preach through our in-house hiring as is evidenced in Kevin Parker.”
