Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants Welcomes kpCompanies into its Global Membership

The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), the global professional association representing the $20+ billion global executive search and leadership consulting industry, with member firms spanning 1,200+ offices in 70+ countries, is pleased to welcome kpCompanies as a new member. The firm’s acceptance follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure quality standards.

For almost 25 years, kpCompanies has helped hundreds of organizations find top talent through equitable sourcing and executive search expertise. kpCompanies leverages a unique, proactive approach to talent sourcing that goes beyond traditional recruitment channels and taps into a vast network that includes underrepresented groups and niche skill sets. The firm has vast experience placing key leaders across multiple functions, including Finance & Accounting; People & Talent; Technology; Operations; Marketing & Communications; Healthcare; Legal; Non-profit Leadership; Business Development; Real Estate; and Community & Social Services.

KpCompanies Founder and CEO Miquel McMoore commented: “Becoming a member of AESC is a powerful step in reinforcing our commitment to excellence in executive search. In an industry where trust, transparency, and impact matter, AESC sets the gold standard—elevating best practices, advancing leadership consulting, and fostering a global community of firms dedicated to doing this work the right way. At kpCompanies, we’ve always approached executive and board search differently—by prioritizing inclusive, strategic, and client-focused solutions that don’t just fill roles but build stronger, future-ready organizations. AESC’s rigorous standards and advocacy align with our mission to not only place exceptional leaders but to transform how leadership is found and cultivated.”

About AESC

Since 1959, AESC has set the quality standards for the executive search and leadership consulting profession. AESC Members represent 16,000+ trusted professionals in 1,200+ offices, spanning 70+ countries. AESC Members are recognized experts providing consulting services in the areas of leaders, teams and culture to the world’s leading organizations. They leverage their access and expertise to place more than 100,000 executives each year in board of directors and C-level positions across industry sectors. Dedicated to strengthening leadership together, AESC and its members share a deep commitment to the highest quality standards in executive search and leadership consulting—for the benefit of clients and the profession. We Shape. Connect. Educate. Innovate. Learn more about us at aesc.org. For AESC’s career services, visit bluesteps.com.