Winning the Executive Talent Race: How CBIZ Can Help
In today’s competitive executive search landscape, the greatest challenge isn’t just finding qualified candidates — it’s differentiation. The most accomplished leaders aren’t chasing titles or compensation alone. They’re evaluating culture, clarity of vision, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact. At CBIZ Talent Solutions, we help organizations craft and communicate a compelling value proposition that speaks to leaders eager to grow something meaningful.
Compensation alone is no longer enough. Today’s top executives are drawn to companies that align with their ambition and values. CBIZ Talent Solutions works closely with clients to define and articulate their unique story — who they are, where they’re headed, and why top talent should join them.
Retention Starts at Recruitment
Recruiting the right executive is only the beginning. Retaining them requires purpose, alignment, and a culture that fuels engagement. At CBIZ, we’ve seen time and again that executives stay where they feel challenged, empowered, and supported. Too often, leadership turnover stems from unclear expectations or a lack of investment in infrastructure and talent development. We partner with organizations to set the foundation for long-term success, not just filling roles, but building executive teams that stay, thrive, and transform.
What C-Suite Talent Looks Like Today
Leslie Shaw, senior search consultant at CBIZ Talent Solutions, notes that demand has shifted toward adaptable, visionary leaders with financial acumen, digital fluency, and people-first leadership. “Especially in private-equity-backed environments, companies are looking for executives who can scale aggressively while navigating change,” Shaw says. “Today’s leaders must be agile, data-driven, and ready to inspire teams through complex transitions.”
“Whether it’s a CEO, CFO, or COO, the most effective leaders are culture-builders,” Shaw adds. “They know how to drive performance and create alignment across the organization. Emotional intelligence, accountability, and executional strength are the new standard. The firms that prioritize these traits in their executive hiring process are the ones outpacing their peers.”
A Legacy of Trust. A Future of Growth.
With more than 45 years of experience, CBIZ Talent Solutions has earned a reputation as one of the Midwest’s most respected firms. “It’s humbling to look back at how far we’ve come,” says Shaw. “We’ve built long-standing relationships by doing the work the right way, high-touch, client-focused, and results-driven.”
Rooted in boutique service, CBIZ supports clients coast-to-coast, pairing deep industry knowledge with national reach. “We’ve grown our footprint significantly over the last two decades,” Shaw continues. “But what hasn’t changed is our commitment to creating positive outcomes for our clients and executive leaders. That’s what keeps us energized.”
At CBIZ Talent Solutions, we don’t just fill executive roles, we help build leadership teams that move organizations forward.
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