Hire a CEO
Hire a proven CEO through a confidential, relationship-driven executive search - without paying any upfront fees.
NextPath connects boards and ownership groups with vetted CEO candidates who can set direction, build teams and deliver results. We manage a discreet search process so you can make a confident, high-stakes hire.
Questions? Call us toll-free: 1 (800) 869-2353
Connect With CEO Candidates
Tell us about the mandate and we'll deliver a qualified slate of CEO candidates.
When you need to hire a solid CEO, we're a game changer
Everything you need to hire CEOs faster, cheaper and with less risk - handled by recruiters who specialize in this talent market.
We've run dozens of CEO searches - we'll help you scope yours too
Founder transition, private equity portfolio company or a turnaround mandate - our search consultants translate your board's priorities into a precise CEO search brief.
I need help scoping the searchReach CEO candidates you won't find on job boards
Tap a vetted network of C-suite leaders, including passive executives who only engage through a trusted, confidential search process.
I need top talent at my fingertipsSeparate real P&L and leadership track record from title inflation
We rigorously vet for genuine P&L ownership, team-building and board-level communication skill - not candidates with an impressive title and thin results - so your slate is credible from day one.
I need candidates who are properly vettedYou don't pay until you hire your CEO
As a performance-based executive search firm, there are no upfront retainers on most engagements. You pay only when your new CEO starts.
I need a cost-effective searchMove at the pace your board needs
Get a curated slate of screened CEO candidates quickly, then interview and hire with our support at every step, including reference and background checks.
I need to move efficientlyPartner with an executive search team you can trust
We run confidential searches nationwide, and boards come back because our CEO placements consistently deliver on the mandate.
I need a search partner I can trustHow we help you hire your CEO
From the moment you submit a request to your new hire's first day, here's how it works.
Reach Out
Submit a staffing request and tell us about the CEO you're looking to hire.
Connect
Your dedicated recruiter reaches out to discuss your goals and must-have skills.
Review Candidates
We search, screen and share a curated list of the most qualified CEOs.
Interview & Offer
We schedule or conduct interviews and help you extend a winning offer.
Hire & Onboard
Hire your CEO and leave the onboarding to us.
Ready to get started?
Submit a request and get a response from our team in as little as 20 minutes.
Get StartedTrusted by hiring managers nationwide
Rated 4.9 on Google across 137 reviews.
NextPath did a great job bringing us quality Software Engineering & Project Management candidates. They were strong communicators and always incorporated our feedback throughout the process.
NextPath provides talented candidates and makes the process of contracting and hiring easy.
Super responsive, professional, and helpful from start to finish. They made the hiring process smooth and stress free. Definitely recommend them.
The entire experience was attentive, transparent and professional - I felt as if my best interest was always taken into consideration.
Hiring for more than one Executive Search role?
We staff the full Executive Search team. Explore related roles on our specialty hub.
Why we're your partner for success
When you partner with NextPath, you don't just fill a seat on the org chart. You gain a search team that understands the stakes of a CEO hire, runs a confidential process, and stays engaged through onboarding and beyond.
Questions about hiring CEOs
How much does it cost to hire a CEO through NextPath?+
Fees depend on the scope and confidentiality requirements of the search. In many cases there is no upfront cost, and you pay only once your CEO starts. We'll walk you through the structure that fits your mandate.
How quickly can you deliver CEO candidates?+
Executive searches move at the pace the mandate requires - typically a few weeks to build and vet an initial slate, given the need for confidentiality and thorough reference checking.
What do you screen CEO candidates for?+
We vet for P&L ownership and growth track record, team-building and culture-setting ability, board and investor communication skill, and industry-specific experience where relevant.
What kinds of CEO mandates can you support?+
Founder transitions, private equity portfolio company leadership, turnarounds, and growth-stage scaling - on an interim, fractional or permanent basis.
How do you keep a CEO search confidential?+
We run a discreet, relationship-driven process, engaging passive candidates directly and controlling information flow so your current leadership and team aren't disrupted before you're ready to announce.
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Are you a CEO exploring your next opportunity? Reach out confidentially and we'll let you know when a relevant mandate comes through our network.
Hire a CEO in 3 easy steps
Submit a confidential inquiry
Contact us so we can align on your board's priorities and the scope of the CEO mandate.
Meet your search consultant
Your dedicated search consultant reaches out to align on timeline, compensation and confidentiality requirements.
Review a curated slate
Receive a qualified, thoroughly vetted slate of CEO candidates to consider.
Ready to hire your next CEO?
Tell us about the mandate and we'll deliver a qualified, confidential slate of CEO candidates. You pay nothing until you hire.