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SPMB is a premier executive search firm based in San Francisco and Silicon Valley that helps innovative startups and large companies find senior leaders. It places high-caliber executives—ranging from VP-level to CEOs—across venture-backed startups, private equity-backed companies, and large public corporations. The firm works by running fully managed, metrics-driven searches where a lead Partner guides the entire process from start to finish, using best-in-class tools to identify, reach, and evaluate candidates. Revenue comes from fees tied to the placed executive's first-year compensation, aligning SPMB's incentives with client success. Its goal is to help clients build strong leadership teams that drive growth, scale, and innovation.
About SPMB
Industries
Consulting
Financial Services
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
1977
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- SPMB added Christy Mihos in August 2026, strengthening CFO and private equity coverage.
- The firm continues posting 2026 roles, including an AI Data Analyst, signaling internal investment.
- Website updates and panel participation show active brand building and thought leadership in 2026.
What critics are saying
- Executive search demand drops quickly when venture funding slows, cutting contingent search volume.
- AI recruiting tools and in-house talent teams compress SPMB's premium pricing by 2026.
- A major partner departure would damage client relationships and trigger immediate revenue loss.
What makes SPMB unique
- SPMB remains a large independent retained search firm in technology, not a staffing agency.
- Its partner-led model spans CFO, GTM, security, and board searches across growth companies.
- Christy Mihos and Radley Meyers expand coverage into finance, private equity, and security.
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Company News
SPMB Executive Search Welcomes Christy Mihos as Partner
SPMB, an executive search firm that helps find transformative executives throughout Silicon Valley, has named Radley Meyers as its newest partner.
Allison joined SPMB in 2016 to support the firm’s growing enterprise GTM practice.
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About SPMB
Industries
Consulting
Financial Services
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
1977
SPMB is Hiring for 7 Jobs on Simplify!
Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today