Overview

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.

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

• Allison Beach promoted to partner December 16, 2024.
• SPMB placed executives at GitHub, Okta, Omada Health.
• SPMB won Best Technology Executive Search Firm 2024 award.

What critics are saying

• Korn Ferry poaches SPMB partners like Radley Meyers.
• Heidrick & Struggles captures 30% more C-level placements.
• AI platforms automate 70% of VP-level sourcing.

What makes SPMB unique

• SPMB uses 100% custom, metrics-driven processes led by partners.
• SPMB specializes in tech executive searches since 1977.
• SPMB ranked #1 by Silicon Valley Business Journal in 2016.

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