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Spencer Stuart

Exec Search / Advisory · Executive search + board consulting
B+

Good (B+) — Consultancy Caliber Grade

Spencer Stuart is one of the premier executive search firms globally, particularly strong in board search and CEO succession. Partnership-owned (vs. Korn Ferry's public-company structure). Clean operating record; methodology rigor among the highest in exec search category.

85
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Outcome Track Record
B+
Pricing Honesty
B
Conflict of Interest
B+
Talent Quality
A-
Methodology Rigor
B+
/ Public-Record Events

Key events & disclosures.

  • Founded 1956
  • Partnership ownership
  • Strong board search + CEO succession reputation
  • Multiple-year leadership stability

/ Best for

Board search, CEO succession, and senior executive placement engagements.

/ Watch out for

Premium pricing tier. Engagement availability subject to partner capacity.