Join Our Executive Talent Community

Are you an accomplished C-level executive seeking meaningful interim or fractional leadership roles with innovative startups? Hager Executive Search connects exceptional executive talent with high-growth companies that need flexible, experienced leadership to navigate critical growth phases, transitions, and strategic initiatives.

Who We're Looking For

We're building a community of world-class executives across the following C-level roles:

• Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Interim leadership during transitions, fundraising, or transformation periods
• Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Financial strategy, fundraising preparation, operational finance, and scaling
• Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Operational excellence, process optimization, and execution leadership
• Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) - Brand building, go-to-market strategy, and growth marketing
• Chief Creative Officer (CCO) - Creative vision, brand identity, design leadership and innovation
• Chief People Officer (CPO) - Talent strategy, culture building, and organizational development
• Chief Growth Officer (CGO) - Revenue growth, market expansion, and strategic partnerships
• Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) - Sales leadership, revenue operations, and customer acquisition

What Makes a Great Fit

Your Background

• Proven track record in C-level roles at startups, scale-ups, or high-growth companies
• Experience navigating the unique challenges of early to growth-stage companies (Seed through Series C)
• Deep functional expertise in your domain with demonstrated results
• Ability to drive impact quickly and operate with limited resources
• Comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change

Your Approach to Fractional/Interim Work

• Available for flexible engagement models: part-time, project-based, or interim assignments
• Able to commit anywhere from 1-5 days per week or full-time for defined periods
• Energized by working with multiple companies or taking on focused, time-bound challenges
• Skilled at building systems and teams that outlast your engagement
• Excellent at knowledge transfer and setting up organizations for long-term success

What You Value

• Working with mission-driven founders and innovative companies
• Making an immediate, measurable impact
• Flexibility and variety in your career
• Mentoring and developing next-generation leaders
• Being part of a community of accomplished executives

Engagement Models We Support

We work with startups seeking various types of executive support:

• Interim Leadership - Full-time or near full-time for 3-12+ months during transitions or critical periods
• Fractional Executives - Ongoing part-time leadership (1-3 days/week) for companies that need strategic guidance without a full-time hire
• Project-Based - Defined initiatives such as fundraising, organizational restructuring, market entry, or system implementation
• Advisory+ - Strategic advisory with hands-on execution support

How to Join

If you're an experienced C-level executive interested in interim or fractional opportunities with innovative startups, we'd love to hear from you.

What to Include:

• Current resume and LinkedIn profile
• Brief overview of your executive experience and areas of expertise
• Your preferred engagement model and availability
• Industries or types of companies that interest you
• Geographic preferences
• Hybrid, in office, remote preferences

We will reach out to discuss opportunities that align with your background and interests.

Ready to Join?

Submit your information through our application form or email us directly connect@hagerexecutivesearch.com if you have questions.

Hager Executive Search is committed to building diverse leadership teams. We welcome and encourage applications from executives of all backgrounds and experiences.