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Organisations worldwide face a critical leadership challenge - finding visionary leaders who can excel today while building for tomorrow. The best transformative talent is scarce and selective, gravitating to progressive, future-ready cultures. Even the UK insurance industry, which boasts a market size of over £120bn and 320,000+ employees, is losing the war for transformative talent. While 80% of insurance hires still come from within the industry, forward-thinking firms are revolutionising their talent strategies – and attracting next-generation leaders in doing so. Rewrite the talent strategy playbook and read our E-Book to discover: - The current picture of the UK's insurance talent - Why traditional hiring models are not working in the industry - How winning companies are attracting visionary leaders - The blueprint for building tomorrow's leadership pipeline Read here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eX9MVGXr #insurance #ukinsurance #insurancetalent #talentstrategy #transformativeleadership

We’re excited to share that Claudia Dashwood has joined Marlin Hawk as our new Marketing & Brand Manager! Claudia will focus on driving our content and thought leadership agenda while elevating the Marlin Hawk brand in the market. With a strong background in content creation and marketing, Claudia has successfully collaborated with diverse industries to enhance brand visibility and engagement. Most recently, as a marketing manager at an award-winning technology solutions provider, she generated leads through innovative strategies, including events, social campaigns, and content marketing. Claudia shared on joining Marlin Hawk, "I was excited to join Marlin Hawk as it continues to be the premium firm of choice, constantly elevating its brand across multiple industries and functions, and being thought leaders that cut through the noise. I'm looking forward to showcasing MH's consistent delivery of intelligence, encapsulating their unwavering, caring dedication to clients and candidates." With her passion for delivering high-quality, engaging content, we’re thrilled to have her on board! Welcome Claudia! #team #newjoiner #executivesearch

Congratulations to our amazing colleague, Poppy Dakin (née Ellison), on celebrating eight years at Marlin Hawk! Poppy has been a driving force in the growth of our Global Luxury, Retail & Apparel Practice as well as playing a leading role in the development and execution of our Strategic Intelligence offering. Poppy, your dedication and expertise make us a better company, and we’re grateful to have you with us. Here’s to many more years of success together! #workanniversary #executivesearch #team

Exciting news! Kirstine Wilson has returned to Marlin Hawk as a Client Partner in North America, focussing on advising high growth Marketplace, Data and Platform technology companies on their human capital strategies. Kirstine has worked with Fortune 500 and PE backed clients on CHRO, CMO, Sales and Operations roles across multiple industries, before most recently leading and scaling the global talent acquisition function for a rapidly growing real estate technology company, almost doubling their headcount.   On returning to Marlin Hawk, Kirstine said: "I re-joined Marlin Hawk due to its strong culture, commitment to delivering value to clients, and the opportunity to collaborate with the worlds leading and fastest growing companies on their talent strategies."   Welcome back Kirstine!   #team #executivesearch #leadershipadvisory

We are thrilled to announce that Andrew Simpson has joined Marlin Hawk as a Partner to lead our Board and CEO Practice. Andrew comes to us from Korn Ferry, where he led CEO, Chair and Board assignments for public and private clients across a broad spectrum of industries for clients that have ranged in size from FTSE 100 and 250 companies to start-ups and pre-IPO businesses.   On joining the Marlin Hawk team, Andrew said: "What drew me to Marlin Hawk was its commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions centred on client service. The emphasis on creativity and agility allows for tailored strategies that truly stand out in today’s market. The diverse backgrounds and collegiate culture of our global team makes for a collaborative and progressive approach."   Andrew's extensive experience and connections at the highest levels will be invaluable as we look to expand our network and influence. Andrew brings a unique perspective that bridges the gap between today’s board members and the leaders of tomorrow. With his insights, we aim to evolve our offerings, including our assessment services.   #team #executivesearch #leadershipadvisory

From tech wizards to visionary leaders - the CISO role is evolving dramatically. Our latest study of Fortune Global 500 CISOs reveals a transformation that's reshaping organizational resilience and technical teams.   Today's CISOs are stepping into the spotlight, bridging cybersecurity and broader business risks. They're navigating AI challenges, championing diversity, and joining external boards. But with increasing boardroom presence comes heightened scrutiny and potential legal risks, and with 46% of Fortune 500 CISOs in role for less than 2 years, burnout and other challenges are a real concern.   More than ever, our clients are turning to Marlin Hawk for a comprehensive understanding of the talent dynamics driving today’s market. Discover how top CISOs are redefining success and creating lasting impact. Read our article here: https://lnkd.in/ewhFMdnF #CISO #InformationSecurity #Cybersecurity

Our awesome colleague Grace Fording celebrated 5 years at Marlin Hawk. As a core member of our Americas team and based in #NewYork, Grace’s expertise spans the energy, financial services, and healthcare sectors. She also works tirelessly to enhance our search delivery processes and drive technology upgrades across the business. Thank you for everything you do, Grace! We’re excited to continue watching you grow! #team #workanniversary #executivesearch

Congratulations to our incredible colleague, Jacqueline Irias, for celebrating three years with Marlin Hawk! Jackie, you and our global BSA team truly are the backbone of the organisation, ensuring that both our clients and candidates, as well as our search teams, experience a seamless, professional, and discreet service. Your hard work behind the scenes keeps everything running smoothly, and we are immensely grateful for all you do. Thank you for always being such a joy to work with – here's to many more years of success together! #team #workanniversary #executivesearch

Our wonderful colleague, Stacey Keith, Partner in our #London office, celebrates her 11-year work anniversary with Marlin Hawk! Stacey leads our Global Luxury, Apparel and Retail Practice and has grown this part of our business over the last few years to help Marlin Hawk become a prominent player in this space. Thank you for everything you do, Stacey, for our clients and candidates, as well as being a mentor and inspiration for our internal team. Here’s to many more years of success together! #workanniversary #team #executivesearch

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour offers powerful lessons in customer loyalty that businesses can learn from, and our own Greg Rodarte, Partner at Marlin Hawk, breaks down the key takeaways: 🔹 Quality – Just as Swift delivers flawless performances, businesses should prioritize high-quality offerings. 💡 Knowing Your Audience – Swift deeply understands her fan base, a strategy companies can learn from anticipate their customers' unique needs. ❇ Personalization – Small gestures, like Swift’s surprise songs, can turn customers into loyal advocates—companies can also focus on the little things that delight customers. Check out Greg’s insights on how businesses can build lasting customer loyalty in his latest article for CMSWire! https://lnkd.in/e87CEwBR #CustomerLoyalty #Leadership #CX