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People matter.

Executive-level retained search for 
engineering, product, AI & data leaders

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About Us

People. Process. Results.

Your partner in executive search. Helping you hire the best engineering, product, AI & data leaders for your team and culture.
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Driven by relationships.

With deep care, expertise, and a human-first approach, we invest in our clients and candidates at every step of the process.
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“People Project is at the crossroads of human connection and the frontier of technological innovation. Our work is driven by a single purpose: to unite companies with the top leaders in product, engineering, data, and AI, to bring world-changing ideas to life!”
Jodi Jefferson
Founder & Managing Partner

"I've had the pleasure of working with People Project as both a candidate and hiring manager, and both experiences were delightful. Their team is incredibly thoughtful, taking the time to understand the passions, needs, and aspirations of everyone involved to ensure the best match. In my most recent search, I received a slew of highly qualified candidates and filled the role in no time. I highly recommend People Project!"

Brian Murphy

CTO - SeatGeek

"Working with People Project was the best recruiting experience I've had. The process was well-organized, thorough, and seamless. They delivered diverse, standout candidates who not only possessed the necessary technical skills but also meshed well with our culture and stage. We successfully hired an incredible VP of Engineering who fits our team perfectly."

Christie Horvath

CEO - Wagmo

"We're a fast-moving company, and thanks to People Project, we brought a CTO on board in less than 90 days. Their approach was clear, organized, and efficient. They worked hard to understand our organization inside and out, and their genuine approach showed they truly wanted what was best for us. It felt like People Project was part of our team, and we felt valued and cared for."

Peter Fain

Co-Founder - Material Bank

"People Project has been an incredible partner to Monograph! They led 2 searches for us simultaneously, both with the care, focus, and depth required for an executive search. They took the time to learn our business and team to ensure we found not just an incredible leader, but the right leader. Thank you, People Project!"

Robert Yuen

CEO - Monograph

"I've worked closely with People Project over the years to fill executive-level Product and Engineering roles in my organization. Their team is incredibly organized and has helped me find the right candidates with very quick turnaround times. Their data-driven approach to learning and adapting the search for the perfect candidate has been incredible."

Neetu Rajpal

CTO - Oscar Health

"People Project's team is exceptionally committed to comprehensively understanding the nuances of each position and its strategic alignment within the broader business context. Their meticulous approach transforms every recruitment effort into a highly personalized and meaningful experience, fostering a deep connection between employer and candidate."

Maria Belousova

Chief Digital Officer - Indigo

How We Work

Efficient process. Modern tools.

We manage your search process with our proven, personalized approach to executive search.
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Consultative

We take care to understand your company’s vision, values, and culture. We excel at showcasing your company's story and the role's potential to attract top talent.

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Tech-Enabled

We’ve built a modern tech stack to run your search process - including your personalized Dossier, Search Dashboard, and Assessment Framework.

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Thorough

Our national candidate database and vetting rubric drives a meticulous process optimized to help you make the right hire.

How We Are Different

Shorter search cycles.

Better outcomes.

Happier teams.

94

days

Average search time

11

candidates

Average number that a client meets in 3 months

20

+

years

Technical recruiting experience

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