About.
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Company
Who we are.
We take a pro-active, personal, and hands on approach to find people who are going to make a difference, not match a job description.
We’re people like you. Driven, talented and affable.
As a company, we believe in making life easier for our clients. That means being clear and simple in our communication, avoiding jargon, and getting straight to the point. Most importantly, we take huge pride in being experts in what we do, in being good people to work with and achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.
We operate across six sectors and understand them inside out. Our team of specialists have genuine credentials within their market and invest time in knowing you, your people, or your business. What’s more, our consultants are judged on leaving no stone unturned to deliver the best possible outcomes, above output.
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People
Leadership Team.
Get to know the leadership team at Chad Harrison International.
Mike is at the heart of Chad Harrison International. His natural ability to connect and resonate with people has shaped the company’s DNA, building relationships that span decades and continents.
Leading our global team, Mike brings 23 years of experience delivering complex retained projects across Energy Transition, Manufacturing and Technology. Having lived and worked across the US, UAE, Asia and Europe, Mike brings invaluable cultural insights to every search. This global perspective enables him to make precise assessments that consistently exceed client expectations.
Mike’s hands-on approach and genuine passion for connecting exceptional talent with transformative opportunities make him a trusted advisor to organisations navigating critical leadership appointments. His understanding of both the technical requirements and human elements of executive search continues to drive Chad Harrison’s success in building lasting client partnerships.
At the forefront of Chad Harrison International’s Building Materials & Minerals teams, Callum brings an exceptional ability to identify and secure rare technical talent, earning a reputation as the go-to expert for complex industry appointments.
Leading global executive search across five continents, he has built enduring partnerships with industry giants including CRH, Imerys, Knauf and Georgia Pacific. His unique talent lies in solving the most challenging search assignments – those positions that demand both technical excellence and strong leadership capabilities.
From emerging talent to C-suite executives, Callum’s track record spans engineering, operations, commercial and corporate functions. His consultative approach and deep industry understanding enable him to identify unique talent combinations that others often overlook, particularly in difficult-to-fill positions that require specialised expertise.
What truly sets Callum apart is his ability to build and nurture genuine relationships across the sector. His thorough understanding of both technical requirements and leadership dynamics continues to deliver exceptional results for our global client base, cementing our position as industry leaders within this industry vertical.
Directing our Print, Packaging and multi-channel Marketing teams, Gemma delivers high-level executive appointments that have shaped leadership teams across global industry giants.
With over a decade of specialist executive search experience, she has become the trusted advisor to boards and leadership teams across the print, packaging and marketing sectors. Her strategic approach focuses on understanding complex organisational challenges and identifying leaders who can drive transformation in an evolving industry landscape.
Gemma’s expertise lies in securing senior talent for critical leadership positions – from function heads to C-suite executives. Her deep sector knowledge, combined with an astute understanding of corporate dynamics, enables her to identify those rare individuals who can navigate both technical complexity and strategic leadership demands.
What distinguishes Gemma is her ability to deliver on the most challenging senior appointments, particularly where traditional leadership qualities must align with emerging industry trends. Her consultative partnership with global organisations has established her as a key strategic advisor, consistently delivering transformative talent that drives success.
David’s expertise underpins the success of Chad Harrison International’s Packaging division, where he is widely recognised for delivering high-impact executive search solutions on a global scale.
With a reach spanning five continents, David has established long-standing relationships across the entire packaging value chain. Specialising in senior-level recruitment challenges that require both sector-specific insight and the ability to identify transformative leadership.
His experience covers the full spectrum of leadership roles — from emerging talent to board-level appointments — across manufacturing, operations, commercial, and corporate domains. David’s strength lies in his ability to pinpoint individuals whose blend of technical acumen and strategic vision makes them ideal for complex and often niche positions.
What differentiates David is not only his search capabilities but also his genuine commitment to fostering relationships built on trust and long-term collaboration. This people-first mindset continues to drive exceptional outcomes for global clients and reinforces Chad Harrison International’s reputation as a leading force in executive search within the packaging sector.
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Partners
Clients.
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Vision
Values.
We are a values driven company.
For us, culture is everything. That’s why we live and breathe our values each and every day. As a team, we understand that the most effective companies share one thing in common, diversity – in the service they provide and the individuals that contribute to making them successful. At Chad Harrison, we’re proud to have both. Our values reflect the thinking and actions of our staff and apply to the way we interact with our clients, candidates, and each other.
Authentic.
Actions speak louder than words. Make and meet your commitments. Be present in conversations. Build trust with transparency. Impress everyone.
Present.
Listen more than we talk. Take the time to fully understand. Continue to evolve. Keep learning. Be humble. Assume nothing. Commit to everything.
Balanced.
Enjoy it now, not be happy when. Work + life, not work vs life. Take pride in our efforts. Make the most of everything. Positivity breeds positivity. Smile more.