Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Executive Leadership Solutions
Established in 1977, we are one of the longest-standing executive search firms globally, combining deep industry expertise with a commitment to delivering exceptional talent solutions. Our approach is rooted in discretion, leveraging extensive networks to connect clients with leaders who align with their strategic goals and cultural values. With a presence in 34 offices across 22 countries, we offer local market insights alongside global reach, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse industries.Our team comprises seasoned professionals with backgrounds in top-tier consulting firms, bringing unparalleled knowledge and a collaborative ethos to every assignment. We champion equality, diversity, and inclusivity, fostering a culture where varied perspectives drive innovation and sustainable success.
Services
Executive Search
Management Consulting
Organisational Design
Succession Planning
Risk Management
Governance Advisory
ESG Strategy
Leadership Transformation
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in executive search and leadership consulting.
- Our global network connects clients with top-tier talent across industries.
- We prioritise discretion and confidentiality in all assignments.
- Our specialists offer deep regional and sector-specific market knowledge.
- We are an equity partnership firm committed to collaborative client success.
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies and secures high-impact leaders who align with clients' strategic goals and cultural values. We leverage global networks and a rigorous, confidential process to deliver candidates with proven expertise and visionary potential. This service ensures organisations gain competitive advantage through leadership excellence.
Management Consulting
We provide strategic guidance on organisational design, governance, and transformation, drawing on decades of industry experience. Our consultants address complex leadership challenges, ensuring sustainable growth and operational efficiency through evidence-based solutions tailored to client needs.
Succession Planning
Our succession planning service ensures seamless leadership transitions by identifying and developing future-ready executives. We assess internal talent pipelines and external opportunities to mitigate risks and maintain strategic momentum during leadership changes.
ESG Strategy
We help organisations integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into leadership and operations. Our strategies align corporate values with global sustainability standards, enhancing resilience and stakeholder trust.
Governance Advisory
Our governance advisory service strengthens board effectiveness and compliance through tailored insights. We support clients in structuring governance frameworks that promote accountability, ethical leadership, and long-term organisational success.
People
Zoltan Petho
Chair
Zoltan Petho leads Friisberg's global strategy, leveraging decades of experience in executive search and leadership advisory to drive organisational excellence.
Nevena Nikolova
Partner & Group CFO
Nevena Nikolova oversees financial strategy and executive search initiatives, combining financial expertise with a focus on complex leadership solutions for global clients.
Lorri Lowe
Partner & Group CTO
Lorri Lowe drives innovation in leadership technology, ensuring Friisberg's methodologies remain at the forefront of executive search and digital transformation.
Elena Maysyura
Partner & General Secretary
Elena Maysyura specialises in governance and leadership development, guiding clients through strategic restructuring and cultural alignment initiatives.
Maarten van de Sande
Partner & Group CExO
Maarten van de Sande leads client engagement strategies, ensuring Friisberg's services deliver measurable impact across diverse industries and regions.
Questions
What is Friisberg & Partners International's core expertise?
We specialise in executive search and management consulting, helping organisations secure leadership talent and address strategic challenges with tailored solutions.
How does Friisberg ensure confidentiality in executive search?
Our assignments are conducted with strict discretion, ensuring sensitive processes remain secure while delivering results-aligned outcomes.
In which regions does Friisberg operate?
We have 34 offices across 22 countries, including Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, providing local insights with global reach.
What industries does Friisberg serve?
Our consultants specialise in sectors such as healthcare, energy, technology, finance, and manufacturing, among others.
How does Friisberg approach leadership transformation?
We combine cultural insight, ESG strategy, and organisational design to align leadership with evolving business needs.
