We Are on a Mission
to Maximize
Human Potential

Executive
Search
Raines’ executive search team consists of experts who combine deep industry and functional knowledge to identify and place the individuals who will make a difference for you and your company. We specialize in senior-level leadership recruitment.

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Leadership Advisory
We help organizations address their toughest people challenges by taking the time to understand their needs and leveraging data with a tailor-made approach. Our solutions cater to individuals, teams, and organizations.

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Raines Talent
Management Group
We help individuals tell their stories better so they can find the right opportunity to make a difference. We offer a variety of personalized solutions, including expert coaching services, so executives can succeed beyond their wildest dreams.

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THE WORLD NEEDS DIFFERENCE MAKERS®

We work with individuals, leaders, and organizations to drive change through talent.

93%

Client Satisfaction

95%

Candidate Satisfaction

102 Average Days to Close Searches

50%

Clients in Private Equity

33%

Clients in Public Companies (Fortune 500 & FTSE250)

Our Clients Say

Founded in 1969, Raines International provides three integrated services – executive search, leadership advisory, and talent management – and operates in 18 specialized practice areas.

“You have a brilliant, dedicated team. They care. You can feel it in every interaction. They love what they do and it shows. They listen, they hear you and they respond with results.” – President, Leading Advertising Agency

“They got to know us first. Second, they lead – they weren’t afraid to challenge us; to lead us. Third, they genuinely cared about us making the best choice. – CEO, PE-backed retailer

“The reason they get so much repeat business from me is that the team treats every search like it is the first one they are doing for you. The quality of the research, the slates of diverse candidates, and the candidate management all exceed our expectations. Plus they are just nice people to deal with.” – CEO, Public Company

“The 360 was one of the most meaningful professional development experiences of my career.” – CEO, U.S. National Nonprofit

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Read our latest report on CFO hiring trends by CFO Practice leader Meghan Dumser.

CARLYE HIRSCH-WOLF JOINS RAINES AS MANAGING DIRECTOR, CONSUMER

Carlye Hirsch-Wolf joined Raines as a Managing Director in its Consumer Practice. She has deep expertise in serving clients in the Restaurant, Retail, Direct-to-Consumer, and Beauty sectors, placing leaders across functions such as digital, technology, marketing, and operations.

RAINES INTERNATIONAL IS NAMED A GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2025

Raines International is proud to have been named a Great Place to Work in 2025! We’re committed to building a firm that stands out from the competition in how we serve our clients, candidates, and colleagues. We are honored to receive this recognition.

We Are on a Mission to Maximize Human Potential