The right person makes all the difference

Direct Hire is used when a role is permanent, clearly defined, and time-sensitive, often at the Director or VP level. You connect with category-savvy leaders faster, with fees tied to placement. Executive Search is a retained model, typically for C-suite or Board roles, where ForceBrands engages exclusively to help shape or redefine top leadership.

It begins by understanding what this role needs to unlock for your business (the growth lever it’s designed to pull). From there, we leverage an insider network built from years of working with consumer brands, curating both active and passive job seekers. You’ll consider only professionals matched to your stage, culture, and goals. Searches quickly move from kickoff to shortlist, and we remain with you until the person is on-boarded.

Most Direct Hire searches produce strong candidates within weeks, not months. Timing depends on the role, but because we stay close to the market, we have a pulse on the people who are currently achieving the results you seek and who are ready for a move. That means you spend less time waiting and more time choosing from qualified professionals who are well-matched in scope and culture.

ForceBrands was founded by a consumer brand entrepreneur, shaping our people strategy approach. We've built teams and advised founders, CEOs, and investors from seed funding to acquisition by global firms. This provides us with firsthand insight into success in the food, beverage, beauty, wellness, pet, and cannabis industries. Our perspective, unlike that of a generalist recruiter, helps us understand clients' needs deeply and offer tailored, impactful solutions.