Every exceptional appointment starts
with a conversation.
I founded Portman Talent because I believe executive search should be built on relationships, trust and genuine understanding, not transactions.

Throughout my career, I have partnered with venture capital firms, private equity investors, portfolio companies and financial services businesses during some of the most important stages of their growth. Whether appointing a first Head of Finance, strengthening an executive team or advising on a critical investment hire, I have always believed that understanding the business is just as important as understanding the role.
I deliberately chose to build a boutique executive search firm because I wanted to work differently. Every assignment is personally led by me, allowing me to invest the time to understand each client’s ambitions, culture and leadership needs before beginning a search. Over more than two decades, I have built trusted relationships across the markets I serve. Combined with thoughtful research and a discreet approach, those relationships enable me to engage exceptional professionals who are often unavailable through traditional recruitment methods.
I believe executive search is about judgement as much as networks. It is about asking the right questions, offering honest advice and helping businesses make appointments that will have a lasting impact.
I have never aspired to build the largest executive search firm. My ambition has always been to build one known for quality, professionalism, integrity and lasting relationships.
If you are looking for a search partner who will take the time to understand your business and represent your organisation with care, I would be delighted to start a conversation.