Leadership that builds transferable value

LVP’s Executive Search isn’t about resumes: it’s about readiness. We identify, recruit, and embed leadership talent that accelerates enterprise value creation and prepares companies for premium outcomes. Whether you need a successor CEO, commercial operator, or transformation-focused CFO, we bring forward leaders who don’t just fill vacancies: they drive growth.

A search process built for middle market complexity

Business alignment brief
We begin by understanding the company’s strategic goals, culture and exit horizon.

Search design & role framing
Roles are architected based on value levers (not just job descriptions).

Vetted talent pipeline
We source operators with a track record of scaling, transitioning and de-risking.

Stakeholder integration
Candidates are assessed for leadership fit and their ability to align with founders, boards and PEs.

Post-placement stewardship
We stay involved to ensure successful onboarding, operational handoff and performance clarity.

Executive Board Search Process

Transaction-Focused Growth Lever

1. Transaction-Aligned Discovery

Define board needs through the lens of the transaction, with a focus on growth acceleration, market credibility, and post-transaction scalability.

Identify target profiles that blendM&A experience, industry influence, and operational scaling expertise—candidates who can actively unlock new growth opportunities and guide leadership through complex deal processes.

2. Targeted Market Mapping & Outreach

Identify high-impact candidates, including former and current executives with strong capital markets and transaction backgrounds.

Conduct targeted outreach to gather market intelligence on the company’s perceived strengths, risks, and growth potential—providing invaluable feedback early in the process.

3. Rigorous Screening & Evaluation

Vet candidates for their ability to drive enterprise value through proven track records in growth-stage acceleration, strategic exits, and value-creation initiatives.

Prioritize individuals who can immediately contribute to growth strategies, operational efficiency, customer acquisition, and exit positioning.

4. Finalist Presentation & Selection

Present a curated, transaction-savvy slate of finalists with a strong focus on enterprise value enhancement and strategic capital deployment.

Facilitate interviews to ensure alignment with both short-term transaction goals and long-term growth vision.

5. Appointment & Onboarding

Support onboarding and integration to ensure new board members can contribute quickly and effectively.

Provide advisory on leveraging board members’ networks, transaction expertise, and market reputation to drive valuation and competitive tension throughout the deal process.

LVP’s built-in differentiators

‍Embedded Operator POV
We’ve been in the seat. We recruit from the lens of what creates multiple expansion, not just short-term success.‍
Integrity Filtering
Our process screens for cultural alignment, values-driven decision-making, and long-term thinking.‍
Outcome-Linked
Model Search efforts align to transaction goals, leadership succession, or exit timeline.
‍Access to the Ecosystem
LVP’s network includes proven portco operators, industry-vetted interim executives, and value-tested talent bench.

Service

Executive Search