Nearly 50% of new hires exit within 18 months Hiring a new executive isn’t the finish line — it’s the starting point. The difference between retention and turnover often comes down to one thing: onboarding. For senior leaders, onboarding isn’t about paperwork and introductions — it’s about: ✔️ Building relationships with the board, peers, and stakeholders ✔️ Quickly absorbing company culture (while shaping it) ✔️ Hitting strategic milestones from day one through year one Done right, executive onboarding accelerates performance, preserves momentum, and protects one of your biggest hiring investments. Read the full guide here: 👉 https://bit.ly/469bKII #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipHiring #Onboarding #CLevelHiring #MillmanSearch
Millman Search
Staffing and Recruiting
Cockeysville, Maryland 27,389 followers
Finding Leaders. Fueling Growth.
About us
Millman Search is the recruiting partner companies call when they need to hire fast — and get it right. We specialize in executive and leadership search, helping teams fill roles that are too critical to get wrong. No recycled resumes. No endless back-and-forth. Just targeted, strategic recruiting that delivers the right person. We’ve built high-impact teams across Retail, Hospitality, Real Estate — and beyond. Wherever you need leadership, we bring the expertise to find it. Better leaders. Stronger teams. That’s what we do.
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http://www.millmansearch.com
External link for Millman Search
- Industry
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Cockeysville, Maryland
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1982
- Specialties
- Retail, Luxury Retail, Wholesale, Food Concepts, Hospitality, Entertainment, Wellness, Convenience Stores, Shopping Center Industry, Commercial Real Estate, REITs, VC's, PE's, Mixed-Use, Student and Senior Housing, Financial Services Industry, Manufacturing, human resources, recruiting , executive recruiting, and consulting
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9805B York Road
Suite 202
Cockeysville, Maryland 21030, US
Employees at Millman Search
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Chuck Dorsey
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Mark Millman
Founder and CEO, Millman Search Group, Inc.
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Karen Tritt Kolnes
Executive Recruiter | Commercial Real Estate & Luxury Retail Expert | Nonprofit Leadership Hiring | Talent Acquisition Strategist
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Felice Napoli
Executive Vice President • Connecting Exceptional Talent with Premier Organizations • Millman Search Group
Updates
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Every search firm promises the same thing: ✔️ Extensive networks ✔️ Industry expertise ✔️ Proven results But the real difference isn’t in what they say — it’s in how they work. Before you commit, here are 15 smart questions that cut through the marketing and reveal whether a firm can actually deliver. Read the full article here: 👉 https://bit.ly/4fSr5ka #ExecutiveSearch #HiringStrategy #LeadershipHiring #MillmanSearch
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The CFO role isn’t just about finance anymore. ✔️ Strategic co-pilot to the CEO ✔️ Leader of digital transformation in finance ✔️ Key driver of risk management and growth With CFO turnover at a six-year high — and demand at an all-time peak — finding the right financial leader has never been more critical. We break down when to hire a CFO, the steps of a successful executive search, and how the right search partner gives you a competitive edge. Read the full article here: 👉 https://bit.ly/4mZ21KH #ExecutiveSearch #CFO #LeadershipHiring #MillmanSearch
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Our team member, Lauren (Bailey) Setaro will be at ICSC Western this year & she would love to meet with you! Not attending the show? No problem. If you have a critical management or executive role to fill—or want to explore a future talent partnership—let’s set up time to chat outside of Palm Springs. At Millman Search, our network is expansive, and our recruiting approach is highly selective and active. We take the stress out of hiring so you can focus on what matters most: growing your business. There’s no better investment than the one you make in your people. Cheers to building strong teams and stronger futures! 🥂 #ICSC #ExecutiveSearch #Retail #RealEstate #Hospitality #SearchPartners
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Most of the best executives aren’t on job boards. ✔️ 66% of candidates are passive ✔️ Already succeeding in their roles ✔️ Not scrolling through postings That means traditional recruiting methods miss nearly 70% of potential leadership talent. Executive recruiters know how to find — and engage — these leaders. Here’s how: 👉 https://bit.ly/3HSXDxT #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipHiring #PassiveCandidates #MillmanSearch
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Executive Chair vs. CEO — two titles often confused, but very different in practice. Executive Chair = board governance + strategic oversight CEO = daily operations + execution of strategy Both roles influence performance, but in distinct ways — and understanding the difference is critical for boards, investors, and leadership teams. We break down the roles, authority, and best practices for making the Chair–CEO relationship work. Read the full article here: 👉 https://bit.ly/45AMfzR #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipHiring #CorporateGovernance #MillmanSearch
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We’re hiring across the country! 🚀 Millman Search is actively partnering with leading companies to fill exciting roles in real estate, retail, construction, and beyond. If you’re exploring your next move (or know someone who is), check out these opportunities: 📍 Nashville, TN – Head of Growth (real estate brokerage) 📍 Orange County, CA – VP of Retail (lead strategy & expansion) 📍 Buffalo, NY – Real Estate Attorney + Leasing Associate 📍 Bergen County, NJ – Accounting Associate (CRE focus) 📍 California (multiple markets) – Real Estate Agents 📍 Lakewood, NJ – Construction Project Coordinator 📍 Essex, MD – Service Writer (operations support) Please check out our job postings to learn more! ✨ Interested in working with us? We help our clients by connecting them with top talent that drives growth and long-term success. Our team specializes in active recruiting, bringing you exciting candidates aligned with your culture and invested in the long-haul. Reach out to Lsetaro@millmansearch.com if interested in scheduling a consult. #MillmanSearch #ExecutiveSearch #TalentPartners #NowHiring #Retail #Hospitality #CommercialRealEstate #Recruiting #NationalSearch
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Your culture today won’t be your culture five years from now. Digital transformation. AI. Remote work. Shifting employee expectations. The question isn’t “Do they fit our culture?” It’s “Can they lead our culture — and preserve what matters most?” We break down why culture-driven leadership is the missing piece in executive hiring — and how to find leaders who can guide change. Read the full article here: 👉 https://bit.ly/3VlxIly #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipHiring #CompanyCulture #MillmanSearch
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A CEO departure can cost a company more than lost momentum. ✔️ Investor confidence drops ✔️ Stock volatility spikes ✔️ Strategic initiatives stall Yet nearly 40% of businesses still don’t have a CEO succession plan. The truth? Succession planning isn’t just a safety net — it’s a long-term growth strategy. We break down what a CEO succession plan is, why it matters, and the 10 steps to build one that works. Read the full article here: 👉 https://bit.ly/3JQCxAN #ExecutiveSearch #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipStrategy #MillmanSearch
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Tariffs aren’t new. But the pace at which they’re imposed, paused, and reinstated is leaving retail and commercial real estate leaders with more questions than answers. ✔️ Rising costs and disrupted supply chains ✔️ Investor pressure and record CEO turnover ✔️ A shrinking leadership pipeline The result? Companies need leaders who can manage crises, pivot fast, and thrive through uncertainty. Here’s how tariff volatility is reshaping retail & CRE leadership needs — and why the right recruiter matters: 👉 https://bit.ly/4fQQwCC #ExecutiveSearch #RetailLeadership #CRELeadership #HiringTrends #MillmanSearch
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