Executive Search Serving New Jersey Employers

HaGesher Group helps New Jersey employers identify and secure exceptional executive talent across sales, marketing, client success, and leadership roles. Through structured candidate profiling, targeted sourcing, competency and cultural-alignment screening, and strategic talent acquisition guidance, we help startups, growth companies, and established businesses build stronger teams while reducing hiring risk in a competitive regional market.

Executive search consultant discussing leadership candidates with New Jersey business leaders

Our Executive Search Services

Targeted executive recruitment and team-building support for employers seeking capable, aligned leadership talent.

Executive Search

HaGesher Group identifies and places top-tier executive talent for sales, marketing, client success, and other critical leadership roles through structured candidate profiling and targeted recruitment.

SMB Recruitment

Recruitment support for small-to-medium businesses, including candidate sourcing, vetting, placement, and team building across manufacturing, distribution, hardware, and healthcare.

Startup Team Building

Strategic talent acquisition support helps startups and growth-stage companies build high-performing teams with candidates evaluated for competency, cultural alignment, and role fit.

Strategic Talent Partner

Build Leadership Teams With Confidence

Executive hiring requires more than matching résumés to job descriptions. HaGesher Group combines discovery, profile calibration, targeted sourcing, structured interviews, and reference validation to develop high-quality candidate shortlists. For New Jersey employers navigating a competitive hiring environment, our approach also considers cultural alignment, communication expectations, and the leadership capabilities needed to support sustainable growth.

Recruitment consultant presenting executive candidate profiles to business leaders
Built Around Your Goals

Trusted Growth Support

Explore how focused recruitment and go-to-market support can help growing companies strengthen their teams.

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
The HaGesher Difference

Why Choose HaGesher Group?

A culturally fluent recruitment partner focused on precise, aligned executive hiring.

Cultural Fluency

Bridges Israeli and American business cultures to assess alignment between teams, leaders, and organizational expectations.

Targeted Search

Develops focused candidate shortlists for New Jersey employers seeking leadership talent across commercial and client-facing functions.

Structured Screening

Uses profile calibration, structured interviews, and reference validation to reduce hiring risk and improve candidate fit.

Strategic Partnership

Connects recruitment with talent strategy, team building, and go-to-market guidance for evolving growth needs.

Meet The HaGesher Team

Experienced founders combining recruitment expertise with cross-border growth insight.

Portrait of Ben Gross, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of HaGesher Group

Ben Gross

Chief Executive Officer; Co-Founder; SHRM-CP

Ben Gross is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of HaGesher Group, bringing a proven track record as a seasoned headhunter specializing in identifying top-tier global talent for startups. He holds a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential, reflecting his deep expertise in human resources and talent strategy. Ben focuses on helping Israeli companies successfully hire and go to market in the United States, guiding founders through the complexities of cross-border recruitment. His approach combines rigorous candidate screening with a keen understanding of cultural alignment between Israeli teams and American hires. Based in New York, Ben leverages his network across AI, software, semiconductor, defense, and medical device industries to connect clients with exceptional leadership and go-to-market talent, ensuring every placement supports long-term business growth.

Portrait of Francesca Gross, Co-Founder and Go-to-Market Expert at HaGesher Group

Francesca Gross

Co-Founder; Go-to-Market Expert

Francesca Gross is a co-founder of HaGesher Group and a visionary go-to-market expert dedicated to helping startups translate their technology into memorable, compelling stories. She specializes in narrative strategy, business development, and product-market fit analysis for Israeli companies entering the American market. Francesca's expertise was recently showcased when she moderated the 'From Pilot to Revenue' panel at Atlanta AI Week, discussing how startups can convert AI pilots into sustainable revenue. She works closely with founders and executives to align growth plans with talent acquisition, operational processes, and measurable metrics. Passionate about bridging cultural and communication gaps between Israeli and American business practices, Francesca is committed to empowering her clients with the strategic insight and storytelling tools needed to succeed in a competitive U.S. market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does executive search include?

Executive search includes understanding the role and business context, calibrating the candidate profile, sourcing relevant talent, screening for competency and cultural alignment, coordinating structured interviews, and validating references. HaGesher Group focuses on leadership roles across areas such as sales, marketing, client success, and broader executive functions, helping employers create a focused and informed hiring process.

Which types of leadership roles do you recruit for?

Do you work with New Jersey employers?

How do you evaluate executive candidates?

Can you help build an entire leadership team?

Do you recruit for small and medium-sized businesses?

Can you support Israeli companies hiring in the United States?

How should an employer begin an executive search?

Have More Hiring Questions?

Talk with HaGesher Group about your leadership recruitment goals.

Recognized Expertise

Awards and Recognition

SHRM Certified Professional credential for Ben Gross

SHRM Certified Professional

Ben Gross holds SHRM-CP.

HaGesher Group participation in a Pitango recruitment and global expansion event

Pitango Event Participation

Spoke at a 2024 event about recruitment and global expansion.

Francesca Gross moderating the From Pilot to Revenue panel at Atlanta AI Week

Atlanta AI Week Panel

Francesca Gross moderated the 2026 From Pilot to Revenue panel.

Find Your Next Executive Leader

Share your hiring goals and connect with HaGesher Group about a focused recruitment strategy.

Contact Us Today

You can also send us a quick email at ben@hageshergroup.com.