Executive Search
HaGesher Group identifies and places top-tier executive talent for sales, marketing, client success, and other leadership roles, using candidate profiling and targeted recruitment.
HaGesher Group helps Pittsburgh, PA employers identify and secure high-impact executive talent across sales, marketing, client success, and leadership functions. Our structured search approach combines candidate profiling, targeted sourcing, competency screening, and cultural alignment to support stronger hiring decisions. Employers seeking growth-minded leaders can access recruitment expertise shaped by both U.S. hiring practices and Israeli business culture.
Targeted executive recruitment and team-building support for employers hiring leaders across commercial and client-facing functions.
HaGesher Group identifies and places top-tier executive talent for sales, marketing, client success, and other leadership roles, using candidate profiling and targeted recruitment.
Build stronger leadership teams with support that connects hiring priorities, candidate capabilities, and cultural alignment to the needs of startups and growth-stage companies.
Structured profiling helps clarify role requirements, assess functional competency, and develop well-matched candidate shortlists for employers seeking critical leadership talent.
HaGesher Group helps employers make more confident executive hiring decisions through discovery, profile calibration, targeted sourcing, structured interviews, and reference validation. The approach evaluates both functional competency and cultural alignment, helping Pittsburgh employers identify leaders who can support sales, marketing, client success, and broader growth objectives. Our cross-cultural U.S. and Israeli market perspective adds practical insight when teams span locations, expectations, and communication styles.
Explore how strategic recruitment support can help employers build capable leadership and go-to-market 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..."
"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...."
"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."
"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..."
"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..."
"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...."
"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."
"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..."
"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..."
"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...."
"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."
"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..."
Recruitment expertise designed for employers hiring leaders in a connected U.S. and Israeli business environment.
We assess cultural alignment between Israeli teams and U.S. hires to support clearer expectations and stronger working relationships.
Our process uses discovery, profile calibration, and targeted sourcing to focus attention on relevant executive candidates.
We connect executive recruitment with team-building, go-to-market priorities, and broader growth planning for employers.
Our understanding of U.S. hiring and Israeli business culture helps Pittsburgh employers navigate cross-market leadership recruitment.
Experienced recruitment and go-to-market professionals supporting employer growth.
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.
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.
An executive search firm helps employers define leadership requirements, identify qualified candidates, evaluate fit, and support the hiring process for critical roles. HaGesher Group focuses on sales, marketing, client success, and leadership recruitment. Its process includes candidate profiling, targeted sourcing, structured interviews, and reference validation, with attention to both functional competency and cultural alignment.
Talk with HaGesher Group about your executive hiring priorities.
Ben Gross holds SHRM-CP certification.
HaGesher Group spoke at a 2024 event about recruitment and global expansion.
Francesca Gross moderated the “From Pilot to Revenue” panel in 2026.
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You can also send us a quick email at ben@hageshergroup.com.
You can also send us a quick email at ben@hageshergroup.com.