Executive Search Services in St. Louis

HaGesher Group helps St. Louis employers identify and hire executive talent across sales, marketing, and client success. Through structured candidate profiling, targeted sourcing, competency screening, and cultural alignment assessment, we help growth companies build stronger leadership teams. Our approach brings strategic recruiting expertise to employers seeking capable executives who can support sustained commercial progress and team performance.

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Our Executive Search Services

Leadership recruiting and talent strategy for employers building capable, aligned teams across key commercial functions.

Executive Team Building

HaGesher Group identifies and places top-tier executive talent for sales, marketing, and client success leadership roles, helping employers develop high-performing teams aligned with business goals.

Specialized SMB Recruitment

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

Candidate Profiling

In-depth candidate profiling helps clarify leadership requirements, evaluate functional competency, and identify professionals whose experience and working style fit the employer’s needs.

Strategic Talent Search

Build A Stronger Executive Team

Executive hiring requires more than reviewing résumés. HaGesher Group combines discovery, profile calibration, targeted sourcing, structured interviews, reference validation, and cultural alignment assessment to help employers make informed leadership decisions. For St. Louis companies competing for capable commercial leaders, this approach supports clearer expectations, stronger candidate matches, and teams positioned for sustainable growth.

Executive recruiter presenting qualified leadership candidates to an employer
Built Around Fit

Recruiting With Purpose

Explore a thoughtful approach to executive hiring, cultural alignment, and long-term team performance.

"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?

Employers gain a recruiting partner focused on precise searches, cultural fit, and strategic leadership needs.

Targeted Sourcing

We build focused candidate shortlists for critical sales, marketing, and client success leadership roles.

Cultural Alignment

Our approach considers functional competency and alignment between employers, teams, and workplace expectations.

Structured Process

Discovery, profile calibration, structured interviews, and reference validation support informed hiring decisions.

Strategic Partnership

We help employers address local hiring challenges while connecting recruitment decisions to broader growth plans.

Meet The HaGesher Team

Experienced recruiting and go-to-market professionals supporting employer talent decisions.

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 are some reputable executive recruiters in St. Louis?

Employers evaluating executive recruiters in St. Louis should look for evidence of relevant leadership-search experience, a structured sourcing process, careful candidate screening, and attention to cultural alignment. HaGesher Group focuses on executive and team-building recruitment across sales, marketing, and client success, using discovery, profile calibration, targeted sourcing, structured interviews, and reference validation to support informed hiring decisions.

What executive roles does HaGesher Group recruit for?

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Does HaGesher Group recruit for small and medium-sized businesses?

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Can executive search support include talent acquisition consulting?

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Verified Credentials

Awards and Recognition

SHRM Certified Professional credential for Ben Gross

SHRM Certified Professional

Ben Gross holds SHRM-CP certification.

HaGesher Group recognition for speaking at a Pitango event

Pitango Event Speaker

HaGesher Group spoke at a 2024 event about recruitment and global expansion.

Francesca Gross moderating an Atlanta AI Week panel

Atlanta AI Week Panel

Francesca Gross moderated the “From Pilot to Revenue” panel in 2026.

Find The Right Executive Talent

Tell us about your role, team, and hiring objectives so we can discuss a focused recruitment approach.

Contact Us Today

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