Executive Search
HaGesher Group identifies and places senior marketing and commercial leaders through candidate profiling, targeted sourcing, structured evaluation, and strategic talent acquisition guidance.
HaGesher Group helps Cleveland employers find marketing professionals and commercial leaders who match both the role and the culture. Through focused candidate profiling, targeted sourcing, structured interviews, and reference validation, we support startups, growth companies, and small-to-medium businesses seeking stronger marketing teams. Our cross-border perspective brings disciplined U.S. recruitment expertise to Cleveland’s competitive hiring market.
Focused recruitment support for employers seeking marketing talent, commercial leaders, and stronger teams across Cleveland and the U.S. market.
HaGesher Group identifies and places senior marketing and commercial leaders through candidate profiling, targeted sourcing, structured evaluation, and strategic talent acquisition guidance.
Build a more effective marketing organization with support for aligning roles, candidate capabilities, cultural fit, and broader sales, marketing, and client success priorities.
Small-to-medium businesses can access candidate sourcing, vetting, and placement support tailored to their operational needs and hiring goals across relevant business functions.
Marketing hiring requires more than matching keywords on a résumé. HaGesher Group profiles candidates against role requirements, evaluates functional competency and cultural alignment, and develops well-qualified shortlists for employers. For Cleveland companies competing for capable marketing talent, this approach supports clearer decisions, reduces hiring risk, and connects team needs with practical talent acquisition strategy.
Explore how focused recruitment and go-to-market guidance can help employers strengthen teams and pursue growth.
"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..."
Employers gain a recruiting partner that combines candidate discipline with cultural and commercial understanding.
Targeted sourcing and profile calibration help employers evaluate candidates against the actual role.
Our cross-cultural perspective supports alignment between team expectations, communication styles, and candidate strengths.
Recruitment connects with talent acquisition, growth planning, and go-to-market priorities for Cleveland employers.
Discovery, interviews, and reference validation create a clear approach for employers hiring across competitive markets.
Experienced recruiting and go-to-market leaders support employers and growing companies.
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.
HaGesher Group supports employers with candidate sourcing, profiling, vetting, placement, executive search, and team building for marketing and related commercial functions. The firm can also provide strategic talent acquisition guidance to help leadership teams clarify role requirements, assess cultural alignment, and connect hiring decisions with broader growth priorities.
Talk with HaGesher Group about your hiring goals and candidate needs.
Ben Gross holds this credential.
HaGesher Group spoke at a 2024 event about recruitment and global expansion.
Francesca Gross moderated the From Pilot to Revenue panel in 2026.
Share your hiring priorities with HaGesher Group and discuss a focused recruitment strategy for your organization.
You can also send us a quick email at ben@hageshergroup.com.
You can also send us a quick email at ben@hageshergroup.com.