Executive Search
The right hire changes everything after it.
Millman Search is an executive search firm placing Manager through C-suite roles — built on more than four decades of industry relationships.
Where We Search
Deep in three industries. Not limited to them.
Hospitality, Real Estate, and Retail are where we’ve built the deepest bench — the process extends well beyond them.
Hospitality
Food & Beverage, Hotels & Resorts, Venues & Events.
Explore Hospitality →
Real Estate
Commercial, Residential, and Diversified portfolios.
Explore Real Estate →
And beyond
These three are where we specialize, but the same process holds wherever a search takes us — we don’t turn away the right fit over a label.
Who We Place
Manager through C-suite. One process, every level.
From finance and operations to marketing, technology, and beyond, every hire gets the same rigor — regardless of title.
How We Work
A process built around the outcome, not the placement fee.
We start with the outcome you actually need, build a shortlist around it, and stay in the process until the hire is right — not just filled.
Before You Reach Out
A few things people ask first
What is a retained executive search firm?
A retained firm is engaged to run one search start to finish, paid for the process rather than only on a placement. It’s our default model — the depth it allows is why most searches run this way — though terms can flex depending on the role and the search.
How much does an executive search firm cost?
Retained search fees are typically structured as a percentage of the role’s first-year compensation, billed in stages across the search rather than only on a successful hire. Exact terms depend on the role and level — that’s part of the first conversation.
Why use an executive search firm instead of hiring in-house?
An in-house team is built to manage a role, not to run a confidential, high-stakes search on top of everything else on their plate. We do one thing — find the right person for a Manager-through-C-suite hire — and stay in it until that’s done.
In Their Words
“Millman Search is truly exceptional in their ability to identify top-tier candidates. Chloe and her team took the time to thoroughly understand our organization, culture, and specific needs. The individuals we ultimately hired have become invaluable contributors and continue to be key players in driving our success.”
“We have never used a company to help us find employees. Ever! We reached out to Millman Search Group and they held our hand and helped our small business navigate this new territory. They worked diligently to screen candidates, and in four days, we had 9 hires. GOOD HIRES!”
“Millman Search Group was instrumental in helping us find a highly qualified Director of Construction. Their expertise in the industry and commitment to understanding our specific needs made the hiring process seamless. They provided a strong pool of candidates, ensuring we found the right fit both technically and culturally.”
“Millman Search was incredibly thorough and creative in locating candidates for a sales executive role at my company. The quality of candidates they brought was very impressive. We hired a high character individual who fits nicely into the culture of the company.”
“We really enjoy working with Lauren and the Millman Search team. They have been highly communicative throughout the entire recruiting process. We entrusted them with a challenging role to fill, and their creative approach and diligent follow-ups have been truly appreciated.”
“Since 2021, Millman Search has been a trusted partner in filling our leadership positions across the country. Their understanding of the shopping center industry has enabled them to consistently deliver a high-quality pool of candidates, even in this challenging labor market.”
“From start to finish, Millman Search kept us informed and exceeded expectations. Lauren began the search immediately upon contact and delivered quality candidates for open positions. She even followed up on her honeymoon! We succeeded with multiple hires for management level positions.”
Who You'll Work With
Direct access from day one.
No account handoffs, no layers between you and the person who’s actually doing the work.
The First 15 Minutes
Hiring leadership is personal. The first call treats it that way.
No pitch, no obligation — a direct, senior-level conversation about your search and whether we’re the right fit to run it.
What you're looking for
The role, the stakes, and what “right” actually looks like for this hire.
What this will cost
Straightforward terms for your specific search — no surprises later.
A straight answer
No sales pitch — just an honest read on the search, and whether it’s one we should run.
Get In Touch
Every search starts with one conversation.
Tell us what you need this hire to do — we’ll tell you honestly whether we’re the right fit for it.