Talent & HR
CFO, CRO and COO placements for sponsor-backed companies
Meridian places C-suite leaders who have already worked under a sponsor. Every search includes a scorecard aligned with the value creation plan and a 12-month replacement guarantee.
Value proposition
Leaders who have already operated under a sponsor and a value creation plan.
Pricing
Retained search, 30% of first-year cash comp in thirds.
Verified portfolio executives only
CEO · $210M healthcare services
Backed by a middle market buyout fund
Aug 2026
Our sponsor wanted someone who had done a sale. Meridian's slate had four candidates with completed exits and we hired in 11 weeks.
Watch out for: The fee is at the top of the market. You get what you pay for.
CHRO · $400M business services
Backed by a upper middle market fund
Mar 2026
Our first slate took six weeks, longer than promised, but the eventual hire is on track to beat plan.
Watch out for: Stay on top of the weekly cadence.
CEO · $650M consumer products
Backed by a upper middle market fund
Dec 2025
Before the search, they assessed my existing leadership team against the value creation plan. That conversation with our operating partner was overdue.
Watch out for: Not a fit for roles below VP.