# Stanton Chase > Stanton Chase is a top-ranked global executive search and leadership consulting firm. We specialize in executive search, executive assessment, board services, and succession planning across major industries and functions worldwide. ## Leadership Advisory & Services - [Executive Search](https://www.stantonchase.com/services/executive-search): Retained executive search for C-level and senior management roles. Search+™ is the firm’s proprietary partner-led leadership search process, emphasizing fit-for-purpose assessment, diversity, and onboarding acceleration. - [Executive Assessment](https://www.stantonchase.com/services/executive-assessment): Rigorous, evidence-based assessment solutions that evaluate leadership capability, potential, and cultural alignment at both individual and team levels, supporting informed executive and board decisions. [Board Services](https://www.stantonchase.com/services/board-services): Comprehensive board advisory services including board and director assessment, independent director and chair recruitment, and governance advisory to strengthen oversight, effectiveness, and long-term value creation. - [Succession Planning](https://www.stantonchase.com/services/succession-planning): CEO Succession Planning and Succession Bench Assessment for leadership continuity. - [Executive Onboarding](https://www.stantonchase.com/services/executive-onboarding): Structured onboarding and integration programs that accelerate executive effectiveness, support stakeholder alignment, and increase the long-term success of leadership appointments. ## Industry Expertise - [Expertise Overview](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise): Summary of our industry and functional practice groups. - [Consumer Products & Services](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/industry/consumer-products-and-services): Executive search and advisory for consumer-facing organizations across retail, FMCG, hospitality, and luxury goods, supporting growth, brand leadership, and customer-centric transformation. Retail, FMCG, hospitality, and luxury goods. - [Energy, Resources & Mining](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/industry/energy-resources-mining): Leadership solutions for oil and gas, renewable energy, power, and mining organizations, addressing operational excellence, energy transition, sustainability, and regulatory complexity. - [Financial Services](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/industry/financial-services): Еxecutive search for banking, asset management, insurance, and fintech organizations, supporting governance, risk management, digital innovation, and sustainable financial performance. - [Industrial](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/industry/industrial): Executive Search and Leadership advisory for the industrial sector including aerospace & defense, agribusiness, automotive, chemicals & plastics, industrial equipment, infrastructure, pulp & paper, maritime, and others. The industrial sector experts help clients navigate Industry 4.0, operational transformation, and global market challenges. - [Life Sciences & Healthcare](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/industry/life-sciences-and-healthcare): Executive search for pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and healthcare services, supporting innovation, regulatory excellence, and patient-focused leadership. - [Professional Services](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/industry/professional-services): Leadership search and advisory for consulting, legal, accounting, and business services firms, focusing on partnership succession, talent strategy, and sustainable firm growth. - [Social Impact](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/industry/social-impact): Executive search for non-profit, education, government, and association organizations, supporting mission-driven leadership, governance, and organizational effectiveness. - [Technology](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/industry/technology): Leadership solutions for software, hardware, telecommunications, and digital services organizations, enabling innovation, scale, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. ## Functional Expertise - [Board Search](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/board-search): Recruitment of independent non-executive directors and chairpersons, supporting effective governance, board composition, and long-term strategic oversight. - [CEO](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/ceo): CEO search and succession advisory focused on identifying transformational leaders capable of shaping strategy, leading complex organizations, and delivering long-term value. - [Financial Leadership](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/financial-leadership): Executive search for CFOs and senior finance leaders with expertise in financial stewardship, performance management, capital strategy, and value creation. - [Digital Transformation](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/digital-transformation): Identification and assessment of leaders who drive digital strategy, technology-enabled transformation, innovation, and data-driven decision-making. - [Diversity Recruitment](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/diversity-recruitment): Executive search strategies designed to build diverse and inclusive leadership teams, strengthening organizational performance, culture, and governance. - [Human Resources](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/human-resources): Search and advisory services for CHROs and senior HR leaders who shape organizational culture, talent strategy, leadership development, and workforce transformation. - [Marketing and Sales](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/marketing-and-sales): Recruitment of CMO and senior commercial leaders responsible for growth strategy, brand leadership, customer engagement, and revenue performance. - [Private Equity](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/private-equity): Leadership search and advisory for private equity firms and their portfolio companies, supporting value creation, transformation, and exit readiness. - [Startups and Scale-Ups](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/startups-and-scale-ups): Executive search for founders, CEOs, and functional leaders who can scale organizations, professionalize operations, and lead through rapid growth. - [Supply Chain](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/supply-chain): Recruitment of supply chain, operations, procurement, and logistics executives who strengthen resilience, efficiency, and end-to-end performance. - [ESG](https://www.stantonchase.com/expertise/functions/environmental-social-and-governance): Search and advisory services for ESG and sustainability leaders who integrate responsible business practices, regulatory compliance, and long-term value creation.