Marlin

Marlin is a retained executive search and strategic positioning firm for PE/VC-backed, founder-led, and high-growth companies. We find excellent leaders who you wouldn't find anywhere else. We specialize in VP to C-suite hires across product, growth, commercial, marketing, operations, people, and CEO roles. Our clients include some of the world’s most ambitious businesses – from scaling startups to global enterprises navigating change. Most search firms stop at placement. We don’t. What Makes Marlin Different? 🔹 A Private, Trusted Network We place leaders you won’t find on job boards or in public databases. Our access comes from over a decade of one-on-one work with senior executives across industries — building a high-trust network other firms can’t reach. 🔹 Senior-Led From Start to Finish No handoffs. No resume pushing. Every search is led by senior partners who understand the business context, the leadership gap, and the real outcomes the hire must deliver. 🔹 Speed and Precision We move fast, without sacrificing fit. We understand the urgency that comes with post-investment builds, turnaround plays, and founder transitions. And we’ve designed our search process to meet the moment. 🔹 Post-Placement Positioning Once we place the leader, the real work begins. Marlin offers integrated post-placement PR and thought leadership to help new executives step in with clarity, presence, and traction. From internal messaging to external visibility, we make sure your new hire lands well and leads fast. Who We Work With: * PE/VC firms building high-performance teams post-investment * Founders preparing for scale, transition, or succession * Growth-stage companies filling critical leadership gaps * Public companies in transformation or turnaround * Confidential replacements and strategic upgrades.