A top talent advisor to MedTech and High-Tech leaders, Chris Gustanski is a classically trained marketer who is relied upon by top executives and their talent acquisition partners to build world class teams. He is known throughout the industries he serves for his unique ability to help business leaders transform their teams and exceed their business objectives through top talent.Chris began his career in marketing and sales executive roles with a variety of Fortune 500 firms. After having been frequently pursued by recruiters that had no idea what marketers actually do, Chris decided to become an executive recruiter. He became a leading marketing recruiter and President’s Club winner during his tenure with several large search firms.After seeing the dysfunction with search firms large and small, Chris decided to launch Due North Executive Search in 2017 with his wife, Amie. At Due North, we pride ourselves in our depth of understanding of the roles, functions, and industries we serve. We are also committed to following a solid process and conducting rigorous screening to ensure our clients are presented with only the best fit candidates while getting roles filled quickly.Chris was born and raised in North St. Paul, Minnesota. His father was a barber and his mother a beautician. He put himself through the University of Minnesota while working nights at UPS. After graduation, Chris held sales and marketing roles with UPS while pursuing his Master of International Management degree at St. Thomas. He then completed an MBA in Marketing and Finance at the University of Minnesota.With his in-depth knowledge of marketing, product management and other commercial roles, Chris has helped MedTech and High-Tech companies across the US build World Class Commercial teams. In turn, these teams have delivered exceptional business results through ground-breaking products and services, innovative marketing and sales, and winning business strategies.Chris also sits on the board of SMMG MedTech, a networking and leadership development association for MedTech executives.Mobile: 612.812.2070Email: chris@duenorthsearch.comWeb: duenorthsearch.com
Listed skills include Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, New Business Development, and 19 others.
