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Beyond the Placement: How Heidrick, Korn Ferry, and Rivals Are Selling Boards More Than Search

Heidrick, Korn Ferry, and rivals aren't just filling seats anymore — they're selling boards a subscription to their own governance. With Heidrick's non-search businesses hitting $280M in 2024, we unpack whether this advisory pivot is a genuine transformation or expensive marketing wrapped around a placement business.

April 15, 2026·21:23·Episode 2

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Beyond the Placement: How Heidrick, Korn Ferry, and Rivals Are Selling Boards More Than Search | The Search: Executive Leadership