Industrial & Natural Resources

We assemble expert leadership teams to drive innovation and sustainability in the industrial sectors

The energy transition is transforming the sector, and digital advancements are merging the realms of B2C and B2B. Industrial companies are now recognizing that enhancing customer experience is crucial for growth in an on-demand market, and addressing significant environmental and societal issues is essential. 

These shifts demand leaders who can foster innovative organizational cultures and drive the transformations necessary for business success. These leaders must also maintain a keen focus on both customers and stakeholders in a rapidly changing environment.

As the industrial sector evolves with an increasing focus on sustainability and local connectivity within global supply chains, its talent requirements are also changing.

The era of rapid technological advancement has made the industrial sector a dynamic and challenging arena. Currently, 44 % of companies have adopted Industry 4.0, and 28 % have implemented software technological advancements. This evolving landscape underscores the critical need for exceptional leadership talent. 

Our deep industry focus encompasses: 

Aerospace, Defense & Space

Automotive & Mobility

Aviation

Commodities

Diversified Services

Engineering, Construction & Building Materials

Energy

Industrial Goods & Technology

Maritime, Ports & Infrastructure

Process Industries

Transportation, Logistics & Distribution

66 % of CEO searches we have delivered resulted in first-time CEO’s, of which we deliver just over 700 roles per year across industrial sectors.
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  • Lee Johnson

    Partner - Industrial

    Lee has 35 years of HR leadership expertise having led firms in the energy, metals & mining and industrial sector. His experience covers Asia Pac, Africa, Middle East primarily. Lee has become known for his business transitional expertise, helping firms overcome inflexion points in their career lifecycle.

    Lee Johnson

    Partner - Industrial

  • James Twiston-Davies
    James Twiston-Davies

    Partner - Industrial

    James is a leadership search veteran with 25 years having advised over 700 mandates across Aerospace & Defence, Automotive Mobility, Transport & Logistics, Agriculture, metals & mining, energy and manufacturing. James is considered a global veteran in this space.

    James Twiston-Davies

    Partner - Industrial

  • Sue Busby

    Partner - Industrial

    Sue leads a number of critical projects within the real estate and construction development led arena. Her expertise covers all forms of infrastructure, mixed use real estate, sports & theme based infrastructure. She also co-leads our logistical sector dealing with most firm of supply chain driven entities: traditional and digitalised. She also works actively in the aviation and broader transport area covering automotive, mobility and disruptive technologies.

    Sue Busby

    Partner - Industrial

  • Irfan A. Parvez

    Partner - Industrial

    Irfan advises global boards on people and technology solutions cross industry. He has delivered leadership solutions for government led development initiatives, corporate transformations, newco start-ups and special situations (activist / M&A&D). In parallel, Irfan is a Special Advisor for two sovereign entities, two global asset funds and an activist group.

    Irfan A. Parvez

    Partner - Industrial

  • Leonora M. Gill

    Partner - Industrial

    Leonora has delivered C suite teams for many of the majors across the industrial sector, from aerospace, to aviation, transport at large, logistics, automotive, industrial services and technology, infrastructure and process industries. She has been involved with many of the transformation initiatives in the America’s and Europe, alongside major new developments in emerging markets.

    Leonora M. Gill

    Partner - Industrial