
Banking Executive Search Capabilities
OUR PROMISE
Here to exceed your unique hiring and talent needs.
In the spirit of collaborating, connecting, and cultivating, we differentiate ourselves by building synergistic, flexible, and transparent relationships with our clients - being their partner every step of the way. Comhar Partners was formed with the purpose of having all of the capabilities of larger firms while being more nimble and entrepreneurial in the marketplace. This is exhibited by our qualified people, one-firm approach, and our broad service offerings which include Executive Search, Professional Recruiting, and Talent Advisory Services.
In conjunction with providing talent management services, we provide built-in advisory services with every search. This includes a detailed compensation analysis, an in-depth personality inventory, and the assignment an Executive Coach to provide onboarding and acculturation consulting.
Our adept team of consultants and project managers complete end-to-end recruiting solutions, with an emphasis on collaboration. Comhar Partners uses a proprietary, fully integrated, cloud-based talent management software solution for data management and applicant tracking, to ensure an efficient and effective project for you.
OUR SERVICES
EXECUTIVE SEARCH
At Comhar Partners we understand that attracting top talent for C-suite and Executive Level positions that are considered mission-critical for the organization requires an expert. Our consultants hold a comprehensive understanding of different industries and functional roles to guarantee finding your best-fit leader who will make a lasting impact within your organization. Our consultants work to build an appropriate framework for compensation and retention while identifying industrious and unique leaders that fit flawlessly into your organization. Whatever industry your organization is in, our unique and innovative approach allows our clients' unparalleled resources and unmatched results.
PROFESSIONAL RECRUITING
This contemporary search process offers flexible and scalable talent acquisition solutions tailored to attract professionals at the middle to upper levels of management. With our professional recruiting offerings, we become an extension of your human resources team in order to advance your recruiting process. Our Professional Recruiting Services are cost-effective, scalable, quality-driven, and flexible.
Our cutting-edge technology and support team offer undisputed client care to help fill your position with the highest quality candidate in the shortest amount of time. We provide you with dedicated recruitment teams that will become an extension of your own HR department. Our decisions are data-driven to ensure we only deliver top quality candidates to your company.
TALENT ADVISORY SERVICES
At Comhar Partners, we understand that your goal is to create talent management strategies to attract candidates who have the skillset to take your organization to new limits in the future. Our specialists in Executive Leadership and Cultural Assessment, Leadership Coaching and Development, On-Boarding and Acculturation Coaching, and Compensation Consulting are able to accommodate and understand the needs and aptitude of each individual, in order to make the most of your potential and use your leadership skills to the fullest effect. Whether your organization is looking for a new structure or strategic advisement on compensation consulting, Comhar Partners is here for you.
The need for qualified senior level executives is drastically outpacing the supply.
TALENT ACQUISITION PROCESS

ENGAGEMENT/CONSULTING LAUNCH
Identify the key elements for the search, profile the company, and review the desired education, skills, experience, and cultural fit of targeted candidates.
RESEARCH/CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT COMMENCED
Build a highly qualified list of calibrated prospects and initiate pursuits of this targeted list.
ASSESSMENT/INTERVIEWS
Initial interviews are completed. Based upon results endorsed by the client, we conduct in-depth interviews and assessments.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT/CLIENT CONSULTING
As the search progresses, we advise the client on all aspects of attraction, assessment, and acquisition.
HIRING/ONBOARDINNG
Negotiate, hire, and monitor the assimilation of the new hire into the client organization and assure successful integration.
OUR EXPERIENCE

Fifth Third Bank, founded in 1858 and headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, operates 1,154 branches and 2,469 automated teller machines around the nation. They are ranked 389th on the Fortune 500 and is on the list of largest banks in the U.S.
POSITION PLACED:
- Vice President - Director Enterprise Credit Support Services
- Senior Vice President - Director Omnichannel Strategy
- Chief Risk and Compliance officer – ChicagoChief Risk and Compliance Officer – Chicago

HomeTrust Bank, founded in 1926 and headquartered in Asheville, NC, is a community-focused financial institution committed to providing value added relationship banking through talented, service-focused people.
POSITIONS PLACED:
- Regional Manager - Mortgage Banking
- Market President

The First National Bank in Sioux Falls, founded in 1885, is a privately held bank specializing in Commercial Banking, Personal Banking, Trust & Investment Banking, and Mortgage Banking.
POSITIONS PLACED:
- Chief Fiduciary/Trust Office
- Chief Retail BankerManaging Director of Public Finance (x5)

Macatawa Bank, based in Holland, MI, knows West Michigan because it’s the only place they do business. They were founded in 1997 by a group of local business leaders who had a vision of what a true community bank could be. Today, they remain true to their roots, the communities they serve, and their commitment to staying local.
POSITION PLACED:
- Chief Wealth Officer
OUR BANKING PRACTICE
The Financial Services Practice Group works in both mature and growing businesses supporting search mandates for C-Suite, Senior Executive, and key leadership appointments, with a specific emphasis on banking. Many of these searches need to be conducted in a confidential manner, which we are fully prepared to do. Our team in the banking space is an innovative and experienced group of management consultants who understand the particular challenges of attracting and recruiting highly qualified leaders within the banking landscape. We have led executive search programs across the nation to build a competitive advantage for our clients. Our consultants bring a plethora of personal experience gained through both client search engagements and previous business operational experience with banking organizations. Regardless of the size and the corporate culture of your business, we have the team to provide outstanding candidates to fill your management search needs. Our industry expertise, professionalism, integrity, and high-touch processes enable our Banking Practice Group to gain credibility with clients, candidates, and industry leaders on a national basis.
YOUR DEDICATED TEAM

Title: Managing Director
Email: blayton@comharpartners.com
Direct: (239) 345-4050
Mobile: (847) 722-4180

Title: Managing Director
Email: pherrerias@comharpartners.com
Direct: (415) 483-4116
Mobile: (415) 302-5300
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