Monday, 19 December 2016

LONDON, December 19, 2016 – Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of executive search, leadership consulting and culture shaping worldwide, has appointed David Crawford as a Partner in its Global Technology Services Practice.

Based in London with a European remit, Crawford will focus on strengthening the firm’s search and leadership advisory activities in IT services, software and private equity tech-portfolios.

“As the market demands more technology savvy business leaders, we know that David’s deep industry knowledge across the IT software and services sectors and private equity-tech space will bring value to our team and our clients” said Tim Luedke, European Managing Partner of the Global Technology Services Practice at Heidrick & Struggles. “His standing as one of the top leadership advisors in Europe will further enhance our offerings and, in turn, Heidrick’s global resources will allow David to make an even greater impact.”

Prior to joining Heidrick & Struggles, Crawford was a Managing Director of a global executive search firm for 17 years and head of its European technology sector operation for 5 years. Previously, he spent five years as a consultant at Accenture.

“I’m delighted to be joining Heidrick & Struggles at a time when there is so much growth within the business, and look forward to building on this momentum,” he said.

Crawford has a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacology from University College London.

About Heidrick & Struggles:

Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII) serves the executive talent and leadership needs of the world's top organizations as a premier provider of leadership consulting, culture shaping and senior-level executive search services. Heidrick & Struggles pioneered the profession of executive search more than 60 years ago. Today, the firm serves as a trusted advisor, providing integrated leadership solutions and helping its clients change the world, one leadership team at a time.®
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