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XR- Boutique Executive Search
Uncover Hidden Gems: Elevate Your Executive Game
XR is an executive search firm, with 15 years of Fortune 50 experience spanning Walmart, Amazon, and AWS. Specializing in Retail, Technology, and Consumer Goods industries, we navigate diverse environments with ease, building strong relationships and executing effective sourcing strategies.

Our passion for championing diversity, coupled with data-driven insights, informs recruiting decisions and drives transformative impact with consultative approach. 
 
Our Services

Executive Search & Recruitment

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Identifying

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Assessing

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Recruiting

Talent Mapping/ Sourcing Strategy & Market Intelligence

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 Insights on the talent landscape Identifying potential candidates

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 Tracking industry trends

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 Gathering market intelligence

 

Help organizations make informed decisions.

Diversity and Inclusion Consulting

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Advising organizations on diversity and inclusion strategies

 

 Providing guidance on fostering an inclusive culture

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Best practices from JD review to Panel of Interviewers , Interview Questions and candidate slate.

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 Implement practices that attract and retain diverse executive talent

OUR APPROACH 

Our unique process to uncover hidden Gems = Elevating your Executive Game

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Timeline spans from  3 to 6 months, depending on the complexity of the search. Factors such as seniority, industry requirements, and candidate availability influence the duration. 

01

Pre-kick off

  • Establish alignment with clients and understand their needs and diversity goals.

  • Clearly define position requirements, including desired diversity factors.

  • Develop targeted sourcing strategies to attract diverse and qualified candidates.

  • Streamline the search process using technology tools and efficient candidate management.

  • Foster strong client relationships and deliver an exceptional candidate experience.

02

Sourcing Strategy/ Diversity and Inclusion

  • Define clear diversity and inclusion goals for executive search.

  • Partner with diversity-focused organizations and utilize specialized job boards and platforms.

  • Leverage social media to engage with diverse communities and professionals.

  • Implement blind screening processes, provide unconscious bias training, and track progress through data analysis.

03

Kick-off 

  • Commence the search, marking the official start of the process.

  • Refine the candidate profile to clearly define desired qualifications and diversity considerations.

  • Conduct thorough research to identify potential candidates.

  • Establish effective communication channels between the search firm and the client.

  • Allocate appropriate resources to execute the search plan efficiently.

04

Calibration

  • Promote fairness and consistency in candidate evaluation through calibration.

  • Set performance standards that go beyond traditional qualifications using benchmarking.

  • Align evaluators' perspectives and assessments to ensure consistency and equity.

  • Consider diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences when establishing evaluation criteria.

  • Foster an inclusive search process by integrating diversity and inclusion into calibration and benchmarking practices.

05

Interview Process/Candidate experience 

  • We provide guidance, management, and advice on interview assessments, timelines, and diverse interview panels.

  • Our approach ensures an equitable and inclusive selection process, incorporating a diverse panel of interviewers.

  • The candidate experience is prioritized as we guide and manage the interview process, fostering a positive and respectful environment.

  • Our expertise attracts the best talent for executive roles by promoting equity, inclusion, and a robust candidate experience.

  • We offer comprehensive support to ensure fair evaluations, mitigate biases, and create an inclusive interview process.

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Offer/ Ongoing support 

  • Expert assistance in offer negotiation for competitive and mutually beneficial agreements.

  • Ongoing support post-hiring to facilitate a smooth transition and integration for executives.

  • Guidance, check-ins, and resources provided for long-term success within the organization.

  • Ensuring a seamless transition by offering support and resources during the onboarding process.

  • Focus on executive integration and growth, with ongoing support and access to relevant resources.

Working With the Best Clients and Partners

Our Services

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Uncover hidden gems : Elevate your Executive Game

Why boutique search firm vs large executive search firms? 
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Specialized Expertise

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Personalized Attention

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Agility and Flexibility

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Extensive Network

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Cost-Effectiveness

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Diversity and Inclusion Focus

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Tailored Cultural Fit

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Nimble and Responsive

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Long-term Partnerships

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Karen Dixon- Director Executive Search - ADOBE
Ximena is extremely professional and has a strong work ethic. She has a very positive attitude and is always happy to take on additional responsibilities. She volunteered to co-lead our team Fun Committee and worked on our diversity initiative which was outside of her regular scope. She has excellent interpersonal skills and is very collaborative. She was a great addition to the team and has been a true pleasure to work with.
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