Welcome to another episode of the Business Leaders of America podcast. In this episode, I sit down with Jeremy Jenson, the Founder & CEO of Encore Search Partners — Houston’s largest privately-held executive search firm. Jeremy's journey in the business world is marked by resilience, grit, and strategic thinking, as he built Encore Search into a $60M+ powerhouse in the highly competitive recruiting industry.
We discuss the key strategies that have set his firm apart, how he navigated challenges to achieve success, and the current trends shaping the executive search landscape. Jeremy also shares how fatherhood has influenced his leadership style, and the inspiration behind starting The Path to Success Podcast to elevate voices of high-achieving entrepreneurs and executives.
If you're an entrepreneur, leader, or navigating the world of talent acquisition, this episode offers valuable insights on building a values-driven business that thrives in today’s competitive environment.
Notable Awards and Recognitions
• Founder & CEO of Encore Search Partners, a leading executive search firm specializing in professional, technical, and C-level talent.
• Grew Encore Search Partners into one of Houston’s largest privately-held executive search firms, generating over $60 million in revenue.
• Played a key role in helping clients like Honeywell, Clorox, and McCormick find top talent.
• Led Encore Search Partners to be ranked as Houston's Largest Executive Search Firms (2020-2024)
• 6X winner of the HBJ "Best Places to Work" Award
• 4X winner of the Inc5000 Award
• 4X winner of the HBJ Fast 100 Award
• Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner
How to connect with Jeremy Jenson
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyjenson/
• https://www.instagram.com/jeremyjenson/
• https://encoresearch.com/
Show Notes
[1:27] Brief intro on Jeremy and how he got to where he is today.
[3:17] Reflecting on the diverse roles held early in his career and how those experiences helped shape the vision for building Encore Search Partners.
[6:25] Building a standout recruiting firm in a highly competitive and saturated market, and
the strategies that set Encore Search Partners apart.
[15:13] Current trends shaping executive recruiting and what businesses need to be paying attention to in today’s evolving talent landscape.
[16:43] How fatherhood has influenced his leadership style and the way he shows up both at work and at home.
[21:04] The inspiration behind launching The Path to Success podcast and how it has played a role in shaping his personal brand and driving business growth.
[26:22] Ways for listeners to connect, learn more about Encore Search Partners, and tune in to The Path to Success podcast.
[27:32] Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders that Jeremy wishes he had when he began his journey.
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