Boutique leadership focus Howard & O’Brien specializes in retained executive search for senior-level roles across diverse industries, indicating a strong need for high-caliber, culturally aligned leaders and potential cross-sell into boards, general management, and strategy positions.

Global, diverse client base With over 20 years and searches across more than 50 industries, there is opportunity to offer expanded services such as market intelligence, succession planning, and leadership development to a wide network of potential clients seeking executive alignment and long-term leadership pipelines.

Women-owned credibility As a women-owned business and global AESC member, the firm can leverage diversity and governance narratives in outreach to client organizations prioritizing DEI initiatives, ESG leadership, and inclusive hiring practices.

Security and trust stance The emphasis on legitimate communications and anti-scam messaging signals a quality, trust-first brand. This can be leveraged in conversations around risk management, due diligence services, and enhanced candidate vetting processes for clients wary of misrepresentation.

Mid-market revenue potential Reported revenue in the 10 to 25 million range combined with a mid-sized employee base suggests opportunities to propose scalable engagement models, retainer-based packages, and advisory services for organizations seeking executive leadership at scale without the resources of mega-firms.