frequently asked questions.

The quality of candidates we deliver — and the speed with which we deliver them — together with our nationwide footprint are what set Tatum apart from the competition. We’ve been recognized experts in the executive recruiting space for more than 25 years, and our proven methodology and unrivaled network continue to distinguish the Tatum brand today. For these reasons and more, we’re ranked among “America's Best Executive Recruiting Firms” by Forbes.

Beyond obvious benefits like higher-quality candidates and faster time-to-hire, Tatum can deliver value in a host of different ways. 

Take companies that are transitioning or undergoing transformation, for example. In that case, partnering with Tatum can help organizations mitigate key risks, while also providing interim resources to meet their business goals and sustain operations. Plus, you'll be able to take the time to vet a potential long-term leader — minus any of the HR hassles, payroll commitments or risks that come with making a full-time executive hire.

Unexpected vacancies at the top can throw your company into a tailspin, seriously derail your vision and prevent you from achieving critical business goals. That’s when — and why — organizational leaders turn to Tatum for support. Consider a few example scenarios:

• Your private equity portfolio company needs a proven CFO to increase top-line revenue in the wake of merger and acquisition (M&A) activity. 
  
  
• The CTO of your healthcare organization has unexpectedly quit. 
  
  
• Your company is looking to go public — but to do that, you’ll need an experienced finance executive to help prepare the IPO. 
  
  

Of course, those are only a few examples of vital moments in the business life cycle when Tatum can contribute value. The bottom line is that when companies need top-notch leadership — and need it urgently — they turn to Tatum for support. 

Outstanding candidates. Lightning-fast delivery times. A nationwide footprint. These three qualities, above all else, are what set Tatum apart from the competition. And you’ll see those differentiators reflected not only in the quality of the candidates we place, but in the hands-on support and consultative guidance our teams deliver to clients on the ground.

Want to learn more about what differentiates Tatum — and how we can deliver exceptional value for your company? Get in touch with us today. 

We’ve been the go-to partner to leading companies across industries for more than 25 years now. They trust us to solve their most business-critical problems, add value at key moments in the business life cycle — and ultimately avert potential crises. 

Beyond our well-earned reputation, there’s also the fact that we have a stronger network of candidates than any of our competitors. Notably, all candidates sourced through Tatum are either: 

• seasoned leaders who we’ve worked with directly in the past, so we know their work, their qualities, their skill sets and their personalities
  
  
• experienced professionals who have been personally referred to us by reliable sources — that is, by other leaders who've worked with them in the past and have been exposed to what they do

Relationships, reputation and long-term value are at the heart of everything we do. And that’s why we pay our people what they’re worth, too — because we know their skill sets, their capabilities and the value they can contribute to your business. 

We’re an executive services firm that provides interim executive resources, contingent services and retained search services across the C-suite. We also have a dedicated healthcare solutions team that focuses on C-suite positions for healthcare organizations.

From a 30,000-foot view, our offerings include:

• interim executive resources, contingent services and retained search services for every C-suite role — plus direct reports to support our candidates in those roles, when needed
  
  
• a wealth of project-based and consulting services to help you achieve critical business goals 
  
  

The bottom line is that we can deliver value to companies across every stage of the business life cycle. 

In many ways, we're industry- and sector-agnostic at Tatum. We have a proud history of successfully partnering with companies from nearly every sector — private equity portfolio companies, tech giants, manufacturers, health systems and more. 

Ultimately, wherever you are in the business life cycle and whatever your specific needs may be, we can contribute value.

There’s no one answer to that question, because we have a long history of successful partnerships with companies of all sizes — from startups to mid-market businesses to Fortune 500 corporations — and all industries.

We have a large national footprint that extends from coast to coast. Wherever you are in the U.S., we can deliver the executive talent you need — and we’ll do it faster than our competitors, too.

No time at all — in fact, we can deploy talent almost immediately. Just tell us a little bit about your needs. From there, one of the experts from our team will be in touch to kick-start the process.

While turnaround time for each engagement varies, we have a demonstrated track record of outperforming our competitors. Plus, we’re accustomed to delivering on expedited timelines.

The amount of time it takes us to complete an assignment varies depending on a number of significant factors, including:

• the type of service needed 
• the length and scope of the engagement
• the role being filled
• the client's candidate-selection criteria
• the location 
• the market
• and more

We take a highly collaborative and consultative approach to all of our engagements, working closely with clients to align on:

• candidate-selection criteria (for example, must-have skills, nice-to-have skills, previous industry experience, culture fit and more)
• the client’s current business environment 
• the client’s short- and long-term goals
• how success will ultimately be measured 

From there, we tap into our large nationwide talent pool, leveraging tech tools and other advanced resources to make exceptional matches between candidates and companies.

At Tatum, we’ve built a large network of relationships with senior operating executives — highly experienced professionals who have sat in every chair in the C-suite. These are proven leaders with the expertise to help move your business forward. And bear in mind, too, that every candidate sourced through Tatum is 100 percent our employee, on a W-2 basis.

That added layer means we take an even more rigorous approach to the end-to-end screening and selection process — and it means there's less risk for you in turn. The bottom line is that all of our candidates are people we want to represent.

We’re recognized leaders in the executive recruiting space, with a strong track record of building trusted relationships and delivering value to our clients for more than 25 years. And by continually maintaining existing relationships while building new ones, we’ve managed to build an unrivaled network of highly skilled executive talent.  

All candidates sourced through Tatum are either: 

• seasoned leaders who we’ve worked with directly in the past, so we know their work, their qualities, their skill sets and their personalities 
  
  
• experienced professionals who have been personally referred to us by reliable sources — that is, by other leaders who've worked with them in the past and have been exposed to what they do

We can deliver highly skilled candidates with relevant industry experience for virtually every executive role within your organization: CIOs, CFOs, directors of finance, VPs of enterprise technology — you name it. 

Just let us know who (and what) you're looking for. We'll handle the rest. 

Absolutely. Doing business with Tatum is always fast and easy — and that's by design. When you engage our interim search practice, for example, the process takes three to five business days from start to finish.

So whether you need your shortlist by the end of the week or a new interim CFO to join your team by the end of the month, we'll move fast to help power your success.

Our search practices span the entire C-suite and all direct reporting roles. And while other companies may have similar offerings, the speed and quality of delivery you get with Tatum truly sets us apart from the rest. Those are our core strengths — and they’re how we’ve been able to consistently deliver value to our clients for over 25 years. 

Plus, because our executive search practice works across all functionalities, we can source the leaders you need, wherever you need them — from finance to operations to supply chain, and every place in between. 

Of course, these are just a few of the reasons we’re ranked among “America's Best Executive Recruiting Firms” by Forbes. To learn how we can deliver exceptional value for your company, contact us today.

Tatum is a comprehensive executive search firm thanks to the breadth of our practice areas, together with the strength of our partnerships. As such, we frequently serve as a one-stop shop for our clients — we’re able to solve for a wide range of pain points, no matter how large or small the ask might be. 

Take the fact that our executive search and interim teams are closely aligned, for example. As a result, we’re able to contribute value to our clients in novel ways — say, by providing them with an interim leader at the same time that we carry out an executive search. That way, there are never any critical gaps at the top. And what’s more, once executive candidates sourced through Tatum have taken on their new roles, we can also bring in highly experienced professionals to help build out the supporting team around them. 

Of course, these examples are just the tip of the iceberg. But they should make clear that we aren’t only comprehensive in our offerings, but flexible and adaptable, too — just like you are.

Yes! We have a large nationwide footprint, including local experts on the ground in nearly every market from coast to coast. Plus, we can source highly skilled executives for virtually every role and industry. So wherever you are — and no matter what your executive needs might be — the C-suite experts from Tatum will be there to contribute value.

Thanks to our nationwide footprint and extensive network of relationships with leading executives, we’re able to deliver on the executive leadership needs of companies across nearly every industry — from technology to finance to manufacturing, and everything in between. 

Get in touch with us to discover the benefits of partnering with Tatum right now. We’ll do our best to respond within minutes.

For executive permanent placements, our benchmark is 80 days. 

Our speed of delivery is a key part of what makes us industry leaders. But just as importantly, we're able to offer tremendous speed without compromising the quality of the candidates we place.

We're unique because we operate with the touch, feel and service of a boutique firm, but we’re backed by the largest HR services company in the world — which gives us resources and reach second to none.

Beyond that, our process sets us apart. Every executive search at Tatum begins from scratch, with a director working in consultative partnership with the client to understand their needs and key criteria. From there, once we pivot to proactively go after targets, we’re only interested in top-notch candidates, never low-hanging fruit. 

Another thing that stands out about our process: Every search is led by an experienced director at Tatum — and that same director oversees the entire process from beginning to end.

We’re confident that our process, taken together with the size of our network and our hands-on approach to each engagement, should result in the right match between candidates and companies.

For each executive search assignment, the top two finalists receive an industry-leading behavioral and skills assessment, ensuring your new executive is exactly the right fit.

We’re recognized leaders in the executive search field, with a track record of building trusted relationships and delivering value to our clients that goes back more than 25 years. But what really sets us apart is our process. It’s also what enables us to source senior leaders you won’t find through any other executive search partner.

Each executive search starts entirely from scratch: Our team of subject-matter experts meets with relevant stakeholders to develop a comprehensive “position profile,” which effectively becomes the blueprint for our search. From there, we’ll begin mapping the space, conducting deep-dive research so that we can go to market with hundreds of names and targets. We’ll also leverage all of our networks, associations, partnerships and channels, leaving no stone unturned as we go about building a new network.

Next, we conduct strategic outreach to both active and passive candidates, before qualifying, screening and evaluating them.

Here’s a high-level overview of that process:

• Research: We dive deep from the outset, because we like to go to market with hundreds of names and targets.
  
  
• Active recruiting: We leverage our networks, associations, partnerships, channels and more, leaving no stone unturned as we go about building a new network. 
  
  
• Passive recruiting: Through email outreach, social media marketing and other paid tools, we connect with highly coveted passive candidates.
  
  
• Qualifying, screening and evaluating candidates: We have a proven process in place, one that takes into account not only previous work experience but intangibles of personality and culture to ensure we make the perfect fit. 
  
  
• Assessment: The two finalists in every search receive an industry-leading assessment, ensuring the right fit for the position.

Finally, we’ll send a first round of candidate profiles to the client, along with critical supporting documentation such as work histories and summary appraisals for each candidate.

We offer multipronged solutions that help private equity companies meet a wide range of needs, shore up gaps and increase profitability. As such, the services we offer our private equity partners are equally as varied as each of their specific needs. For example, we’re often brought in to help:

• grow top-line revenue 
• reduce costs
• streamline operations
• increase organizational efficiency
• integrate systems (or even companies) 
• improve working capital management
• ensure regulatory compliance
• provide support with audits 

These are just a few of the ways we’re unlocking value for private equity companies right now. The bottom line: We’ll help you achieve your goals, whatever they might be. 

We’re the trusted, go-to partner to many leading private equity companies today in part because we understand the complexity of the space in which they operate — and we offer proven solutions to help. 

Plus, we take a consultative approach to each and every engagement. That means working with decision-makers, sponsors and other key stakeholders to holistically understand:

• the business environment and organizational culture 
• the current as-is state on the ground 
• gaps, needs and requirements 
• the end goal going forward 

Once we’ve locked these down and are aligned on a shared vision, we pride ourselves on being able to consistently deliver value to our clients, even when working on radically fast-tracked timelines. 

We’re here to support your needs — and ensure you have the talent on hand to make strategic decisions and achieve critical business goals. So we always take an approach that’s flexible, adaptable and value-oriented, just like you do. 

Some of the roles we typically fill for private equity companies include:

• CFOs
• CEOs 
• COOs
• CIOs/CTOs
• compliance executives
• controllers
• accounting and finance executives
• director-level professionals across functions 

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Connect with our dedicated private equity team today to learn more about the roles we fill — and how we can help your firm realize even more value.

We’re recognized leaders in the private equity space, with a track record of building trusted relationships and delivering value to our clients that goes back more than 25 years. As such, all candidates sourced through Tatum are either:

• seasoned leaders who we’ve worked with directly in the past, so we know their work, their qualities, their skill sets and their personalities
  
  
• experienced professionals who have been personally referred to us by reliable sources — that is, by other leaders who've worked with them in the past and have been exposed to what they do

By continually maintaining existing relationships while building new ones, we’ve managed to build an unrivaled network of highly skilled executive talent. Connect with us to see for yourself.

We do. We have a large nationwide footprint, an unrivaled bench of talent and local experts on the ground from coast to coast. Plus, we can source highly skilled executives for virtually every role and industry. So wherever you are — and no matter what your executive needs might be — Tatum will be there to contribute value. 

Yes we can — and in fact, we excel at it.

Our solutions help private equity firms and portfolio companies across the entire investment life cycle, which means we can contribute value in so many ways, from prep-for-sale activities to post-diligence, and everything in between.

Plus, our capabilities go way beyond just permanent and retained search services. For example, we also offer a number of value-adding project-related services. So we can provide support for monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes — and while we’re at it, implement best practices across the board. 

Leading private equity firms turn to Tatum for support with all phases of the acquisition-transition process, and the reason is simple: We’re the trusted experts at it. In fact, we’ve partnered with private equity firms on M&A-related transitions across nearly every industry, including:

• healthcare
• industrial companies
• technology (software, SaaS and more) 
• manufacturers 
• and more 

Let’s face it: These transitions can be high-pressure, high-stakes scenarios, with a lot on the line. Leading private equity companies trust Tatum because we recognize that highly specialized expertise and skill sets are required for your transition to be a success — and we always deliver. 

Interim executives assume responsibility for critical decision-making roles in a number of different contexts, such as resignations, upgrade opportunities or the need to add a position that did not previously exist at an organization. Project consultants, on the other hand, help our clients accomplish specific business goals during a set period of time.

Unforeseen needs often emerge when high-level organizational transformations are underway or businesses are in the midst of a transition. But those are exactly the moments when Tatum shines. Consider the following scenarios:

• Your large healthcare system is transitioning to a new reporting software, and you need an experienced technology executive who can immediately come on board to lead the way.
  
  
• You’re looking for someone with significant FP&A experience in light of pending M&A activity.
  
  
• Your family-owned business is being purchased by a private equity company — and that’s something no one on your existing team has any experience with.

Of course, these are only a few examples of how our interim executive practice can provide much-needed support and contribute business value. Ultimately, we’ll help your company successfully navigate change — and come out on the other side even stronger than before.

We’re here to support your needs — and ensure you have the talent on hand to make strategic decisions and achieve critical business goals. So we always take an approach that’s flexible, adaptable and value-oriented, just like you do. 

• CFOs: From Tatum’s inception in 1993, we have been known as the go-to firm for interim and project-based CFOs, and today we are best in class. We bring a vast network and considerable expertise to the table. 
  
  
• CIOs: From our inception, likewise, we’ve been focused deeply on the IT function. Today, we have a large number of highly skilled long-term engagement partners, together with our network of flexible executives, available immediately. 
  
  

What’s more, thanks to the commitment of additional resources from Randstad, our parent company, Tatum can effectively deliver:

• CEOs
• COOs
• CTOs
• CHROs
• CMOs
• chief revenue/sales officers
• risk and compliance executives
• controllers
• vice presidents and director-level professionals across all functions 

Of course, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Connect with our team today to learn more about our capabilities, the roles that we can fill — and how we can help your organization realize maximum value.

We have a large nationwide footprint unmatched by our competitors. That means we can deliver the executive talent you need in any market — no matter the location.

While turnaround time for each engagement varies, we have a demonstrated track record of outperforming our competitors. Plus, we’re accustomed to delivering on expedited timelines. When the need is urgent, a Tatum engagement resource can be deployed in as little as three days from our initial call.

The amount of time it takes us to complete an assignment varies depending on a number of significant factors, including:

• the type of service needed 
• the length and scope of the engagement
• the role being filled
• the client's candidate-selection criteria
• the location 
• the market
• and more

We’re recognized leaders in this space, with a strong track record of building trusted relationships and delivering value to our clients for more than 25 years. As such, all engagement resources sourced through Tatum are either:

• seasoned leaders who we’ve worked with directly in the past, so we know their work, their qualities, their skill sets and their personalities
  
  
• experienced professionals who have been personally referred to us by reliable sources — that is, by other leaders who've worked with them in the past and have been exposed to what they do

By continually maintaining existing relationships while building new ones, we’ve managed to build an unrivaled network of highly skilled executive talent. 

In such a fast-moving economy, it isn't always the right moment for your company to bring on a new permanent leader, especially if your company is planning for or already undergoing business transformation. We completely understand that — and all of the other levers that are connected to business value. 

That's why sourcing interim executives is our sweet spot. From savvy finance execs to ahead-of-the-curve CTOs, when you need someone to step up to the plate and solve your specific pain points — without becoming a long-term commitment on payroll — Tatum's got you covered every step of the way.

The benefits of partnering with Tatum go way beyond access to a large network of executive talent. In fact, we can deliver value in a number of other ways, including: 

• resourcing to support business challenges
• digital transformation
• strategy and business consulting 
• gap analysis
• and a whole lot more

No matter what your pain points may be, we'll take a consultative approach to help address them. And by leveraging our proven discovery process and industry expertise, we'll enable you to more clearly understand both your short- and long-range business needs. 

Tatum works closely with each engagement resource to gain commitment to a minimum assignment time frame that is aligned with the client's need. Beyond that, a meaningful notice period is expected in the event that an engagement resource must leave the assignment.

Yes. And as a matter of fact, this happens about 60 percent of the time. Tatum’s engagement resources are our partners, and many of them are open to such conversions. We always encourage that outcome if it makes sense for both parties. 

If a conversion is not in the cards, our engagement resources are equally committed to supporting orderly transitions — and that includes supporting appropriate knowledge transfers once a permanent replacement has been selected. 

Reach out to your Tatum representative to learn how to ensure that transition is seamless. 

Healthcare organizations rely on Tatum to solve for vacancies at the top and other executive talent pain points. In fact, we can have a seasoned interim candidate available in as little as 24 hours. And with more than 25 years’ experience delivering value, we bring to the table a deep understanding of the complex talent requirements in the healthcare space. So if you’re looking for an interim leader to fill an urgent vacancy, Tatum has your back. 

We also have a long track record of success supporting and partnering with healthcare companies owned by private equity firms.

Our niche, highly specialized healthcare solutions team knows senior leaders who have relevant experience and demonstrated achievements with leading hospitals and healthcare organizations. We also have more than 25 years of experience, during which time we’ve worked with thousands of healthcare organizations, placing highly skilled interim executives in every state in the country. 

As such, all candidates sourced through Tatum are either:

• seasoned leaders who we’ve worked with directly in the past, so we know their work, their qualities, their skill sets and their personalities
  
  
• experienced professionals who have been personally referred to us by reliable sources — that is, by other leaders who've worked with them in the past and have been exposed to what they do

By continually maintaining existing relationships while building new ones, we’ve managed to build an unrivaled network of highly skilled executive talent. 

Yes! We have a large, nationwide footprint and a proven history of success working with hospitals, clinics, facilities and healthcare providers of all sizes across the country. In order to provide you with a cost estimate, all we need are a few key pieces of information about the scope of your requirements, including:

• the size of your business
• the location of your business
• what criteria you're looking for

We have a large and deep bench of qualified healthcare professionals available on demand to fill nearly any healthcare leadership role, including: 

• CFOs
• finance executives 
• controllers
• compliance leaders 
• clinical leaders 
• chief nursing officers
• chief medical officers
• chief radiologists
• and more 

We can support virtually any company — regardless of the specific sector — within the healthcare vertical. That includes: 

• providers
• payers
• hospitals
• ancillary healthcare companies — everything from dental to vision, ophthalmology, cancer treatment and more

We’ll source and place the healthcare talent you need, when you need them, so you can stay focused on delivering exceptional patient care — and take your healthcare organization to the next level. 

Technology is transforming healthcare — and we have savvy professionals on hand to help you take advantage of it. In fact, we have healthcare technologists specializing in a wide range of different areas, including: 

• Epic installations 
• Medicare/Medicaid tools and technologies
• insurance reimbursement platforms
• and more

We certainly can. In fact, sourcing compliance leaders and other risk-related specialists is one of our areas of expertise. So whatever your specific need, we can deliver skilled interim leaders to help you tackle it.

Plus, we can do it faster than our competitors — and that often makes all the difference. As you know, experienced leaders in the healthcare space seldom migrate to other industries. And with so much demand right now, when you’re looking for the right person to fill a role, qualified candidates can be hard to come by. 

That’s why leading healthcare organizations rely on Tatum. Whether you’re a critical access hospital or a large national health system, we’ve got the candidates you need to ensure you’re covered.

We provide interim coverage nationwide for leading companies in the healthcare space, including:

• hospitals
• health plans 
• healthcare companies
• and more

Contact Tatum to learn more about our full range of services, including all of the ways our coverage options can deliver value for your organization today.