Success Stories
Nanometrics
(Nasdaq: Nano Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturer)
The Challenge: The CFO’s retirement was already announced, so the clock was ticking to attract a replacement. The CEO and Board had high expectations for the caliber of talent they wanted to bring to their highly successful company.
The Solution: Arnold Partners quickly assembled a target list of candidates and began marketing the opportunity. Within six weeks, the client was able to interview a full range of qualified candidates. The process resulted in a short list of four worthy candidates and gave the client a clear choice. Tim Stultz, CEO: “Once again we appreciate the professionalism Dave brings to the search process. He is tenacious and delivers on his promises.”
Shelly Group
(Private, Middle Market. Retail/Wholesale/Services)
The Challenge: The company had never looked outside for an executive level hire, or engaged a professional search consultant. They realized they needed assistance in defining the role of a new finance chief. Another important consideration was the cultural fit since the executive team had been together for over sixteen years.
The Solution: Arnold Partners spent the time to thoroughly understand the culture of the company, the leadership’s strategy and vision, and what qualities and experience would contribute to their growing and successful enterprise. Through extensive candidate screening, we provided a winning lineup of candidates. Judy Delgadillo: “Dave really took the time to understand our organization, our culture, our core values, and our commitment to each of these areas. Throughout the process we were able to assess a wide variety of candidates and were able to make a great choice for our finance hire. We are very pleased with his service, his attention to detail and to his collaborative working style.”
Neomend
(Venture-backed Medical Device Manufacturer)
The Challenge: We were asked to assist this growing company attract their first operationally-oriented CFO to help bring the company to profitability. Key to the search was finding a CFO who ideally had experience in both a venture capital-backed company and an IPO.
The Solution: After a thorough search process, Arnold Partners was able to deliver a slate of highly qualified candidates, all of whom exceeded the specification. The CFO hired came from a medical device company that he helped bring from venture financing to the public market. David Renzi, CEO: “Dave Arnold delivered on his promises of finding us a world-class CFO who would fit with our fast-paced environment. His process allowed us to meet several high quality candidates in a timely manner. With his help, his connections into the CFO community, and his persistence, we hired the CFO that was right for us.”