Employers in the fast-growing e-commerce industry face unique recruitment challenges. Pandemic lockdowns prompted a boom in online shopping, and that growth trend hasn’t reversed as brick-and-mortar storefronts reopened. In-person retail has met a variety of replacements. Between websites, kiosks, direct mail, call centers, social media sales points, and smart TV shopping, today’s customers have more choice of where to buy products than we could ever have imagined.
The other side of this equation, though, is that candidates with e-commerce skills and experience have their choice of where to work, as well. There are often more positions available in this area than there are job seekers. The rising competition for talent across North America necessitates a strategic approach from businesses with manager jobs, executive roles, and other critical opportunities to fill. Many employers have taken to raising salaries and expanding benefits packages to meet their recruiting goals, and are still struggling to find the right candidate for their team.
Pender & Howe is an e-commerce recruiter that connects business leaders with the people they need to thrive. Our executive search services help e-commerce companies rise above the noise and hire leadership candidates who will provide the critical direction to achieve success in this dynamic sector.
From chatbots improving the consumer experience to digital merchandisers enhancing virtual shopping, new specialties and technology evolve daily. Executives in e-commerce must be constantly learning, following market trends, and ready to seize and hold the key competitive advantage. Our expertise as e-commerce recruiters makes us the ideal partner to identify and hire professionals with the ability to drive revenue growth and business development.
As a leading executive search firm in the field of e-commerce, we are proud to work with the best. We are low-volume by design, maintaining a diverse but limited client portfolio so that we can provide personalized, white-glove service for all of the searches we undertake. Our recruitment services go beyond the job description and resume, identifying candidates who are an ideal fit for our clients’ culture and business needs on every level. Our experience and reputation as an e-commerce recruitment firm also gives us an extensive network of professionals across the United States and Canada who are eager to bring their talents to the right company and role. Whether you need a Marketing Director, Vice President of Sales, or are bringing on a new CEO, Pender & Howe headhunters have the resources, reach, and knowledge to connect you with the best.
Pender & Howe Executive Search was formed by a team of professionals with extensive experience in executive search services. We provide a fully streamlined boutique retained service for companies looking to bolster their executive leadership team.
With a strong presence in key cities across North America, Pender & Howe boasts a comprehensive reach that spans the continent. From venture capital-backed disruptors, recently acquired private equity portfolio companies, academic institutions, not-for-profits to global public companies, our diverse client portfolio showcases our ability to cater to organizations of all sizes and stages.
We understand that transparency, collaboration, and high-level service are paramount, and our recruitment team is committed to delivering these qualities consistently throughout every assignment we undertake. As a strategically low-volume recruitment firm, we ensure that all our clients receive a white-glove service, never diluting our efforts or compromising on quality.
At Pender & Howe, we go beyond mere recruitment; we forge strategic partnerships that empower businesses to excel. By leveraging our extensive network, expertise, and dedication to exceptional service, we guarantee that your team receives the utmost attention, guidance, and support throughout their executive search journey. Trust us to deliver results that propel your organization to new heights, backed by our unwavering commitment to excellence.
Travis is a co-founding Partner of Pender & Howe. He sits on the Executive Board of Directors for Kestria, the world’s largest executive search network. As an Advisor with Loyal VC, he also supports entrepreneurs in all aspects of key talent strategies.
Travis’ primary focus is partnering with investors and C-Suite leaders on complex executive searches. His latest projects have included a CEO search on behalf of a global family office, building a leadership team for a Series C VC-backed tech company and replacing a long-standing founder of a business that went public on the NASDAQ.
Travis is an avid competitive golfer passionate about international travelling, often trying to combine the two!
Leveraging an extensive network coupled with deep industry-specific knowledge gained through twenty years of direct pharmaceutical and healthcare experience, Céline is a Partner at Pender & Howe, advising clients on executive-level search strategies in the Biotech, Medtech, and Healthcare industries. A pharmacist by trade, Celine has accumulated more than 900 hours of practice in professional coaching (PCC certification). Celine is also the Leader of America’s life sciences practice in Kestria and a board member of Women in Bio (a volunteer organization that supports DEI practices in life sciences).
Mother of three, an avid runner who loves sailing and an active volunteer in a non-profit that gives children with motor disabilities the opportunity to achieve sporting challenges.
A Co-Founder of Pender & Howe, Glenn brings over 25 years of targeted search experience to his Clients. As an Advisor with Loyal VC and a member of the JR Shaw School of Business Sales & Marketing Advisory Board Glenn enjoys being actively involved in the business community. Focusing on executive search within the C-Suite and Board space across the scientific, healthcare, artificial intelligence/machine learning and NPO sectors, Glenn and his team work diligently to source exceptional talent for top-tier organizations.
Glenn enjoys fishing although not always “catching”, excellent wine and is a foodie.
Tara-Lynn supports Pender & Howe’s North American operations, leveraging her Human Resources Management education and 10+ years of recruitment experience in the life science, healthcare, consumer, technology, and academic sectors. She collaborates with Pender & Howe’s Partners on emerging market trends, uncovers top-performing talent, and builds partnerships with clients and candidates. Tara-Lynn has a knack for finding needles in haystacks and a passion for discovering extraordinary leaders.
Outside of work, Tara-Lynn enjoys playing fetch with her Golden Retriever, listening to a new podcast, or training for her next marathon—sometimes all at once.
Michelle is a Consultant with Pender & Howe, serving clients throughout North America. Michelle’s ten years of experience includes leading executive search mandates and managing corporate Talent Attraction Strategies in high-growth markets with the Big 4.
Her latest accomplishments include identifying key leadership teams within the fintech space in Toronto, co-leading a CSO Search for an innovative Biotechnology company based in Vancouver and currently, identifying a Head of Canada HR search within the professional services landscape.
A lifelong learner, Michelle is currently completing her MBA. Her weekends are spent with her two children, her golden retriever Brady, and her husband.
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