Executive Search · Modern Recruiting

The Right Hire
Changes Everything

Matchstick is a modern search partner built around your success—transparent pricing, aligned incentives, and a disciplined process that delivers the right people, not just a fast placement.

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A Different Kind of Firm

Recruiting built the way it should have been

Traditional recruiting was designed to benefit the firm—not the client. Percentage-of-salary fees create misaligned incentives, opaque pricing, and a race to fill seats rather than find the right fit.

We rebuilt the model.

Flat, predictable feesHybrid retained modelSkin in the gameConsultative approachPartnership over transactions

What We Do

"Executive search and recruiting, built around you."

Matchstick moves quickly—but we move with precision. From role scoping and success profiles to compensation benchmarking and interview design, we build a clear picture of your business, your culture, and what “great” looks like so that every candidate we present is worth your time.

Executive Search

For leadership roles where precision matters most. White-glove engagement, proprietary assessments, and a dedicated senior team from kickoff to close.

Professional Recruiting

Managers, directors, and key contributors across every function and industry. Our disciplined process surfaces candidates who elevate the team.

Trusted Partners

Trusted by Growing Organizations Across the Country

Stahlbush Island Farms
Wealth Alliance
360 Engineering
Taylor University
Dish Network
Reason Financial
Concrete Curb & Paving
Master Magnetics
Quantinuum
Boxie
Cross Purpose
Miller Wall Company
Dream Centers
Stahlbush Island Farms
Wealth Alliance
360 Engineering
Taylor University
Dish Network
Reason Financial
Concrete Curb & Paving
Master Magnetics
Quantinuum
Boxie
Cross Purpose
Miller Wall Company
Dream Centers

Cross-Industry Insight

Why Specialization Isn't Always a Strength

14+ industries isn't a marketing stat—it's a pattern library. We know what great leadership looks like across contexts, and we bring that cross-industry insight to every search.

Professional Services

Accounting, law, consulting, advisory

Nonprofit & Mission-Driven

Faith-based, social enterprise, advocacy

PE-Backed & High Growth

Portfolio companies, scaling startups

Engineering & Operations

Manufacturing, construction, energy

Higher Education

Universities, institutes, ed-tech

Wealth & Finance

RIAs, family offices, wealth management

14+ Industries

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Testimonials

Don't Just Take It From Us

"We went with Matchstick over other firms because they took the time to know our values and business. Putting the right leader in place who is a cultural fit was key for us."

Westland Distributing

Distribution

"We've worked with Matchstick for years and love how they operate with clarity and honesty. They are committed to OUR success, and it shows."

Miller Wall Company

Professional Services

"Matchstick has done stellar work on a wide variety of positions—consistently delivering results equal to firms that charge far more. We've used them repeatedly and will continue to do so."

Taylor University

Higher Education

"Matchstick only sent candidates who were strong in both competency and culture. The team handled every detail. You focus on your mission—they'll find the right fit."

Mile High Workshop

Nonprofit

"Matchstick made hiring smooth and successful. We felt supported throughout—great communication, wise counsel, and well-vetted candidates. We'd definitely hire them again."

Centennial Covenant Church

Faith-Based

Why Matchstick

The Difference Your Search Deserves

Thousands of recruiting firms exist. Few are built to be true partners.

01

Culture AND Competency

Skills get them in the door. Alignment keeps them there. We evaluate both—rigorously—so the hire lasts and the team strengthens.

02

Aligned Interests, Not Misaligned Fees

Traditional firms earn more when salaries are higher—not when hires succeed. We use flat, transparent pricing so our only incentive is finding you the right person.

03

Longevity Over Immediacy

Our process is as quick as it can be and as thorough as it needs to be. We optimize for long-term fit—not a fast placement that leaves you searching again in 18 months.

04

We Know Your Business

We don't start sourcing until we understand your organization deeply. Stakeholder sessions, culture intake, listening rounds—you get a partner, not a vendor.

05

No Noise, Only Finalists

You'll never wade through a stack of questionable résumés. We do the vetting so you can focus on choosing—not filtering.

06

Exceptional Value

We consistently deliver results equal to—and often better than—firms that charge significantly more. Our clients don't pay for overhead. They pay for outcomes.

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