We identify, recruit, and evaluate leaders. We help clients match executive talent with organizational needs and help develop that talent for the future. With offices in Charlotte and New York, we consider the entire United States – and beyond – our market and your talent pool. Our team is a seamless blend of two nationally respected, independent firms. Canny, Bowen – a generalist firm with particular expertise in industrial and legal searches – was founded in New York in 1954. Coleman Lew was founded in Charlotte, NC in 1979 by Chuck Lew, now retired. He, too, was committed to being a generalist. And to adhering to the highest standards. One of his key partners, Shana Plott, was named CEO in 2016. She became CEO of the combined company in January 2019. Our two firms encountered each other many times over our long history – sometimes as competitors. But we recognized our similarities – an emphasis on ethics and exemplary client service, first-rate teams we’re proud to invest in, a desire to be true partners to our clients, and a history of successful completion of search engagements leading to client relationships that last for decades. In 2019, we joined forces to offer clients the best of our collective talents. We’re physically located in New York and Charlotte, but we tap into a global network. That network allows us to scout and recruit the best people. Since 1954, we have served a diverse roster of public, private, nonprofit, and international clients.