Celebrating 44 years in business, Herbert Mines Associates is the largest retained executive search firm focused exclusively on the consumer and retail industries. "Our "Search For Leadership" tagline really defines HMA. Not only does it speak to what we do, but it defines who we serve and shapes how we approach our work." - Hal Reiter, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Herbert Mines Associates was founded in 1978 by Herb Mines, who introduced the concept of retained executive search to retailers. Our firm has broadened over the years, but without straying from Herb's original focus on delighting clients. Today, we are the largest retained executive search firm focused exclusively on consumer-driven businesses including retail, consumer products, fashion/apparel, digital/e-commerce, hospitality, foodservice and the private equity firms that invest in these businesses. Herbert Mines Associates is also distinctive because we remain an independent executive search firm. While others have been acquired by major firms, we remain convinced that we can serve clients better - and maintain our culture better - if we continue to chart our own course. We are proud that most of our executive search business comes from repeat clients. They value our ability to combine the focus of a boutique with the capabilities of a big firm.