Ghost Mountain Executive Search
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Ghost Mountain took the time to understand the company, the position requirements, and the soft skills required for success and produced a short-list of qualified candidates extremely quickly. Ghost Mountain's knowledge of the market, their professionalism and responsiveness, and most importantly their results are outstanding. Ghost Mountain goes above and beyond.
— CFO, FinTech Company
Recent Engagements
Searches We've Completed
Finance
Two CFOs
Placed at middle market companies in the San Francisco Bay Area market.
Defense & Aerospace
Chief Engineer
Placed at a leading aerospace firm as part of a technical leadership search.
Tourism & Hospitality
Multiple Roles
Ongoing partnership with a San Francisco historical tourism institution across several leadership positions.
Defense & Aerospace
Numerous Positions
Retained partnership with a fast-growing Space and Defense company across multiple senior hires.
Finance & Accounting
CPA
Placed at a Seattle public accounting firm as part of a regional finance leadership search.
Finance & Accounting
Retained Partnership
Ongoing engagement with a major regional public accounting firm across multiple search assignments.
We needed a Controller quickly, and Ghost Mountain presented great candidates immediately. We were able to hire a great candidate in a week, and were very impressed by the level of service we received.
— Head of People & Culture, Luxury Retailer, New York City
How We Work
Our Services
01
Retained Search
The highest-commitment search, for the highest-stakes hire. We work exclusively on your behalf — sourcing, vetting, and presenting only the candidates who can actually do the job. Mutual commitment means faster closes and better outcomes.
Fully Exclusive
100% focused on your search
1-Year Guarantee
Free replacement if needed
Veteran-Led
Military discipline. No shortcuts.
02
One-Year Guarantee
Every retained search comes with a full one-year replacement guarantee. If the placed candidate doesn't work out, we search again at no additional fee. We stand behind every placement we make.
03
Business Consulting
Sometimes you need more than a search. Our team brings hands-on leadership experience across multiple industries — available to advise on org structure, succession planning, and building the teams that help companies scale.
Common Questions
What You Should Know
What is Ghost Mountain Executive Search?
Ghost Mountain Executive Search is a veteran-led boutique retained executive search firm based in Seattle, WA. We specialize in C-suite and senior leadership placements for mid-market companies across Defense & Aerospace, Construction, Finance & FinTech, Technology/SaaS, Healthcare, Energy & Oil and Gas, and Marine industries. Ghost Mountain is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
What is a retained executive search firm?
A retained executive search firm is exclusively engaged by a client company to find and place a senior leader. Unlike contingency search, retained search means the firm works exclusively on your role, dedicates full resources to the engagement, and is compensated regardless of outcome. This model attracts higher-caliber candidates and produces faster, more reliable placements for critical leadership roles.
What industries does Ghost Mountain serve?
Ghost Mountain serves mid-market companies across Defense & Aerospace, Construction, Finance & FinTech, Technology/SaaS, Healthcare, Energy & Oil and Gas, and Marine industries. Our veteran leadership gives us particular depth in Defense & Aerospace, including familiarity with AS9100, Nadcap, and cleared workforce environments.
What roles does Ghost Mountain place?
Ghost Mountain places C-suite and senior leadership roles including Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Vice President, and Director-level positions. We focus on mid-market companies that need the right leader to drive growth, transformation, or succession.
What is an SDVOSB and why does it matter?
SDVOSB stands for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, a federal certification administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Ghost Mountain's SDVOSB certification makes us eligible for set-aside contracts with federal agencies and defense contractors, and signals a commitment to veteran leadership and mission-driven values.
Where is Ghost Mountain located and where do you search?
Ghost Mountain Executive Search is headquartered in Seattle, WA. We conduct searches nationally across the United States.
How do I start an executive search with Ghost Mountain?
You can start by reaching out directly through our website or connecting with Kyle Martin, Principal, on LinkedIn. We begin every engagement with a discovery conversation to understand your organization, the role, and what success looks like before scoping the search.