Dedicated to Making A Difference
We derive great personal satisfaction from knowing our efforts make a positive impact. Whether addressing a challenging recruiting issue, solving a specific business problem, or volunteering in the community, our team is dedicated to serving others. We particularly enjoy working with companies and law firms, where our skills and values are best utilized to meet their unique recruiting needs.
Building Meaningful Relationships
We take great pride in forming long-term, trust-based relationships with our clients. Our ability to build and maintain these connections enables us to better identify, anticipate, and resolve the unique challenges our clients face. This deep commitment to our clients is a cornerstone of our success.
Our Expertise Is Different
Our team brings a wealth of strategic vision, technical recruiting expertise, and sound business judgment to every engagement. We have developed extensive knowledge in recruiting, talent acquisition, and human capital issues, particularly in the context of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Our broad experience across various industries provides us with a unique perspective on what drives business success.
Dedicated to Making A Difference
We derive great personal satisfaction from knowing our efforts make a positive impact. Whether addressing a challenging recruiting issue, solving a specific business problem, or volunteering in the community, our team is dedicated to serving others. We particularly enjoy working with companies and law firms, where our skills and values are best utilized to meet their unique recruiting needs.
Building Meaningful Relationships
We take great pride in forming long-term, trust-based relationships with our clients. Our ability to build and maintain these connections enables us to better identify, anticipate, and resolve the unique challenges our clients face. This deep commitment to our clients is a cornerstone of our success.
Our Expertise Is Different
Our team brings a wealth of strategic vision, technical recruiting expertise, and sound business judgment to every engagement. We have developed extensive knowledge in recruiting, talent acquisition, and human capital issues, particularly in the context of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Our broad experience across various industries provides us with a unique perspective on what drives business success.
Dedicated to Making A Difference
We derive great personal satisfaction from knowing our efforts make a positive impact. Whether addressing a challenging recruiting issue, solving a specific business problem, or volunteering in the community, our team is dedicated to serving others. We particularly enjoy working with companies and law firms, where our skills and values are best utilized to meet their unique recruiting needs.
Building Meaningful Relationships
We take great pride in forming long-term, trust-based relationships with our clients. Our ability to build and maintain these connections enables us to better identify, anticipate, and resolve the unique challenges our clients face. This deep commitment to our clients is a cornerstone of our success.
Our Expertise Is Different
Our team brings a wealth of strategic vision, technical recruiting expertise, and sound business judgment to every engagement. We have developed extensive knowledge in recruiting, talent acquisition, and human capital issues, particularly in the context of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Our broad experience across various industries provides us with a unique perspective on what drives business success.
Meet Our Team

Kip Knippel
Chief Executive Officer

Stephany Day
Chief Operating Officer

Joe Buri
Principal | Executive Recruiter

Maria Alvarez
VP Of Corporate Partnerships

Kenzie Lanning
Executive Recruiter

Christian Bailey
Executive Recruiter
Meet Our Team

Kip Knippel
Chief Executive Officer

Stephany Day
Chief Operating Officer

Joe Buri
Principal | Executive Recruiter

Maria Alvarez
VP Of Corporate Partnerships

Kenzie Lanning
Executive Recruiter

Christian Bailey
Executive Recruiter
Meet Our Team

Kip Knippel
Chief Executive Officer

Stephany Day
Chief Operating Officer

Joe Buri
Principal | Executive Recruiter

Maria Alvarez
VP Of Corporate Partnerships

Kenzie Lanning
Executive Recruiter

Christian Bailey
Executive Recruiter
Our Behind-The-Scenes Team

Ezra Dragić
Growth Team Lead

Brigitte Delamarre
Growth Team Lead

Heaven Reyes
Executive Administrator
Our Behind-The-Scenes Team

Ezra Dragić
Growth Team Lead

Brigitte Delamarre
Growth Team Lead

Heaven Reyes
Executive Administrator
Our Behind-The-Scenes Team

Ezra Dragić
Growth Team Lead

Brigitte Delamarre
Growth Team Lead

Heaven Reyes
Executive Administrator
Testimonials
What our clients say:
“The candidate walked in and had instant credibility on day one. Kip Knippel understood our culture and needs and ensured our new CFO would be the dynamic player we were looking for.”
Sarah M.
Vice President of Global Human Resources
Leading Biopolymer Manufacturer
“We engaged with KIP Search to hire key executive positions in our company. The process was efficient and timely. The resources Kip Knippel and his team furnished for each candidate provided valuable insights to our hiring team.”
Brian B.
President and CEO
Public Medical Device Company
“KIP Search’s unique screening process quickly made the match and the fit has been like a glove. It’s clear that the techniques and tools developed and used by KIP Search are a step above traditional search firms.”
Beth S.
Head of Finance & Accounting
Private Family Office
“Collaborating with KIP Search on a critical executive search was an absolute delight as they showcased exceptional dedication, professionalism, and expertise throughout the entire process.”
Peter V.
Director of Human Resources
Minneapolis, MN
Testimonials
What our clients say:
“The candidate walked in and had instant credibility on day one. Kip Knippel understood our culture and needs and ensured our new CFO would be the dynamic player we were looking for.”
Sarah M.
Vice President of Global Human Resources
Leading Biopolymer Manufacturer
“We engaged with KIP Search to hire key executive positions in our company. The process was efficient and timely. The resources Kip Knippel and his team furnished for each candidate provided valuable insights to our hiring team.”
Brian B.
President and CEO
Public Medical Device Company
“KIP Search’s unique screening process quickly made the match and the fit has been like a glove. It’s clear that the techniques and tools developed and used by KIP Search are a step above traditional search firms.”
Beth S.
Head of Finance & Accounting
Private Family Office
“Collaborating with KIP Search on a critical executive search was an absolute delight as they showcased exceptional dedication, professionalism, and expertise throughout the entire process.”
Peter V.
Director of Human Resources
Minneapolis, MN
Testimonials
What our clients say:
“The candidate walked in and had instant credibility on day one. Kip Knippel understood our culture and needs and ensured our new CFO would be the dynamic player we were looking for.”
Sarah M.
Vice President of Global Human Resources
Leading Biopolymer Manufacturer
“We engaged with KIP Search to hire key executive positions in our company. The process was efficient and timely. The resources Kip Knippel and his team furnished for each candidate provided valuable insights to our hiring team.”
Brian B.
President and CEO
Public Medical Device Company
“KIP Search’s unique screening process quickly made the match and the fit has been like a glove. It’s clear that the techniques and tools developed and used by KIP Search are a step above traditional search firms.”
Beth S.
Head of Finance & Accounting
Private Family Office
“Collaborating with KIP Search on a critical executive search was an absolute delight as they showcased exceptional dedication, professionalism, and expertise throughout the entire process.”
Peter V.
Director of Human Resources
Minneapolis, MN
Frequently Asked Questions
What Industries do you specialize in?
How do you ensure candidates fit our company culture?
What sets your executive search firm services apart from other firms?
Can you help with interim or fractional services?
What is your success rate for executive placements?
Do you provide support after the placement of a candidate?
How long does the executice search process typically take?
How do you ensure confidentiality during the search process?
Frequently Asked Questions
What Industries do you specialize in?
How do you ensure candidates fit our company culture?
What sets your executive search firm services apart from other firms?
Can you help with interim or fractional services?
What is your success rate for executive placements?
Do you provide support after the placement of a candidate?
How long does the executice search process typically take?
How do you ensure confidentiality during the search process?
Frequently Asked Questions
What Industries do you specialize in?
How do you ensure candidates fit our company culture?
What sets your executive search firm services apart from other firms?
Can you help with interim or fractional services?
What is your success rate for executive placements?
Do you provide support after the placement of a candidate?
How long does the executice search process typically take?
How do you ensure confidentiality during the search process?
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