About Martha
Background
Martha Papsin is a seasoned executive search research specialist with over two decades of experience in the recruitment industry. Her journey began in Toronto, where she honed her skills at three boutique search firms, developing a keen eye for talent across diverse sectors. Martha’s educational background includes a Masters degree from York University and advanced HR training from the Rotman School of Management. What truly sets her apart is her dedication to delivering personalized, high-quality service to each client, ensuring their unique needs are met with precision and care. Martha’s mission is simple: to connect organizations with the executive talent that will shape their future success. Her track record speaks for itself, with countless clients across North America benefiting from her expertise and dedication.
Why Hire an Experienced Executive Search Specialist?
I’m Martha Papsin, bringing 20+ years of expertise to deliver fast, precise, and high-quality research and recruitment to Boutique firms, Sole Practitioners, Leadership Teams, Boards, and HR departments across North America.
Who I Serve & How I Help:
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Boutique Firms & Sole Practitioners: Quick, thorough candidate research
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Leadership Teams & Boards: Strategic insights and research for critical hires
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HR Departments: Curated shortlists to streamline your process
When You Need Me:
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Niche or urgent role
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Confidential searches
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Cross-border (US-Canada) recruitment
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High-stakes C-suite positions
Partner with me for tailored, efficient solutions that secure the leaders you need.
Services
Specialized Executive Search Research Services
Senior-Level Research:
With over 20 years of experience, I pinpoint Director, Vice President, and C-Suite talent across diverse industries—human resources, finance, IT, retail, real estate, insurance, private equity, logistics, and legal—in US and in Canada. My research leverages extensive networks and market insights to identify the best passive and active candidates.
Search Strategy and Client Management:
Collaborating with clients to define job specifications, then crafting tailored recruitment plans targeting specific industries, competitors, or regions—to find the best fit. Scheduling consistent updates calls with clients to report on search progress, candidate pipelines, and any adjustments needed, fostering transparency.
Outreach and Engagement:
Leveraging my research expertise to pinpoint passive and active candidates using LinkedIn, industry directories, and competitor insights, ensuring outreach aligns with client needs across all sectors. Engaging candidates through LinkedIn, email, and—if viable—phone calls, adapting to their preferred communication style to maximize response rates.
Candidate Profiles & Assessments:
My process includes behavioral interviewing, presenting clients with comprehensive candidate assessments, executive biographies, compensation breakdowns, and career motivations—all delivered with unmatched speed and accuracy. Clients receive a full market landscape of targeted candidates to inform their decisions.
End-to-End Support:
As a Trusted Partner, assisting with offer negotiations, resignations, and conducting reference checks to help ensure a smooth process. Post-hire, ensuring candidate success and client satisfaction are met.
The Process
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Project Initiation
We start with a launch call to define your needs, set the search strategy, and identify target companies. I begin in-depth research to map the market. (Fee: 1/3 of the fixed fee project, due upon project start)
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Candidate Shortlist Presentation
Following extensive outreach efforts, I present a curated shortlist of 4-6 top-tier candidates, complete with detailed profiles, assessments, and market insights for review. (Fee: 1/3 of project fee, due upon shortlist delivery)
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Final Placement
Fee: 1/3 of project fee, due upon successful placement of the successful candidate
