Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC)
Cornerstone International Group is a member of the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) (https://www.aesc.org/). This global body has members in 70+ countries – retained search firms who must adhere to a strict code of conduct to be accepted as members.
Since 1959, the Association has set the quality standard for the executive search and leadership consulting profession. Its members are the leaders in executive talent and leadership advisory solutions.
They find, place and develop more than 100,000 executives each year in board and C-level positions for the world’s leading organizations of all types and sizes.
When working with us, as an AESC Member, you are assured of a partner who will:
- Vet candidates to rigorous quality standards.
- Anticipate future trends in global executive talent.
- Deliver a range of solutions, from executive search to succession planning, designed for top performing companies in a high-speed, high-stakes world.
- Help you minimize risk by providing confidence, credibility and security.
Clients must be diligent in choosing a consultant. The problem they face is how to assess which consulting firms are ethical, experienced, and committed to excellence.
Our membership in AESC gives you confidence when making that selection.
International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC)
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) (https://ishc.com/) is the world’s leading professional association for senior hospitality consultants and industry experts. Founded in 1988, it was created to promote the advancement, credibility, and high ethical standards of hospitality consulting worldwide.
ISHC’s mission is to be the pre-eminent global resource for hospitality expertise — bringing together senior practitioners across disciplines to share knowledge, elevate professional practice, and support the strategic growth of the industry.
ISHC is a by-invitation-only organisation composed of experienced professionals who are widely recognised as leaders in their fields. Membership is extended only to individuals whose primary role is hospitality consulting and whose reputation, skills, and judgment reflect the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
International Coaching Federation (ICF)
Many call themselves coaches. But Cornerstone has set high standards for those we engage as coaches. All Cornerstone’s coaches are accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF). They are professionals who have met stringent education and experience requirements and have demonstrated a thorough understanding of the coaching competencies.
ICF’s coaching definition of “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential” is deeply anchored in Cornerstone’s Coaches.
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) (https://coachingfederation.org/) is the world’s largest organization, leading the global advancement of the coaching profession and fostering coaching’s role as an integral part of a thriving society.
All Cornerstone executive coaches have ICF accreditations or its equivalences – Which means Cornerstone has confidence in our coaching processes
The Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Career Coaches
The Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Career Coaches (PARWCC) (https://parwcc.com/) is one of the most respected global professional bodies dedicated to advancing excellence in résumé writing, career coaching, and talent development. Founded in 1990, PARWCC champions best practices, ethical standards, and professional growth for practitioners who help people succeed in today’s complex job markets.
The Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW) — widely recognised as the industry standard certification for résumé writing professionals. It signals mastery in résumé structure, strategy, storytelling and document design — skills that are foundational for helping job seekers stand out to employers in competitive markets.
EMCC Global
The EMCC Global (formerly the European Mentoring and Coaching Council) (https://emccglobal.org/) is a leading international professional body dedicated to advancing excellence in coaching, mentoring, and supervision worldwide.
EMCC’s work centres on developing and promoting best practices, ethical standards, and robust professional frameworks so that coaching and mentoring deliver real, measurable value to individuals, organisations and society at large.
For organisations and leaders alike, EMCC accreditation signals trust, professionalism and alignment with global best practice, which can be particularly important in executive coaching, leadership development, and talent transformation work.
