Cornerstone Recognised Among the Top 40 Global Executive Search Firms in Hunt Scanlon 2026

We are proud to share that Cornerstone International Group has been recognised among the Top 40 Global Executive Search Firms in Hunt Scanlon’s 2026 global listing — one of the most respected industry benchmarks for executive search worldwide.

This recognition is a reflection of the trust our clients place in us, the strength of our partnerships across markets, and the dedication of every colleague across our offices. It is also an acknowledgement of what the Cornerstone network has built together over more than three decades — a globally connected practice with deep local expertise on the ground in the markets that matter to our clients.

What this listing represents

Hunt Scanlon’s Global 40 ranks the world’s leading executive search firms by global reach, sector specialisation, and the calibre of leadership placements they deliver for their clients. Inclusion is a marker of consistent performance across geographies and a track record of placing leaders who go on to shape the organisations they join.

For Cornerstone, that means the work we do with hospitality groups, hotel investors, lifestyle brands, and the broader travel and leisure ecosystem is being measured against — and judged alongside — the most established names in the industry.

From local relationships to the global stage

The thing we hear most often from our clients is that our value is in pairing global reach with the kind of attention more typical of a boutique firm. We’ve written previously about the trade-offs in choosing between boutique and large executive search firms, and recognition like this one is a useful reminder that the two need not be mutually exclusive.

Across the network we are continuing to invest in the parts of the business where leadership decisions move the needle hardest — including our hospitality, travel, and leisure practice. The opening of our new office in Frankfurt earlier this year, and the appointment of a global hospitality, travel and leisure practice leader, were both moves in that direction.

What’s next

Our focus from here is the same as it has been: helping organisations identify transformative leaders who drive long-term business value. That means deepening our sector expertise where it matters, investing in the next generation of consultants across our offices, and continuing to evolve as the leadership landscape changes around our clients.

To everyone — our clients, candidates, partners, and colleagues across the network — thank you for being part of this. Recognition is welcome, but the work continues.

The full Hunt Scanlon Global 40 listing is available on the Hunt Scanlon website.