2. The Horton International Advantage
Horton International, is a top tier global executive search
and management consulting firm which was established in
Connecticut, USA in 1978.
With more than 40 offices in the Americas, Europe, Middle East
and Asia-Pacific, Horton International has the global resources
and local-market expertise to help you realize your competitive
advantages through solutions that are adapted to your unique
needs.
We provide outstanding consulting solutions that help
organizations achieve their strategic objectives. Our executive
search services are exacting, timely and highly effective, and are
specifically designed to help clients achieve their business goals.
Horton International serves clients with honesty and
professionalism, and we are committed to maintaining the highest
standard of integrity, business ethics and confidentiality.
We offer reliable, effective solutions to recruiting and resourcing
challenges for a diverse range of organizations, from small,
privately held start-ups to Global 2000 corporations
3. The Horton International Advantage
International Leadership + Outstanding Process = Client Success
Global in our standards
of excellence, local in
understanding our client
needs
Over 60% of our
business globally
represents repeat
clients
Original research for
every assignment
Frequent open
communications
and status reports
We are a mid-size
search firm with
limited off-limits
restrictions
We provide our clients
a large international
network, yet we operate
like a boutique
Our Managing Partners
have extensive senior
industry leadership
experience
We stand behind our
work with a replacement
guarantee
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4. How We Differentiate Ourselves
Typical Success
Based Search Model
Horton International’s
Retained Search Model
We have an Advisory Board
(C-Level and Industry/Market expertise)
Senior Consultants / Partners work
on all our engagements
We spend more time per engagement
We are able to have more successful
placements per engagement
Many engagements.
Less time per engagement
Senior consultants only involved
during business development. Most
work done by Juniors / Researchers
Lower conversion of
engagements to placements
Engagement 1
2 successful placements
10 Engagements may result in
2 successful placements
Engagement 2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
5. Horton Executive Search Coverage
Our Minimum Fee per engagement -
$40k
Mid Management
Senior Management
Juniors
Board
CEO
C Level
Head of Business
Mid management
Independent
Board
OUR AREA OF EXPERTISE
6. A Disciplined Process Ensures We
Meet Our Client’s Expectations
Initial Consultation
Payment Structure: 30% of fees | Initial Consultation, Market Mapping and Long list
Search Plan Development
Research/Identification
of Target Companies and
Individuals
Client Review of Targeted
Companies and Individuals
Initial Candidate Contact
and Screening
Define client’s strategic
direction, business goals,
cultural nuances, history,
challenges and structure
Establish schedule
and progress reviews,
incorporate client
recommendations and
overall strategy
Develop a market map
and perform detailed
research on targeted
companies Assessment and feedback on search
strategy and candidate development.
Client review and comments on targets.
Detailed candidate
profiling
Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 3
Phase 4
Phase 5
How We Do It
7. How We Do It
A Disciplined Process Ensures We
Meet Our Client’s Expectations
Consultant Evaluation of
Selected Candidates
Short List: 30% | Selection, Client Interviews
Client Interviews with
Selected Candidates
Search Completion Process
Offer and Acceptance
Conduct personal
interviews with those
select candidates most
likely to succeed in the
position
Present final candidate
profile to client with
detailed resumes and
interview comments
Select and recruit
preferred candidate(s) Post-search client feedback
Phase 6
Phase 7
Phase 8 First Year
Follow-up
(optional)
Offer: Balance 40%
8. Our Consulting Offering
HR Strategy Succession Planning
Engagement Surveys Mentoring/Coaching
Performance Management
Post Merger Integration
Pre Acquisition Due Diligence
Organization Structure
Design /Redesign
In-House/External
Training Programs
We work with our clients to find solutions to
three key questions facing an organization
(a) Where are we now?
(b) Where do we want to be? and
(c) How do we get there?
This process involves introducing initiatives
to enhance efficiencies and develop
existing talent such as performance
management, succession planning,
mentoring, coaching and training.
9. Partner Profile
Industry Expertise
Construction, Engineering
Energy, Utilities & Resources
Real Estate
Industrial
Manufacturing
Financial Services
Functional Expertise
Executive, Board
Appointments
C-Level and General
Management
Human Resources
Consulting
Finance
Languages Spoken
Arabic, English
Office
231 Orchid Dream Tower 1,
Building 474, Road 1010,
Block 410, Manama;
Kingdom of Bahrain
Tel. +973 17002566, +973 13308800
Mobile: +973 38888077, +966 549600008
Email: mubarak@hortoninternational.com
Hazem has over 20 years experience with blue chip regional institutions and
extensive relationships with business leaders and C level executives in corporates
across the GCC
Prior to his current role, Hazem was the CEO of GIB Housing Developers Fund and
Head of Asset Management of GIB Capital. He was also the Chief Operating Officer
at MAALEM Holding where he was responsible for managing the human resource
function for the organisation.
His other engagements include senior roles at Investcorp and Arcapita.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from King Fahd University of
Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Hazem Al Sheikh Mubarak
Managing Partner,
Middle East
10. Partner Profile
Maneesh has over 20 years experience working across North America, Europe, Middle East
and Asia. He has worked with companies in a variety of industry sectors and has spent over 10
years in the GCC helping regional companies enhance shareholder value.
Most recently Maneesh was the Head of Private Equity at Gulf International Bank managing an
investment portfolio spread across energy, industrial manufacturing, building materials, retail and
transportation.
Maneesh’s prior experiences include roles with KPMG, Credit Suisse and Tata Steel.
Education
MBA from the London Business School
Member of Institute of Cost and Management Accountants, India
Industry Expertise
Industrial, Manufacturing
Utilities, Energy & Resources
Transportation
Basic Materials
Financial Services
Functional Expertise
Executive, Board
Appointments
C-Level and General
Management
Human Resources
Manufacturing
Consulting
Finance
Languages Spoken
English
Office
231 Orchid Dream Tower 1,
Building 474, Road 1010,
Block 410, Manama;
Kingdom of Bahrain
Tel. +97317002566, +973 13312566
Mobile +97339901462, +966 555631688
Email: ajmani@hortoninternational.com
Maneesh Ajmani
Managing Partner,
Middle East
11. Global Presence
Americas
Mexico
Argentina
Chile
United States
Asia Pacific
Australia
Bahrain
China
India
Japan
Philippines
Laos
Singapore
Thailand
Vietnam
Europe
Belgium
Czech Republic
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Italy
Netherlands
Poland
Norway
Russia
Spain
Sweden
United Kingdom
With more than 40 offices in
the Americas, Europe/ Middle
East / Africa and Asia- Pacific,
Horton International is dedicated
to helping you attract, develop
and retain the most qualified
professionals.
