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Who We Are
We Make life-changing placements.

We are Biotech, Healthcare, and Life Sciences
Executive Search Experts. Committed to
excellence,we guarantee your organization
thrives with innovative leadership solutions.

Our statistics speak for themselves:
Of Placements Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Retention Rate Of 5 Or More Years
Project Success Record
our core Industries
Delivering Impactful Leaders Across a Diverse Spectrum
Biotech / Biopharma
Cell Therapy / Genomics
Diagnostics
Emerging Tech
Healthcare
Immunology
Life Sciences
Medical Devices
Oncology
Pharmaceuticals
The Bench Difference
We make life-changing placements so our clients can change lives!®
EXECUTIVE SEARCH
We connect you with top talent. Our deep industry network and proven track record ensure you find the right fit for your leadership needs.
BOARD SERVICES
Building impactful boards that drive results. We create diverse, high-performing boards proven to increase company performance.
TALENT MAPPING
Identify the optimal talent pool to achieve your goals. Our customized Talent Maps pinpoint the ideal candidates to propel your strategic initiatives.
GAP ANALYSIS
Future-proof your organization. We identify and address your current challenges while creating a strategic roadmap for success.
Interim Talent
Access a network of highly skilled professionals to fill critical leadership roles and spearhead strategic initiatives, while maintaining the agility to adapt to your evolving requirements.
Our Services
Lead the future with the most experienced woman-owned search firm.
Executive Search

Bench is the longest-serving, most comprehensive, robust, and global Biotech and Life Sciences executive search firm.

Talent Mapping

Identify and bridge the gap to uncover your team’s strengths and hidden potential through talent mapping and targeted gap analysis.

Board Services

From board composition and committee structure to director development and performance, we offer a comprehensive suite of services to optimize your board’s effectiveness.

Interim Talent

Access a network of highly skilled professionals to fill critical leadership roles and spearhead strategic initiatives, while maintaining the agility to adapt to your evolving requirements.

Bank of Women

Bank of Women® 1500+ READY-NOW WOMEN LEADERS for Management, C-Suite, and Board Positions

Check Our Recent News
Bench executive search delivers transformational executive
talent to Biotech and Life Sciences companies of all sizes.
Trust Bench’s proven track record.
Bringing 50 years of global executive search expertise
to drive your success.
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David Miller

I highly recommend Bench International to any company looking for a top-notch executive search firm. They are a results-oriented firm that is committed to finding the best candidates, regardless of gender. They were a pleasure to work with, and I would definitely use them again in the future.

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Lisa Brown

Bench International was a breath of fresh air in the executive search world. They are a women-owned firm that understands the unique challenges that women face in the workplace. They were incredibly helpful in finding me a new position that was a great fit for my skills and experience.

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Jeniffer Burns

They have a long history of success in the life sciences and healthcare sectors, and they have a proven track record of placing highly qualified candidates in top positions.

Our Core Minds
Bench is the untraditional Retained Executive Search
firm solely focusing its commitment completely
on the Client and the patients they serve.
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Denise (DeeDee) DeMan
Founder, Chairman & CEO and Chair, DE&I
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J. Christopher Giffin
President & Chief Operating Officer
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Cheryl Daniels
CFO and ChiefHuman Resources Officer
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Kathrine Pierson
Senior Vice President, Recruitment
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Natasha Allen
Global Senior Vice President and UK & Europe Region Head
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Linda Sierra
Senior Vice President, BD and Co-Chair DE&I
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Astar Lambert
VP, Strategic Business Operations
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Ashley Finney
Senior Vice President, Recruitment