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AESC Welcomes AIMS International into its Global Membership of Leading Executive Search and Leadership Consulting Firms

The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), the global professional association representing excellence in executive search and leadership advisory, is pleased to welcome AIMS International into its global membership. The firm’s acceptance follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure quality standards and alignment with the AESC Code of Professional Practice.        

“AESC is proud to welcome AIMS International,” said AESC President and CEO Karen Greenbaum. “The firm shares our commitment to high-quality standards, and we look forward to working with them as we strengthen leadership together.”      

Since its establishment in 1992, AIMS International has evolved into a globally recognized leader in executive search and leadership solutions. With a network that encompasses over 350 partners and consultants in more than 70 countries, the organization is strategically poised to offer transformative solutions to businesses of all magnitudes. 

AIMS International's core services encompass Executive Search, using a multi-level approach tailored to diverse markets; Leadership Development & Talent Management, aimed at creating visionary and agile teams; and Board Services, to help enhance board performance and succession planning. 

The firm’s industry-specific expertise covers various sectors such as Automotive and Mobility, Financial and Professional Services, Consumer, Life Sciences, Energy and Natural Resources, Industrial, and Media and Technology. 

A defining feature of AIMS International is its bespoke, partner-led approach to each project, ensuring consultants are deeply engaged in every aspect of their assignments. This approach, combined with the firm's extensive global reach and local insights, cements AIMS International as a trusted partner in shaping leadership across diverse business landscapes worldwide. 

AIMS International President Dimitris Kleftakis commented, “Joining the ranks of AESC's prestigious membership reaffirms our relentless pursuit of quality and innovation in executive search and leadership consulting. This partnership not only recognizes our organization's longstanding commitment to excellence but also positions us at the forefront of industry innovation. We look forward to working with AESC and its members to continue redefining leadership and organizational development standards.” 

About AESC  

Since 1959, AESC has set the quality standards for the executive search and leadership consulting profession. AESC Members represent 16,000+ trusted professionals in 1,200+ offices, spanning 70+ countries. AESC Members are recognized experts providing consulting services in the areas of leaders, teams and culture to the world’s leading organizations. They leverage their access and expertise to place more than 100,000 executives each year in board of directors and C-level positions across industry sectors. Dedicated to strengthening leadership together, AESC and its members share a deep commitment to the highest quality standards in executive search and leadership consulting—for the benefit of clients and the profession. We Shape. Connect. Educate. Innovate. Learn more about us at aesc.org. For AESC’s career services, visit bluesteps.com.