Board Search and Advisory Services Guiding Principles

Members of the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) are committed to the highest standards of excellence. This is true whether they are part of the largest firms in the world, regional boutique firms, or members of global networks. As the voice of excellence for the profession, AESC has developed Board Search and Advisory Services Guiding Principles to ensure that top executive search and leadership consultants meet the highest professional standards and to provide assurance to clients of the value of selecting a firm that has committed to these standards.

These Board Search and Advisory Services Guiding Principles provide clarity around this important body of work as AESC members strive every day to be trusted advisors to their clients. The following guide includes information on:

• Diversity and Boards

• Board Composition Strategy

• Board Search

• Board Advisory Services

• Building Board Executive Search and Advisory Capability