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Consumer Products

Leadership search for CPG, retail, hospitality, and consumer-facing businesses.

125+

Consumer sector searches

35+

CMO/CDO placements

20+

Retail CEO placements

Consumer businesses face major disruption: shifting consumer preferences, e-commerce evolution, and new competitive dynamics. Harvard Group International's consumer practice serves CPG companies, retailers, hospitality organizations, and other consumer-facing businesses.

Our consumer team includes consultants with backgrounds in consumer marketing and retail operations who know the unique demands of consumer businesses. We have deep relationships with marketing executives, digital leaders, and operators across consumer industries.

We have particular expertise in placing CMOs, Chief Digital Officers, and other marketing and digital leadership roles. We see how technology is reshaping consumer businesses and identify leaders who can drive digital change while maintaining brand equity and customer relationships.

Our Expertise

  • Consumer packaged goods
  • Retail (specialty, grocery, mass)
  • Hospitality and restaurants
  • Food and beverage
  • Apparel and footwear
  • Direct-to-consumer brands
Industry Challenges

Leadership Challenges We Address

1

E-commerce disruption and omnichannel transformation

2

Changing consumer preferences and behaviors

3

Supply chain complexity and resilience

4

Private label and DTC competition

5

Sustainability and ESG expectations

Discuss Your Consumer Products Search

Our consumer products practice leaders are ready to help you find exceptional talent.