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Francis & Associates is an executive search firm headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, recognized for a personal, relationship-driven approach to hiring senior leaders who make a measurable impact. Founded in 1983 by Managing Partner Dwaine Francis and led by President Karen Novak Swalwell, the firm is intentionally small and selective, limiting concurrent assignments to deliver meticulous attention, tailored service, and lasting client partnerships. With more than 650 completed senior-level searches and over 75% of work coming from repeat clients, Francis & Associates has a track record built on trust, rigor, and results. The practice focuses exclusively on executive and upper-management roles across a wide range of industries and functions, including CEOs, COOs, Presidents, Vice Presidents, and General Managers; finance and information systems leadership such as CFO, CTO, and CIO; human resources leaders covering compensation and benefits; legal executives including General Counsel and patent specialists; and science and technology leadership such as R&D heads, senior formulation scientists, and development directors. The team is well known for expertly guiding corporate and non-profit boards through CEO and critical leadership selections, reducing hiring risk and ensuring cultural alignment through disciplined research, targeted outreach, thorough assessment, and transparent counsel. Their experience spans manufacturing and engineering, technology, and life sciences, including long-standing partnerships with chemical and industrial organizations, which gives them nuanced market insight and the ability to attract proven, high-caliber talent. Grounded in the belief that hiring is human, Francis & Associates invests deeply in understanding each clients strategy, culture, and context while honoring candidate motivations and career trajectories to achieve durable, mutual fits. Whether executing a full executive search mandate or delivering targeted, project-based talent initiatives, the firm blends seasoned judgment with Midwestern integrity to help organizations secure leaders who elevate performance and stand the test of time.
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