Why ADK Executive Search?
Unique Specialization
We provide executive searches for airport management only. We fully understand the needs of our clients. We have the "know how" to find and place the "best fit" candidates for the vacancies being filled.
Training and Experience in Recruiting and Retention
We use time-tested search methods, proven assessment techniques and skill set interviews to identify top caliber candidates.
Extensive Network
We have developed an extensive, national contact network of airport executives and staff who are potential candidates or points of contact to help identify potential candidates.
Client Input
Active participation by the client is paramount to a successful executive search and ADK encourages input and dialog with our client. Although there are many similarities in every search, there are unique differences that reflect the history as well as current needs and strategic vision of our client.
Reputation
Impeccable references, personal and professional, point to our success in finding the best candidates for a vacancy while conducting our business in the most professional way possible.
Professionalism
ADK has the knowledge, experience, and understanding to perform the search for your new executive. We exhibit the highest level of integrity and confidentiality for our clients as well as the candidates. Above all, our commitment to quality governs everything we do.
Fee Structure
We know what it costs to do a search and we charge accordingly. Our philosophy is simple...to provide outstanding service at a fair price and to have satisfied clients who will want to continue a working relationship and happily refer our services to their associates in the industry.
Client Input and Communication
Active participation by the client is paramount to a successful executive search and ADK encourages continued input and dialog with our client.
Process
Developing a qualified, talented candidate pool is one of the most important aspects of the search process. We have extensive knowledge of the airport community and maintain continued contacts with leadership in this industry. We have a top quality screening process that is careful, thorough, and thoughtful. We encourage you to contact our clients as well as the candidates we have placed.
Boutique vs. Global
We see many advantages for our clients in being a boutique firm. Because we specialize exclusively in airport management, we are focused entirely on our airport clients.
Specialized Assessment Tools
ADK works closely with an internationally known company that provides a comprehensive array of employee assessment tools used to select the best candidates, help top executives lead, coach, and motivate effectively, and help all employees direct their efforts to achieve greater productivity and profitablility. We measure the core competencies, behavior traits and interests that make up the Total Person' which is an extremely important feature in finding the "best fit" for the position.
Guarantee and Client Satisfaction
We stand behind our work with a powerful, but remarkably simple guarantee. Should a candidate leave or be terminated with cause within the first year of the completion of the search, we will recruit another candidate for no additional professional service fee.