About Heads Apart
Heads Apart Group is a boutique retained executive search firm specializing in go-to-market leadership for SaaS, AI, Digital Media, Advanced Technology, and private equity-backed growth companies.
We partner with founders, CEOs, CHROs, boards, and investors to recruit exceptional CROs, CCOs, CGOs, CMOs, SVPs, VPs, and other senior commercial leaders who can accelerate revenue, scale organizations, and create lasting enterprise value.
High Touch Meets High Tech
We believe exceptional executive search begins with exceptional relationships.
Our Relationship-Based Recruiting™ approach combines AI-supported market intelligence with deep executive relationships and high-touch search execution. Rather than relying on job boards or active applicants, we map the market and engage accomplished leaders—including executives who may not be actively considering their next opportunity.
Every search is built around more than a job description. We work closely with our clients to understand the business strategy, growth objectives, leadership mandate, culture, and outcomes the executive will be expected to deliver.
Built by an Operator
Heads Apart was founded in 2012 by former Microsoft executive Gary Bembridge, bringing an operator's perspective to executive search.
Before becoming a recruiter, Gary spent more than 25 years building and leading revenue organizations. At Microsoft, he helped build the company's digital advertising business and an early national sales organization, contributing to revenue growth from approximately $8.5 million to more than $160 million.
That experience shapes how we evaluate executives today. We understand firsthand that the right GTM leader isn't simply a hire—they can fundamentally change the trajectory of a business.
Heads Apart is proud to be one of only a few a Black-owned retained executive search firms in North America. We believe in diversity and inclusion, while our mandate remains clear: identify and deliver the most carefully vetted and qualified leaders for each client’s business, culture, and growth objectives.
Why Clients Choose Heads Apart
GTM Specialization
Focused on the executives responsible for revenue, growth, marketing, sales, and commercial strategy.
Relationship-Based Recruiting™
Deep executive relationships help us reach accomplished leaders who are often not accessible through traditional recruiting channels.
Operator Perspective
We have built and scaled commercial organizations ourselves, giving us firsthand understanding of what successful GTM leadership requires.
Boutique Execution
We take on fewer searches so every client receives senior-level attention, responsiveness, discretion, and direct involvement throughout the engagement.
Our Promise
Hiring a senior executive is one of the most consequential decisions a company makes. We approach every search with the rigor, confidentiality, urgency, and personal attention expected of a trusted advisor.