Rutherford International operates through four core entities: Rutherford and Company, Talent Marketplace, Talent On-Demand Clearinghouse and RutherfordINTEL. Together, these entities form a cohesive ecosystem dedicated to identifying, cultivating and promoting exceptional talent.
By seamlessly complementing one another, these entities foster professional growth by connecting individuals with influential leaders, visionaries, mentors, and coaches, empowering them to achieve their full potential.
Expert executive search services for C-suite and board roles, enhanced by advanced predictive performance analytics and comprehensive leadership assessments.
Talent Marketplace
Career management services for high-performing professionals across 16 key industries, worldwide.
Talent On-Demand
A clearinghouse for independent management consultants, fractional executives and operational turnaround specialists who are seeking short and long term projects.
RutherfordINTEL
The platform combines leadership and personality assessments with an online community hub, bringing together like-minded professionals to share knowledge and foster career growth.
Our divisions work seamlessly together to create a unified ecosystem that links exceptional talent with forward-thinking organizations. By blending referral networks, industry expertise, behavioral science, and AI-driven insights, we identify candidates with the potential to consistently surpass employer expectations—80% of the time..
Specialized recruitment for top-tier executive positions with precision matching based on advanced analytics and proven methodologies.
Family Office Transitions
Expert leadership assessments for family businesses navigating generational changes, ensuring smooth succession and continued prosperity.
Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition
Strategic partnerships with young entrepreneurs to revitalize existing businesses, offering a safer path to business ownership with a 90% success rate.
Real Estate Expertise
Thirty years of commercial real estate executive search experience, connecting entrepreneurial talent to capital resources for strategic ventures.
Our advanced analytics ensure precise talent evaluation, creating perfect alignment between exceptional candidates and transformative opportunities. We leverage global trends and methodologies to deliver organizational solutions that drive sustainable growth.
Members are 48% more productive and 25% more profitable
Consistent Excellence
Meet or exceed employer expectations 80% of the time
Network Monetization
Earn through our ReferralNET affiliate program
Top Quartile Talent
Members rank in the top quartile of functional peers
The Talent Marketplace revolutionizes career advancement with cutting-edge technology and expert guidance. Members gain access to the hidden job market, outmaneuver competition, and connect with opportunities in 11 key industries from Commercial Real Estate to Life Sciences.
Commercial & Retail Real Estate, Planned Lifestyle & Resort Communities, P3, Airports, Infrastructure & Civil Construction
Financial Services
Investment Advisory & Institutional Fund Management, Private Equity Investment
Technology & Science
Life Sciences & Bio/Nanotech, Nuclear, Cleantech & Data Centers
Business Operations
International Trade & Logistics, Business Continuity & Corporate Security, Retailers, Integrated FM & Corporate Real Estate
Our industry specialization ensures that both talent and employers benefit from sector-specific expertise. We cultivate deep networks within each industry, providing unique insights and connections that generic platforms simply cannot match.
Access a curated pool of top-tier professionals—"a haystack made entirely of needles"—with candidates who are 48% more productive and 25% more profitable than their average peer.
Exclusive Posting Privileges
Post up to five active job openings and receive two Selection & Hiring Reports for externally sourced candidates each month.
Guaranteed Results
Receive at least one high-potential candidate per job post, with Marketplace members who meet or exceed employer expectations 80% of the time
Consultant Access
Connect with experienced independent management consultants, fractional executives, and Board-ready directors through our RFQ/RFP system
Corporate membership provides your in-house recruiters with data-driven insights and access to our exclusive job board, where they can discover active job seekers and build strong talent pipelines for future hiring needs.
Understand your authentic leadership style through behavioral science insights
Development
Receive personalized career plans that celebrate your unique strengths
Advancement
Access influential communities and exclusive referral channels
Connection
Join like-minded professionals for collaboration and mentorship
RutherfordINTEL's performance research supports Global 2000 companies, sports agencies, career seekers, graduates, and transitioning military personnel to maximize their potential through personality & behavioural science-backed assessments. Our predictive accuracy for correlating personality to on-the-job performance is 85%.
Personality types: Process, Inventive, Responsible types are focused on execution, efficiency and tangible results.
Interpersonal
Personality types: Altruist, Social, Individualists excel in communication, relationship building, and social dynamics
Intellectual
Personality types: Imaginative, Insightful, Analytics are driven by analysis, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking
Leadership
Personality types: Opportunist, Holistic, Results-Driven are naturally suited to vision-setting, decision-making, and guiding others
Understanding your inherent strengths within these twelve foundational personality types allows you to focus your talents for greater professional impact. Membership provides access to community channels aligned with your personality type for support and knowledge exchange.
Join personality-aligned groups to exchange knowledge, solve challenges, and receive support from like-minded professionals who understand your unique perspective.
Talent Marketplace Access
Qualify for exclusive career opportunities, personalized advisory services, and direct connections to client members seeking your specific talent profile.
Worklife Health & Wellness
Benefit from a holistic approach to well-being with communities that align with your personality, understand your struggles, and support your health goals.
Beyond self-awareness, our channels facilitate connections with professionals who think like you, sparking collaboration, mentorship, and opportunities. Stay ahead of industry trends with exclusive alerts and cutting-edge professional development insights customized to your profile.
Complete the RutherfordINTEL Assessment to discover your authentic personality type & leadership style
Gain Insights
Receive personalized analysis highlighting your strengths, growth areas, and untapped potential
Connect With Us
Our dedicated team will discuss your aspirations and outline a tailored strategy for your professional ascent
At Rutherford International, profound self-understanding is the foundation for enduring professional success. Our comprehensive services provide clarity about your capabilities and potential, propelling you toward achievements you may have previously thought unattainable. Contact us to begin your journey.