Journey to Results
Andy Miller launches BrainWorks
Andy Miller starts BrainWorks with a focused mission: delivering executive search solutions exclusively for the consumer products industry.
50-person search completed for Midwest consumer electronics firm
BrainWorks successfully completes a 50-person recruiting initiative for a major Midwest-based consumer electronics company, demonstrating the firm’s ability to execute complex, high-volume talent engagements early in its growth.
BW is incorporated
BrainWorks is formally incorporated with a clear mission: “helping our clients dominate the competition.”
Talent Acquisition (TAP) & Talent Evaluation (TEP) Processes are introduced
BrainWorks develops Talent Acquisition Process (TAP), an executive search methodology designed to efficiently identify, evaluate, and place top-tier talent. It emphasizes planning, transparency, and deep market expertise to accelerate hiring, working alongside the Talent Evaluation Process (TEP) to ensure high-quality, efficient, and consistent candidate vetting.
15 senior leaders placed for $1.5B consumer electronics firm
BrainWorks completes a large-scale executive search, placing 15 senior-level marketing and sales leaders for a $1.5B consumer electronics company.
BrainWorks invited to join The Pinnacle Society
BrainWorks is invited to join The Pinnacle Society, a prestigious collective representing the highest level of excellence in executive search. Membership is reserved for elite recruiters recognized for unmatched expertise, performance, and deep specialization, placing BrainWorks among the most accomplished in the industry.
10+ major executive search engagements completed
BrainWorks successfully completes four major recruiting projects (10+ hiring engagements), including for a $5B multi-channel retailer, a $1B national retailer, a leading digital marketing and analytics consulting firm, and the world’s top athletic products company—demonstrating the firm’s ability to deliver at scale for complex, high-growth organizations.
Jon & Steve Levitt join BW
Jon Levitt joins BrainWorks as Chief Strategy Officer, bringing a unique background that includes executive coaching and early career experience as a placement officer with the Academy of Professional Development. His perspective strengthens BrainWorks’ consultative approach to leadership and long-term talent strategy. Steve Levitt joins BrainWorks as Chief Information Officer, elevating the firm’s technology, systems, and data infrastructure. Together, their leadership enhances BrainWorks’ strategic depth, operational excellence, and ability to deliver smarter, more scalable solutions for clients.
BrainWorks adds Interim services to its capabilities
Bowen Knarr joins BrainWorks as National Practice Leader for Interim Services, marking an expanded commitment to Interim and project-based talent solutions. This addition enables BrainWorks to provide clients with greater flexibility, speed, and expertise across critical accounting and finance needs.
Guy Gomis promoted to SVP
After nearly 30 years of service to BrainWorks and its clients, Guy Gomis is promoted to Senior Vice President. Since joining the firm in 1995 and founding the CRM, Analytics & Data Science practice, Guy has played a pivotal role in delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that elevate client outcomes.
Todd Shiner promoted to VP
A consistent top performer and respected leader, Todd Shiner, Accounting & Finance National Practice Leader, is promoted to Vice President. His advancement reflects a strong track record of delivering high-impact talent solutions and trusted advisory support to clients navigating complex financial leadership needs.
Recognized in Hunt Scanlon’s Top 50
BrainWorks is recognized by Hunt Scanlon as one of the Top 50 Executive Search Firms in the Americas for Private Equity, highlighting the firm’s exceptional service and results-driven approach in PE-backed environments.
5x top line revenue growth
BrainWorks achieves 5x revenue growth in five years by following its core strategy of delivering quality, speed, and results.
Kelly Maslow & Bowen Knarr promoted to VP
Following multiple years as top producers and trusted leaders, Kelly Maslow and Bowen Knarr are promoted to Vice President. Kelly leads the Sales & Marketing practice, while Bowen leads the Interim Accounting & Finance practice. Their promotions reinforce BrainWorks’ commitment to providing clients with senior-level insight, strategic partnership, and experienced leadership on every engagement.
Jordan Kaliher promoted to CPG Practice Leader
After more than three decades since BrainWorks’ founding, Jordan Kaliher takes over the firm’s original CPG practice, succeeding founder Andy Miller. Her promotion reflects a proven track record of success in the CPG industry and a deep understanding of the evolving talent needs of consumer-focused organizations.
BrainWorks recognized by Forbes.
BrainWorks ranks as one of Americas Top Recruiting & Temporary Staffing Firms by Forbes in the Executive Recruiting Firms category. This ranking comes from recommendations of 18,000 clients, candidates, and industry peers.