Executive hiring has changed - permanently. Traditional search methods are too slow, too costly, and too rigid for today’s fast-moving business landscape. The most forward-thinking CEOs are embracing flexible, outcomes-driven hiring models that provide faster access to top executive talent. From the rise of portfolio careers to the normalization of "try before you buy" arrangements, this article explores the five biggest shifts in executive hiring and how companies can adapt to stay ahead.

The Fractional Chief Technology Officer (CTO) role has been in highest demand since we've launched solace earlier this year. It's been an emerging trend for the last couple years amongst early-stage start-ups (pre-seed to Series A) and established businesses looking to develop new digital products or digitize large aspects of their operations. Learn more about specific uses cases for a fractional CTO and resulting benefits in this blog post.

Brief update on what we've accomplished since launching solace in Feb 2023. Learn more about our fractional professionals, first client, and more!