Executive Search

All of your Leadership Problems - Solved With One Hire.

Hand-picked leaders for your high-performing teams.

Elite Leadership. Proven Under Pressure.

At Uncommon Elite, we specialize in connecting businesses with extraordinary leaders who have excelled in the most demanding environments.

Here are just a few examples of recent candidates we've placed—each bringing a proven track record of leadership, resilience, and strategic insight.

Military
U.S. Navy SEAL
Education
MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management
Recent Role
Associate/Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, leading multimillion-dollar strategy and transformation projects.
Military
U.S. Army Special Forces Senior Weapons Sergeant, led stabilization projects with $500M budgets and advised on economic development in Syria.
Education
MBA and Master of Arts in Economic Development from Vanderbilt University.
Recent Role
Senior Consultant, leading strategy and due diligence projects.
Military
U.S. Navy F/A-18 Pilot, led combat missions and large teams
Education
MBA from The Wharton School, MS in Applied Economics from Johns Hopkins, BS in Commerce from the University of Virginia.
Recent Role
Investment Banking Associate, Director of Operations
Military
U.S. Navy SEAL
Education
MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management
Recent Role
President of $25M+ residential and commercial services business.

Uncommon Leaders for Uncommon Teams.

You need elite leadership. We provide it.

Our Executive Search service connects your business with former special operations leaders who have led under the most extreme conditions. These men and women have been forged in battle and honed in high-stakes environments where failure isn’t an option. They know how to lead, adapt, and win.

How We Operate.

We don’t just place leaders. We make sure they succeed. From the moment you engage with us, we get to work.

Assess

We meet with you, understand your needs, and define the leadership profile required for your mission. Whether you're looking to scale your business or take on new challenges, we’ll make sure we target the right person for your team.

Search

This is where the real work begins. Using our extensive network and military-grade vetting process, we identify and source the very best. We don’t just look for resumes—we look for individuals who have executed under pressure and can thrive in your high-performance environment.

Select

Our proprietary selection process ensures only the most capable make the cut. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach; we tailor our vetting to meet your specific needs. Through rigorous interviews, behavioral assessments, and leadership evaluations, we equip you with the right leader for your team.

Coach

This is where we go beyond the placement. Leadership doesn’t stop once the hire is made. We stay fully engaged for 12 months to ensure seamless integration and sustained success. From strategic planning to day-to-day execution, we provide ongoing support and coaching to ensure the leader—and your business—excel.

Find a Different Kind of Leader.

The Uncommon Advantage.

You’re not hiring just anyone. You’re recruiting a leader who has proven their mettle in the hardest environments. Here’s why that matters:

Decisive Under Pressure

Resilience in Adversity

Strategic Vision

Unyielding Accountability

Battle-Tested Leaders.

These individuals know what it means to make split-second decisions that save lives. They’ll bring that same focus and drive to your business.

The toughest combat zones

Critical missions with zero margin for error

High-pressure, high-stakes business operations

Uncommon Leadership, Uncommon Results..