Stanton Chase Opens Chicago Office

Stanton Chase Opens Chicago Office

Executive search firm Stanton Chase International has re-established its Chicago office following a recent merger with Peoplenext Inc. Bernard Layton is managing director and founder of this 10 member search firm. Mr. Layton has over 20 years of executive search experience placing professionals worldwide. He has conducted more than 2,200 searches for a range of senior and middle management positions across a number of industries. They include consumer products, engineering, construction, management consulting, pharmaceutical and industrial and financial services. Mr. Layton began his career with S.R. Clark, where as partner and division president he started the organization’s Chicago operations. In 1992 he founded the recruiting firm Morgan International, Inc., and subsequently Nicholas Partners, which re-branded as Peoplenext in October 2004. Mickey Matthews, vice president of North America for Stanton Chase, said: “The realignment of our Chicago office is a strategic step in strengthening and expanding our presence in key North American markets. Our renewed presence under Bernie’s leadership and strong team of consultants in Chicago will solidify Stanton Chase within the Midwest and is an important step to serve our key clients in our continuing expansion within North America.” With over 65 offices in 41 countries, Stanton Chase recruits senior-level management for a wide array of industries.

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