Tailor made Executive Search – Board Search

As an owner-managed and independent personnel consultancy, we stand for customised solutions in the areas of executive and board search, succession planning, management diagnostics and leadership coaching.

Since our foundation in 2000, we have been successfully filling first and second-level management positions for hidden champions, medium-sized family businesses, internationally active corporate groups and public sector organisations in a wide range of industries, both nationally and internationally – with a high degree of precision, professional expertise and a clear commitment to quality and integrity.

Our aim is not only to find executives, but also to facilitate customised appointments that strategically advance companies in the long term.

We are proud of our long-standing membership and certification by the AESC (Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants) – an international association that comprises only 5% of German recruitment consultancies and stands for the highest quality and ethical standards. We are also involved in the Association of German Management Consultancies (BDU) in order to strengthen the interests of our industry and ensure the highest quality standards.

Consulting as equals - Personal, competent and reliable

As consultants, we see ourselves as trustworthy sparring partners for both – companies and candidates alike. Personalised support, reliability and continuity are the cornerstones of our work – because sustainable success is built on trust and long-term partnerships. Our clients and candidates value us as a dependable partner and trusted advisor.

Höchsmann & Company – Our Journey at a Glance

2000Foundation and Early Milestones
The success story of our company began with the founding of Höchsmann & Company KG by Michael Höchsmann and Dr. Gerhard Michael Eckert. From the very start, we set new standards in executive search consulting and became a certified member of the prestigious Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) – a distinction awarded to only 5% of executive search firms in Germany.

2009Expansion of Assessment Services
In collaboration with PI Company GmbH, we expand our offering in the field of management assessment.

2012Change in Shareholding
Dr. Gerhard Michael Eckert acquires full ownership of the company and continues to lead it into a successful future.

2014Introduction of the “Team H&C Talents” Brand
With the launch of “Team H&C Talents,” we broaden our service portfolio to include professional search – a discreet and advertisement-based approach to recruiting specialists and executives.

2015International Networking
Höchsmann & Company joins a leading global network of executive search firms. Collaborating with international partner offices strengthens our global reach and enables us to identify outstanding candidates worldwide.

2021Expansion of the Executive Team and Frankfurt Office Opening
With Thorsten Amend-Schnaar joining as Managing Partner, Höchsmann & Company gains a new driving force. The opening of our Frankfurt office and the expansion of our international research team lay the foundation for further growth.

2022Successful Leadership Transition and Digital Transformation
Thorsten Amend-Schnaar acquires 100% of the company’s shares and focuses on consistently evolving the corporate strategy.
Targeted investments in modern IT and infrastructure solutions create optimal conditions and maximum flexibility for remote work, benefiting both our consultants and employees while supporting our expansion efforts.

2023Relaunch of Team HC Talents
“Team HC Talents” is rebranded as “Team HC Professional – Personalberatung.”
With this relaunch, we provide a specialised solution for recruiting and selecting mid-level executives and industry experts. At the same time, we create attractive career development opportunities for young consultants in the field of executive search.

2024Management Diagnostics and Industry Associations
With the introduction of our own diagnostic tool, we enhance our offering in the field of management diagnostics while expanding our international network.
Thorsten Amend-Schnaar is appointed to the EMEA Council of AESC, and Höchsmann & Company becomes a member of BDU (Bund Deutscher Unternehmensberatungen) – further recognition of our industry expertise and reputation.

2025A Reason to Celebrate
We mark 25 years of Höchsmann & Company and continue to drive the company’s development, ensuring that we remain a trusted, competent, and reliable partner for both clients and candidates in the years ahead.