Retained Search

Leadership that defines
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We partner with boards to identify transformational C-Suite talent through rigorous market intelligence.

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The Industry's Only
18-Month Guarantee.

We stand by our placements. If a candidate leaves within 18 months, we replace them at no additional cost.

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The Apex 500 Advantage.

Access our proprietary specialized job board and curated network of India's top 500 business leaders.

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Among India's foremost leadership advisory firms, shaping the next generation of C-Suite careers.

The Apex Council partners with visionary CEOs and Boards to build leadership that drives transformation. We combine confidential executive search, succession planning, and competitor intelligence to shape the future of your organization.

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Core Service

Retained Executive Search

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Crisis Management

Interim & Gap CXO

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Global Search Mandates

Access a curated portfolio of retained, non-public executive mandates across the globe for Fortune 500s and Unicorns.

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The Apex 500 Syndicate

The Apex 500 Syndicate is India’s most discreet leadership order — reserved for the top 1% executives.

A discreet chamber designed for strategic dialogue, secure intelligence and opportunity sharing, leadership collaboration, bespoke deal rooms, and high-level access to global CXOs.

  • Instant access to passive, vetted C-Suite talent.
  • Validated references and leadership track records.
  • 40% faster closing time for critical mandates.
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Industry Practices

Technology, Digital & AI

Private Equity & VC

Industrial & Manufacturing

Banking & Fintech (BFSI)

Consumer & Retail

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Energy & Sustainability

Infrastructure & Real Estate

Automotive & Mobility

Media & Entertainment

Functional Specializations

  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • Board Director (NED)
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
  • Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
  • Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
  • Chief Operations Officer (COO)
  • General Counsel (Legal)
  • Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO)
  • Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Meet Our Executive Search Advisory Leaders

Our executive search consulting team helps boards and enterprises seize the opportunity in the emerging digital world.

Anandh Shanmugaraj

Anandh Shanmugaraj

FOUNDER CEO, TECHNOLOGIST & PRINCIPAL PARTNER

Global Retained Search • Discrete Competitor Analysis • Deal Maker • Board Advisor

Manogna Soudhini Gonchikar

Manogna Soudhini Gonchikar

FOUNDER COO, MANAGING DIRECTOR & PARTNER

Discrete Executive Search Ops • Competitor Analysis • Talent Mapping Expert • Compensation Benchmarking Ops

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The Apex Advantage

18 Months

Replacement Guarantee

We share the risk. If our placement leaves within 18 months, we replace them for free.

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The Apex Syndicate

Instant access to a curated network of the top 500 technology and business leaders.

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Discrete Search

Zero market noise. We identify and approach talent without ever listing a job ad.

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