Executive Recruiting
Connecting Exceptional Software and Technology talent With Leading Organizations
Howard Lee and Associates is a premier executive search firm dedicated to placing top-tier professionals for growing software and technology organizations. We bring precision, discretion, and deep market expertise.
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About Us
20+ Years of Excellence
A Trusted Partner in Executive Search
Howard Lee & Associates (HLA) helps companies hire the people building tomorrow's technology. From AI and machine learning to cybersecurity and SaaS, we identify and recruit the talent that drives innovation, growth, and market leadership. Our network, industry expertise, and precision search methodology enable clients to secure high-impact professionals who create outsized results in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Proven Track Record
Decades of successful executive placements across finance, technology, healthcare, and professional services.
Curated Networks
Access to an exclusive network of passive candidates and decision-makers that traditional searches cannot reach.
Results-Driven
Our process is built around measurable outcomes — faster time-to-hire, stronger cultural fit, and long-term retention.
What We Do
Our Services
Howard Lee & Associates (HLA) connects companies with exceptional technology talent across global markets.
From high-growth startups to enterprise organizations, we deliver precise, high-impact hires that accelerate scalability and execution.
Our data-driven approach and deep network ensure our clients stay ahead of the talent curve and build teams that outperform.
Executive Search
Targeted, confidential searches for C-suite and senior leadership roles. We identify candidates who align with your vision and culture.
Direct Placement
Permanent placement of mid-to-senior professionals across finance, technology, operations, and professional services.
Talent Strategy
Advisory services to help organizations build long-term talent pipelines, succession plans, and workforce strategies.
Industry Specialization
HLA connects companies with exceptional technology talent — from high-growth startups to enterprise organizations. Our data-driven approach ensures clients stay ahead of the latest talent curve and build teams that outperform.
Confidential Search
Discreet, high-stakes searches conducted with the utmost professionalism and respect for all parties involved.
Candidate Advocacy
We represent top-tier professionals seeking their next leadership opportunity with the same rigor we bring to client engagements.
Employee Retention
Retain Key Employees. Protect What You've Built.
Good employees have options.
The companies that keep their best people often provide benefits that go beyond salary alone. We help business owners implement solutions that improve retention while protecting the business from unexpected disruptions.
We help business owners implement:
Voluntary benefits employees appreciate
Key Person Insurance to protect against the loss of critical employees
Buy-Sell Agreement funding to protect business continuity
Executive and supplemental benefit strategies
The Howard Lee Difference
Boutique Attention, Enterprise Reach
Every client engagement receives the personal attention of our senior partners — not junior associates. Yet our network spans the nation.
Deep Industry Expertise
Our recruiters have worked within the industries they serve. We speak your language, understand your challenges, and know what great looks like.
Speed Without Compromise
Our streamlined process delivers qualified, vetted candidates faster than traditional search firms — without sacrificing quality or thoroughness.
Long-Term Partnership
We measure success not just by placements made, but by the lasting impact those hires have on your organization.
"Howard Lee and Associates delivered exactly what they promised — a shortlist of exceptional candidates within three weeks. The hire we made has been transformational for our organization."
Chief Executive Officer, CRO AI Company
Ready to Find Your Next Great Hire?
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Let's Start a Conversation
Whether you're seeking top talent or your next leadership opportunity, we're here to help. Reach out today.