The collective group of an organization's most senior executives whose titles begin with 'Chief' — including CEO, CFO, COO, CTO, CMO, CHRO, and other chief officers.
The C-suite (short for 'Chief Suite') represents the highest level of executive leadership in an organization. The composition of the C-suite has expanded significantly over the past two decades. Traditional C-suite roles (CEO, CFO, COO) have been joined by newer positions reflecting organizational priorities: CTO (technology), CMO (marketing), CHRO (human resources), CDO (data/digital), CISO (information security), CRO (revenue), CPO (people/product), and CDivO (diversity). C-suite composition varies by industry, company size, and strategic priorities. Recruiting for C-suite positions is the core business of executive search firms, as these hires have outsized impact on organizational performance. C-suite turnover averages 15-20% annually, with CEO and CMO roles experiencing the highest turnover rates.
Our team is ready to help you navigate every aspect of executive recruiting.
Start a Conversation →