Partner with Orchard:
Finding THE ONE to Lead Your Growth

At Orchard Executive Search, we provide a values-driven and humanistic approach to executive talent acquisition. Our mission is to ensure you find THE ONE—a leader or difference-maker who cultivates growth, drives innovation, and strengthens your future.
Make our team yours

The only constant in life is change. Knowing this, Orchard proactively provides transformative hiring solutions that adapt and evolve as you do.

With our nearly 20 years of industry experience, personalized approach, and commitment to excellence, we identify and connect exceptional talent with organizations positioned to thrive. Let us help you build a stronger, brighter future with leaders who inspire and elevate your team.
Our values-driven process and humanistic approach to executive search and placement ensures you find THE ONE leader or positive difference maker to cultivate growth, foster innovation, and strengthen your future.

Why Choose Orchard Executive Search?

Specialized Industry Expertise

With nearly 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Orchard understands the nuanced world of banks, credit unions, and fintech companies. Our team is skilled at finding top talent across a range of banking and finance disciplines, from senior leadership and C-suite executives to specialized individual contributor roles across business lines.

Human-Centered Approach

At Orchard, we believe every placement should be a perfect fit for both the client and the candidate. Our approach centers on people, ensuring a cultural fit that enhances long-term success. We focus not just on skills, but on values, leadership style and organizational compatibility.

Tailored Search Process

Every search assignment is unique. We take the time to understand your specific business challenges and organizational culture, customizing our approach to ensure we find the right match for your team. Our process is thorough, transparent, and built on clear communication and trust.

Long-Term Partnerships

Our role is not just filling a position, but cultivating a lasting relationship with you and your organization. We provide ongoing support and guidance to help grow your organization, support your efforts to continuously nurture your people, and help you adapt to the evolving financial landscape.

Proven Success

Our track record speaks for itself. We consistently place high-caliber professionals who contribute to the long-term success of the organizations they join. Our clients value our professionalism, discretion, commitment to excellence and ability to deliver results that align with their strategic goals.

White Glove Service

Timing is everything when you are intent on winning the war for talent. Our dedication to quality service and availability when you need us puts you in the best position for effective and meaningful talent acquisition success.
“The secret to my success is that we’ve gone to exceptional lengths to hire the best people in the world.”

-Steve Jobs

Our Services

Executive Search

We specialize in Game Changing Talent Acquisition – placing senior leaders and executives with proven success in driving transformation, leading teams, and creating value.

Leadership Consulting

From succession planning to talent strategy, we offer consulting services to help you build a robust pipeline of future leaders and navigate complex leadership challenges.

Cultural Fit & Assessment

Finding the right skills is only half the equation. We help you assess cultural fit to ensure every new hire contributes to a positive and thriving workplace culture.

Diversity & Inclusion Focus

We are committed to fostering diverse leadership in the financial services industry. Our search process is designed to identify and attract leaders from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.

Don’t take our word for it. Take theirs.

“B.J. was highly professional and brought a flexible, collaborative, white glove approach to the selection process. His candidate pool reflected a large geographic reach and was well informed about the Company, the role and the critical traits and expertise identified for success. B.J. provided a personalized service, always communicating to the candidates and the company in a manner that allowed the process to be highly efficient and most importantly, successful in matching an exceptional candidate to the Company. BJ’s engaging energy and humble approach made a challenging task enjoyable, which in my experience is quite unique. I would highly recommend B.J.”

- Bill Parent, Chief Strategy Officer, Hometown Financial Group

“Working with B.J. Berrettini has been nothing short of exceptional. As a trusted partner on multiple executive searches, B.J. has played a pivotal role in securing C-level leaders across our organization. His unwavering integrity, seamless alignment with our processes, and commitment to transparency and authenticity have set him apart. B.J. consistently delivers on his promises, and the quality of his work is unmistakable when we look around our senior management table. We couldn’t be more appreciative of his expertise and dedication.”

-Dee Sendrowski, Chief Human Resources Officer, Fidelity Bank

“I have worked with a few recruitment professionals over my career and have found B.J. Berrettini to be the most thorough and professional of them all. B.J. keeps the team updated on progress and does a full review of candidates to ensure the right fit. We have utilized his services on two executive positions and consider him a valuable part of our team. Without a doubt, I am confident of B.J.'s abilities. B.J. will continue to be our go to search professional and I recommend him to all my peers.”

-Jim Dunphy, President & CEO, South Shore Bank

“BJ's approach is honest, professional, and supportive. His genuine care and follow-up even after the hiring process make him an exceptional recruiter. Highly recommend BJ Berrettini for anyone looking for executive work in the banking industry. His expertise, dedication, and personalized approach make him stand out in a crowded field.”

– Reed Whitman, Chief Financial Officer, Hometown Financial Group

“B.J. is best in class. He is dedicated not only filling a role but making sure that the candidate and Bank are a good fit for each other. He does this by getting to know the candidate as well as he knows the client. B.J. never made me feel rushed when we spoke, was professional, kind and encouraging. I look forward to working with him going forward for years to come - from the other side of the process.”

– Victoria Kane, Chief Human Resources Officer, Dedham Savings

“BJ stayed in close touch with me throughout the process. He was well aware of how stressful it can be to both be waiting to know if there will be a next step and at the same time keeping a business-as-usual attitude at the current job. BJ's professionalism and relationship skills helped me to stay with the journey and get the job. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for executive work in the banking industry.”

– Dawn Anderson, Director of Internal Audit, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust

Let’s Grow Together

We’d love to hear from you. Reach out to learn how Orchard Executive Search can help you grow your business by cultivating new talent and nurturing the people that matter most.

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