Our History

We have some exciting news!

DSML Executive Search is pleased to announce its integration with Alexander Hughes, an esteemed international executive search firm. This collaboration marks a significant step for us, combining DSML’s deep expertise in talent acquisition with the expansive global coverage of Alexander Hughes. Founded in 1957, Alexander Hughes has a commendable track record in executive search, providing services across a variety of sectors including technology, financial services, and consumer markets.

Alexander Hughes is a leading global advisory firm in executive search and talent development, helping clients recruit exceptional leaders at the C-suite, senior management, and board levels. With a presence in 58 offices across 51 countries, Alexander Hughes offers comprehensive industry knowledge and expertise to guide clients through the executive search process, interim management solutions, and management consulting.

This integration with Alexander Hughes enables us to extend our reach and enhance our service offerings. Our clients can expect the same dedicated service that DSML has always provided, now enriched with the added global perspective and resources of Alexander Hughes. We believe this partnership will bring new opportunities and more comprehensive solutions for our clients’ executive search needs as DSML will eventually become Alexander Hughes USA.

We look forward to continuing to serve you with the high standards of professionalism and expertise that you have come to expect from us, now with the added advantage of Alexander Hughes’ global presence and industry expertise. For more information about what this change means for you and your business, please feel free to reach out to us.

DSML Executive Search was started in 2007

The company was born out of a networking meeting between Doug Seville and Myriam Le Cannellier. At the time, Myriam had a career coaching practice. They chatted about their respective experience as Doug was conducting a search for an Italian company and was facing several challenges, mainly because of cultural differences. The coffee conversation evolved into lunch and the rest is history!

Doug and Myriam met regularly over the course of several months to discuss creating an executive search recruitment business together. Long before remote work was common, they embraced it, often meeting in coffee shops! Almost immediately, it became evident that the pair could provide value to the niche: “help European companies recruit executive talent in the US”.

Doug’s experience included HR and General Management in a variety of industries, such as manufacturing, retail, and services. Myriam’s background included an earlier career in Marketing followed by several years of experience in Executive Search, recruiting Executives in Argentina for the subsidiaries of French companies.

DSML Executive Search’s positioning has been the driving force in building a team of recruiters who have a European background AND a solid understanding of the US business culture. By design, DSML Executive Search conducts executive searches that span the US and a variety of industries. This allows us to challenge and bring high value to our clients as they look for the right leaders for their subsidiary

DSML Executive Search was started in 2007

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