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About Onward Search

We empower creative, marketing and digital teams with the AI solutions and talent to thrive in the future of work.

Our Numbers

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3000+

Clients Served

20,000

Jobs Filled

1,000,000+

Experts in Network

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Our Story

For nearly two decades, Onward Search has been a trusted solutions and talent partner to the world’s leading brands. Now, as AI changes how work is done, we’re helping them power transformation, upskill teams, and access the expertise they need to succeed.

Our passion lies in bringing the right people together to push creativity and innovation forward. From our award-winning team to our expansive network, we built our company around knowledgeable professionals who live to our core values and embrace an entrepreneurial spirit.

As we evolve with our clients’ needs, our suite of AI solutions grows, but our resolve remains the same. We equip forward-thinking teams with the strategy, skills and talent to achieve their strategic goals. Partner with us to conquer the future of work.

Our Values

Our core values are our compass. They define our beliefs, dictate our actions, and guide us forward.

Deliver amazing results.

We always strive to exceed expectations for all stakeholders. We are determined to work hard, face challenges head-on and win.

Think and act like an entrepreneur.

We take initiative, maximize opportunities, and embrace our passion to focus on rapid growth and innovation.

Wow our customers.

We are customer-obsessed. We make our clients and talent our top priorities because when they succeed, we succeed.

Do things the right way.

We operate with honesty and integrity and hold ourselves accountable for our actions and commitments.

Be different together.

We’ve created a space where all belong. We celebrate diversity, embrace inclusivity, and promote equity inside and outside our walls.

Love where you work.

We’ve built a culture that inspires people to take pride in what they do, support one another, and win as a team.

Our Leadership Team

Our senior leadership team has 25+ years of experience serving top brands across every major industry.

Ken Clark

CEO & Co-Founder

Orris Long

SVP, Sales

Kim Shatzer

SVP, Delivery

Don Weis

SVP, Operations

Our Culture

At Onward Search, we’ve built an inclusive environment that aligns with our core values. Employees are encouraged to celebrate their differences, support one another, and take ownership of accelerating their careers.

We hire and develop the best talent from all backgrounds. Through career pathing, management training, diversity education, and women’s leadership programs, we empower our people to grow as individuals and thrive professionally.

4.4/5

Culture Score
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97%

Positive Employee Reviews
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A+

CEO Score
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Perks & Benefits

A-

Compensation
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A-

Employee Retention
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