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Our Team Members

Since 1996, The Carlisle Group (TCG) has been establishing mutually beneficial partnerships between employers, job seekers, and our employees. Our experience and expertise have taught us that executive search is not about numbers but building relationships. That’s why we focus on who you are, as an organization or candidate, and what you’re looking for in order to guide you in finding the perfect match. Our goal is to provide long-term solutions.

Bert F. Wendeln

President/CEO

Shelly A. Wendeln

COO/Co-Owner

Tony E. Frey, CSM

Chief Sales Officer

Kaitlyn W. Vinson, CSAM

Managing Director

Marc A. Gyimesi, CSAM

Managing Director

Brett C. Myers, CSAM

Managing Director

Brian J. Schrift

Senior Search Consultant

Travis W. Walker

Senior Search Consultant

Adam C. Dillon

Search Consultant

Nathan L. Higley

Search Consultant

Courtney E. Feagley

Search Consultant

Owen C. Myers

Search Consultant

Pamela L. Pfeninger

Senior Internet Researcher

Josh G. Clark

Internet Researcher

Daisha A. Celleri

Project Assistant and Data Specialist

Margaret E. Christlieb

Director, HR & Accounting

Jonathan T. Wendeln

Director of Process Automation & Systems Integration

Lucas A. Christlieb

Manager Accounting & Support

Join Us

Being an Executive Search Consultant at TCG is not just a job—it’s a career.

It’s an investment in others as much as it is an investment in yourself. There’s a saying: Follow the dream, not the money. If you do, the money will follow. This truth resonates deeply in our industry. While the financial rewards can be significant, they are the natural byproduct of embracing the opportunity to serve others first.

Success in executive search demands a unique combination of business acumen, street smarts, grit, and an unwavering determination to work hard—not just for your own success, but for the success of those you serve.

This is the foundation of becoming a legendary Executive Search Consultant—and at TCG, it’s the standard we strive for every day.

Who Should Consider a Career in Executive Search?

If you possess the core fundamentals—business acumen, street smarts, grit, and an unwavering determination to work hard—then the next step is identifying your industry focus or niche specialization.

Ask yourself:

Does your industry and expertise align with market demand?
Does it require skill, tact, and finesse to identify, attract, and retain top talent?
Does your background, experience, and credentials enable you to engage in intellectual and meaningful conversations with both clients and candidates?

If you answered yes, then a career as an Executive Search Consultant could be the perfect fit for you. This profession offers an opportunity to leverage your skills and insights to make a lasting impact while building a rewarding career.

Why Choose TCG to Launch or Transition Your Career as an Executive Search Consultant?

With nearly three decades of experience, TCG offers the depth of knowledge and expertise needed to support your success through comprehensive learning, training, and ongoing development.

We have proven methodologies, processes, and procedures that we continually refine to stay ahead of industry demands. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, AI, advanced programming, automation, and other tools, we significantly reduce the administrative burden of building and maintaining your proprietary database.

At TCG, we provide everything you need to thrive: tools, technology, marketing, branding, and direct support to help you build and sustain a robust client portfolio. In essence, we offer a “business-in-a-box” model. All you need to bring is your commitment, focus, and drive to execute daily on tactical objectives—the strategy and formula for success are already in place.

At TCG, we set you up for success so you can focus on what you do best: delivering results and building lasting relationships.

Other Tangible Reasons to Join TCG

Unlimited Earning Potential: Enjoy a tiered commission structure with no caps on your earnings—ever.
Scalable Growth Model: Build a solo practice or expand into leading a team, depending on your career aspirations.
Remote Work Options: Work from anywhere with access to the same tools and resources available in the office.
Intrapreneurial Opportunity: Operate as an entrepreneur without bearing the full risks of going solo.
Work-Life Balance: Experience the flexibility to balance personal and professional priorities while meeting your entrepreneurial goals.
Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from an excellent package offered equally to everyone in the firm.

What’s the Next Step?

Getting started is simple! Click the “Join Our Team” button below to submit your resume, along with a brief summary explaining why you’re interested in becoming an Executive Search Consultant and why you believe TCG is the perfect fit for your career aspirations.

We look forward to learning more about you!

Internship Opportunities

As an Intern, you will be actively working with actual clients and candidates under the supervision of the CSO and Search Consultants. You will be involved in the recruitment process with candidates on various searches, get exposure to how we work with clients directly and sit in on various strategy meetings and presentations. You will learn how to populate and use a database to effectively plan and execute local, regional and national searches. Finally, we will teach you how to qualify candidates effectively, create and present executive summaries and prepare people to interview well with our clients.