Who you hire is who you become

The Lawrence Advisory redefines recruiting with a unique approach that fully integrates equity and inclusion, leadership expertise, and strategic excellence. For over a decade, we have provided executive search services to entertainment and media companies, financial services companies, Fortune 500 corporations, nonprofits, museums and cultural institutions. Our consultative approach distinguishes us from other search firms and has produced significant advantages for our clients. Our business is characterized by deep, long-standing client relationships and longer tenure for our candidates. To date, approximately 90% of our placements remain in their roles after five years.

Recent Work:

Financial Services

  • President, Asset Management Firm
  • Chief Operating Officer, Asset Management Firm
  • Chief Compliance Officer, Asset Management Firm
  • Chief Human Resources Officer, Asset Management Firm
  • Global Equity Trader, Financial Services Firm
  • Senior Technology Manager, Financial Services Firm
  • Fundamental Analyst, Asset Management Firm
  • Director of Institutional Investments, Asset Management Firm
  • Director of Business Development and Research (Private Equity Firm)
  • Head of Distribution, Asset Management Firm

Cultural Institutions and Nonprofits

  • President & CEO
  • Executive Director
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Chief Program Officer
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • General Counsel
  • Chief of Human Resources, Equity and Engagement
  • Director of Legal Affairs
  • Director of Public Programs
  • Vice President of Marketing
  • Chief of Human Resources, Equity and Engagement
  • Vice President Public Programs
  • Head of Development
  • Vice President of Visitor Experience
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • General Counsel

Media and Entertainment

  • Senior Vice President, Diversity
  • Vice President, Business Development
  • Senior Vice President, eCommerce
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • President, Consumer Products
  • Director, Brand Strategy and Promotions
  • Vice President, Digital Cinema
  • Vice President, Image Processing
  • Vice President, Media
  • Vice President, Legal Affairs and General Counsel
  • SVP, Finance & Operations

Technology

  • Senior Product Manager
  • Senior Program Manager
  • Vice President of Technology/CTO
  • Vice President of Sales
  • Principle Consultant (2)
  • Architect/Senior Software Engineer
  • Chief Technology Officer (Healthcare Company)

The Lawrence Advisory does outstanding work. From start to finish, the executive search process is professional, timely, thoughtful and strategic. We had a tremendous experience, which resulted in a tremendous new member of our executive team. I cannot recommend The Lawrence Advisory more highly.

Rachel S. Moore

President and CEO, The Music Center

The Lawrence Advisory has become a true partner to the Geffen Playhouse in executive recruiting as well as leadership training. TLA has supported us by identifying a highly diverse talent pool while demonstrating a deep understanding of the culture of our organization.

Gil Cates, Jr

Executive Director, Geffen Playhouse

Tracy Lawrence is one of the rare consultants who brings significant operational experience to her work. Her understanding of leadership dynamics at the highest levels combined with her business sense makes her an excellent consultant and trusted advisor for any senior executive.

Courtney Armstrong

President, Paramount Pictures

The Lawrence Advisory led our nationwide search for our President and Chief Executive Officer. They exceeded our expectations, delivering a terrific and diverse slate of candidates in record time.

Steve Beltran

Board Chair, Exceptional Children’s Foundation

The Lawrence Advisory is a trusted advisor to our organization in recruiting for key leadership positions. TLA has exceeded our expectations, consistently delivering diverse slates of top-notch candidates.

Lisa Stockman

Chief Marketing Officer, Banfield Pet Hospital

The Lawrence Advisory has been a terrific thought partner, and has helped me restructure our team for growth. Their extensive background and operating experience allowed them to immediately understand our business issues. TLA brings a strategic but practical approach to consulting and coaching work. We couldn’t have reached this level without TLA's help!

Bryan Abell

CEO, Oasis Productions

Tracy Lawrence has been an excellent leadership coach for the senior team at Nile Capital, and has also consulted with our portfolio companies. She understands the complexities of leadership, and has been extremely helpful in guiding us to prioritize critical issues that impact growth and profitability. Tracy is a highly skilled and effective consultant, coach, and recruiter.

Mel Lindsey

CEO, Nile Capital

Tracy Lawrence has a deep and relevant set of experience and skills to assist firms in navigating complex human resource situations. I credit her with helping me become a better manager.

Gary Baierl

Chief Investment Officer, Strategic Global Advisors

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Case Study

Strategic Global Advisors: SGA is a woman and employee-owned asset management firm with a highly differentiated investment strategy. The firm’s focus on global equity investing employs a methodology that seamlessly integrates both quantitative and fundamental company analysis into one disciplined investment program. With above-market performance and an increase in clients, SGA needed to expand its team while maintaining its reputation for excellence. In addition, the firm’s growth required development of a human capital strategy that included leadership coaching and talent development.

Over a 3-year period, The Lawrence Advisory led recruiting efforts for SGA that increased the size of the team from 12 to over 30 employees. This search work included placement of such roles as President, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, Global Equity Trader, Quantitative Developer, and Senior Technology Manager. During this time, we also developed and implemented a performance management system, designed and facilitated leadership training programs, and coached members of the senior management team.