AI - Native Executive Search with Nordic Precision

Building Leadership Teams for the AI Era

Transform your digital leadership with a boutique search firm that truly understands technology business — and where it's heading. While large firms rely on databases and junior consultants, we combine deep AI ecosystem knowledge with senior-level attention to secure the right leaders for organizations navigating the AI era.

Boutique executive search consultation
Technical leadership assessment

The Heron Advantage

AI Ecosystem Knowledge

Business leadership with technical fluency. We understand AI-driven growth, data strategy, and modern product development — translating between boardroom priorities and technical realities. See our success stories.

Senior-Level Focus

Every search is personally led by our senior team. No junior consultants, no algorithm-first approaches — just focused, expert-led search combining deep market knowledge with human expertise validation.

Nordic Precision, European Reach

Operating from Helsinki, we've built trusted relationships across Europe's most innovative markets. From technology consulting firms to enterprises building digital capabilities — and the scale-ups disrupting them — we identify leaders who drive genuine business transformation. Explore our executive search services.

Jan Luukkonen, Founder of Heron Talent

Who We Place

We secure transformative leaders across:

Roles

C-Suite & Executive Leadership

  • Technical Directors & Architects

  • Senior Sales & Commercial Leaders

  • Product & Design Leaders

  • Data & AI Leaders

Industries

We specialize in securing transformative leaders for:

  • SaaS & Product Companies

  • Consulting & Professional Services

  • Enterprise Digital Units

  • Scale-ups & Digital Ventures

Learn how we support your specific industry through tailored search solutions.

Let's Talk

A 20-minute conversation to understand your situation — no pitch, no pressure.

“Beyond just recruitment, Jan's insights and sparring sessions were incredibly helpful in refining our requirements and ultimately securing top talent.”

Teemu Tiilikainen, CEO, Witted

“Jan is very good at getting high-profile candidates, impressive work. I enjoyed working with him and would certainly do it again.”

Ahti Heinla, Co-founder & CEO, Starship Technologies

“No-nonsense approach, flexibility and quick comms. He pushes through with one aim only — to land the best candidate for the challenge as fast as possible.”

Frederique Vermaete, Experience Director, Nordea

Heron Talent placement guarantee

Your Executive Success. Our Guarantee.

We stand behind every placement with our comprehensive guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied with our selected candidate, we'll work tirelessly to make it right. Discover our track record of successful placements.