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Who We Are
We Make life-changing placements.

We are Biotech, Healthcare, and Life Sciences
Executive Search Experts. Committed to
excellence,we guarantee your organization
thrives with innovative leadership solutions.

Our statistics speak for themselves:
Of Placements Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Retention Rate Of 5 Or More Years
Project Success Record
our core Industries
Delivering Impactful Leaders Across a Diverse Spectrum
Biotech / Biopharma
Cell Therapy / Genomics
Diagnostics
Emerging Tech
Healthcare
Immunology
Life Sciences
Medical Devices
Oncology
Pharmaceuticals
The Bench Difference
We make life-changing placements so our clients can change lives!®
EXECUTIVE SEARCH
We connect you with top talent. Our deep industry network and proven track record ensure you find the right fit for your leadership needs.
BOARD SERVICES
Building impactful boards that drive results. We create diverse, high-performing boards proven to increase company performance.
TALENT MAPPING
Identify the optimal talent pool to achieve your goals. Our customized Talent Maps pinpoint the ideal candidates to propel your strategic initiatives.
GAP ANALYSIS
Future-proof your organization. We identify and address your current challenges while creating a strategic roadmap for success.
Interim Talent
Access a network of highly skilled professionals to fill critical leadership roles and spearhead strategic initiatives, while maintaining the agility to adapt to your evolving requirements.
Our Services
Lead the future with the most experienced woman-owned search firm.
Executive Search

Bench is the longest-serving, most comprehensive, robust, and global Biotech and Life Sciences executive search firm.

Talent Mapping

Identify and bridge the gap to uncover your team’s strengths and hidden potential through talent mapping and targeted gap analysis.

Board Services

From board composition and committee structure to director development and performance, we offer a comprehensive suite of services to optimize your board’s effectiveness.

Interim Talent

Access a network of highly skilled professionals to fill critical leadership roles and spearhead strategic initiatives, while maintaining the agility to adapt to your evolving requirements.

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Bench executive search delivers transformational executive
talent to Biotech and Life Sciences companies of all sizes.
Trust Bench’s proven track record.
Bringing 50 years of global executive search expertise
to drive your success.
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Clive Meanwell
Population Health Partners
Chairman and Managing Partner

“Celebrating Bench International’s 50 years of excellence, I am reminded of their key role in helping us to shape the leadership and management for the companies and teams we’ve built over 4 decades. Bench’s commitment to shape, and identify our needs — linked to their uncanny ability to attract and present excellent leaders, managers and technical experts — have been among the key drivers for our success. We are proud to congratulate DeeDee and the Bench team as they celebrate this remarkable milestone.”

J. Christopher Giffin
Christopher Giffin
Bench International, Celebrating 18 Years of Leadership and Expertise
President & Chief Operating Officer

“Reflecting on my journey at Bench International, one of my most cherished memories is seeing the direct impact of our placements—whether by strategically guiding a company through critical leadership transitions or adding incredible value at pivotal times. I’m particularly proud of the work we did to support a major client’s evolution from founder-led leadership to a re-focused, innovative CEO and Board structure. This level of dedication, along with our resilience through industry challenges—from the financial crisis to the pandemic—demonstrates why Bench has been a trusted partner for 50 years. I look forward to seeing our influence continue to shape life sciences for decades to come.”

Elizabeth
Elizabeth Cormier
Mammogen, Inc.
Chief Executive Officer

“Bench International, and the team of wonderful women who I was fortunate to work with, ultimately changed the course of my life. Placing me as the CEO of Mammogen, Inc. not only introduced me to one of the highest impact opportunities of my career, but it also forged the path for my partnership with Marty Keiser at IVBH, which has shaped me as a professional and human in ways I could have never imagined. For that, I will be eternally grateful.

I could not be more proud to celebrate their well-deserved success and massive contribution to their community, to our industry, and to the millions of lives that their work has so positively impacted over the past 50 years!! They do not simply place candidates into complementary roles. This team creates dreams, unlocks potential, and changes the world around them. For that, they should be celebrated!”

Michael Panzara
Michael A. Panzara, MD, MPH
Neurvati Neurosciences/GRIN Therapeutics
Chief Medical Officer

“I first connected with Bench International as a candidate. I was impressed by their professionalism and expertise, with a clear commitment to transparency and meaningful placements. Once I joined Neurvati and needed a trusted partner to build out our team, choosing Bench was an easy decision. The team understood our goals and tailored the search to our unique needs without the hard sell of “perfect” candidates one often experiences with other recruiters. Their ability to identify exceptional talent has proven invaluable. Congratulations to Bench for 50 years of transformative leadership in executive search!”

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Marty Keiser
IVBH
Founder and Chief Executive Officer

“Throughout my career in life sciences, I have never partnered with a company that can uniquely address the needs of a company across all stages of its growth, from startup to Fortune 500, quite like Bench International. Bench is a cherished partner across all of my endeavors and has always ensured that each and every placement exceeds expectations while enriching the core values of the company and preserving that ‘something special’ when it comes to corporate culture — a winning formula that has resulted in Bench’s industry-defining dominance over the last five decades.”

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Samantha Schneider
AmpersandPeople
Founder and Chief Executive Officer

“It’s truly been an honor to partner with Bench International over the years, both in addressing client needs and engaging in transformative industry events. The privilege of learning from and being inspired by a true pioneer like DeeDee—who not only gives back but champions other women and fosters meaningful connections—is unmatched.

DeeDee’s example fuels my vision for the next 40+ years of AmpersandPeople. Knowing I can confidently recommend and trust Bench as a service provider adds immense value to the relationships we strive to cultivate with our clients. Here’s to celebrating 50 remarkable years of impact, innovation, and leadership, Bench Team—cheers to many more!”

Our Core Minds
Bench is the untraditional Retained Executive Search
firm solely focusing its commitment completely
on the Client and the patients they serve.
AL-10-2023
Astar Lambert
VP, Strategic Business Operations