Christopher Schipper

Managing Director at True Search

New York, New York, United States

About

Managing Director at True Search, the fastest-growing executive search firm globally and 6th largest worldwide. We specialize in building exceptional leadership teams for innovative companies across a full spectrum of industries, asset classes, functional areas, and geographies. Prior to True, Chris was a Managing Director with ECA Partners, led Operations and Strategy at several high-growth start-ups, and cut his teeth as a Management Consultant with both Bain and BCG. He has worked across industries and functional areas, with specialized experience operating in and supporting PE-backed organizations, particularly within the Healthcare sector.

Experience

  • True Search (New York City Metropolitan Area)
    • Managing Director
      Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

      True Search is the fastest growing retained executive search firm in the world and 6th largest worldwide. We specialize in building exceptional leadership teams for innovative companies across a full spectrum of industries, asset classes, functional areas, and geographies, creating value for the global economy by finding and placing outstanding C-level executives and investment professionals. True Search is part of the True platform - a global suite of products and services centered on talent.

    • Partner
      Jan 2021 - Apr 2025 · 4 yrs 4 mos

  • ECA (Greater New York City Area)
    • VP & Managing Director
      Oct 2019 - Jan 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos

      ECA is a specialized Executive Search firm working with clients to fill both permanent and project-based needs. As Vice President and Sr. Managing Director, I led and supported our team while helping our clients to meet their talent objectives, both permanent and project-based/interim.

    • Managing Director
      Jan 2018 - Oct 2019 · 1 yr 10 mos

      ECA is a specialized Executive Search firm working with clients to fill both permanent and project-based needs.

  • Owner & Operator (Online) at Amsterdam Tulip Museum
    Oct 2017 - Jan 2021 · 3 yrs 4 mos

    Worked with family-owned Amsterdam Tulip Museum to build out a web presence and launch e-commerce sales & processes for its popular Museum store. Launched in October, 2017 and operated as an independent entity - https://AmsterdamTulipMuseumOnline.com

  • Head of Strategy & Operations at pulseData
    Nov 2016 - Oct 2017 · 1 yr

    Building pulseData into a winning company by developing and executing on a winning strategy.

  • Director, Business & Strategic Operations at Hometeam
    Feb 2015 - Oct 2016 · 1 yr 9 mos

    Drove innovation and change in the in-home care industry and rapid growth of Hometeam as a member of its leadership team. Led key strategic projects and drove major operational changes that enabled expansion from 25 to 80 office staff and dozens to hundreds of caregivers in the field. Key accomplishments include: - Defining our labor structure and core strategy (treating field employees as W2 over 1099; industry has since followed) - Managing and scaling up multiple back-end teams and functions like billing, compliance, staffing - Leading multiple direct reports; managing hiring, development, promotions, and terminations - Designing and rolling out massive overhaul to HR / Benefits, providing options to caregivers while simultaneously reducing costs - Defining innovative labor model to enable career growth & empowerment for caregivers - Owning sourcing and negotiations for multiple vendors, ensuring fair pricing and strong value.