SearchWide Global continues to grow its executive search team with the addition of Jennifer Haire, CAE, CMP, who will join the firm as Director, Executive Search, effective April 27, 2026. The firm also announced the promotion of Carmen Rodgers to Director, Executive Search, and the addition of Shanté Clark as Research Manager.
Jennifer Haire brings more than 20 years of experience across hotels, destination marketing organizations, third-party providers, and national nonprofit organizations. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to drive growth, strengthen partnerships, and deliver results within complex, mission-driven environments.
In her role at SearchWide Global, Jennifer will lead executive search engagements across the hospitality, travel, tourism, and association sectors. She will partner closely with clients to understand organizational needs and deliver leadership solutions that align with strategic priorities and long-term goals. Jennifer is known for her thoughtful, relationship-driven approach and her ability to connect people, ideas, and opportunities in meaningful ways.
Prior to joining SearchWide Global, Jennifer held senior leadership roles within a national nonprofit organization, where she oversaw multi-million dollar initiatives, led high-performing teams, and collaborated with executive leadership and boards to advance strategic priorities.
“Jennifer brings a powerful combination of operational leadership, industry insight, and a deep commitment to partnership,” said Mark Gnatovic, President of Retained Search at SearchWide Global. “Her experience strengthens our ability to guide clients through critical leadership decisions and deliver search solutions that make a lasting impact.”
“I’ve always admired SearchWide Global and what the team represents in the industry, so joining at a time of growth is both exciting and meaningful,” said Haire. “The firm’s commitment to truly understanding its clients and the industries it serves aligns closely with how I approach my work. I look forward to building strong partnerships and helping organizations identify leaders who can drive impact and long‑term success.”
In addition, Shanté Clark has joined SearchWide Global as Research Manager. Shanté brings more than eight years of recruiting and research experience across multiple industries. She is recognized for her ability to build strong partnerships and deliver comprehensive, high-quality research that supports successful executive placements.
The addition of Shanté reflects SearchWide Global’s long-term strategy to build an experienced research team focused on speed to market and delivering quality candidate slates across all divisions.
“Our research function plays a critical role in the value we deliver to our clients,” added Gnatovic. “Shanté’s experience and dedication enhance our ability to move efficiently while maintaining the high standards our clients expect.”
SearchWide Global also announced the promotions of Carmen Rodgers to Director, Executive Search, and Shari Wolfe to Director, Research. Since joining the firm, Carmen has made an immediate impact through her collaborative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality search outcomes, while Shari has played a critical role in strengthening research strategy, market intelligence, and candidate pipeline development across engagements. In their expanded roles, Carmen will continue to support clients across multiple sectors, and Shari will lead research efforts that enhance search execution, both contributing to the firm’s continued growth and success.
About SearchWide Global
SearchWide Global is a full-service executive search firm that places executives primarily for companies in the travel, tourism, hospitality, convention, trade association, venue management, and experiential marketing industries. Specializing in C-Level and Director-level executive searches for companies ranging in size from Fortune 500 corporations to mid-sized public and private companies and associations. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, USA, with several regional offices, SearchWide Global is able to serve clients and candidates nationwide. Founded in 1999, they have remained focused on their core values for more than two decades: INTEGRITY, ETHICS, PASSION, RESPECT, and INCLUSION.
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