About Us
Navigate Search has been nationally recognized as a leading executive search firm.
Our expertise is in supporting CPA Firms, Business Management Practices, Family Offices, Wealth Management Firms, Commercial Businesses, Financial Institutions, and Construction Firms.
At Navigate Search, we engage exclusively with premier businesses and the market’s most sought-after candidates. Companies seek us out looking for guidance and direction to navigate one of the most challenging and exciting job markets.
We offer a wide variety of services including Partner Search, Staff Level Support, Market Mapping, and Candidate Shortlisting on a Retained, Contingent or Outsourced partnership.
Our team is supported by industry leaders, an elite training program, and a world class network of industry professionals and executives.
Meet the Team
Steve Silverman
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Steve is a leader with a proven background in building teams and companies. Multiple times throughout his career, he grew a business from scratch to an award-winning platform. He has over 12 years of providing Executive Search and Consulting for Professional Service firms of all sizes. Steve specializes in Partner Placement, Acquisitions Services, and Firm Consulting. He has delivered on Partner searches for Tax, Audit, TAS, Cyber, General Accounting, and various other Advisory roles. Steve is also a trusted advisor who has helped firms buy and sell their practice, along with redesigning the interview processes to best attract talent.
John Gaw
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
John is an established recruitment industry leader with over 12 years of experience. He specializes in Entertainment Business Management, Public Accounting, and Family Office, where he provides talent and consultative services to clients throughout the US. John also works in the merger and acquisition space for clients looking to make strategic additions or sell their businesses. He is a trusted advisor to clients, candidates, and the Navigate Search team alike. John is passionate about the recruitment industry and has a high business acumen which allows him to successfully deliver consistently for his network.
Keith Fletcher
Senior Manager, Construction
With over 30 years of experience, Keith Fletcher brings a consultative, relationship-driven approach to construction recruitment. Specializing in the commercial, civil, industrial, skilled trades, and public works sectors, Keith excels at finding the perfect balance between technical skills and cultural fit for clients. His open, honest feedback fosters strong partnerships, ensuring long-term success for both clients and candidates. At Navigate Search, Keith’s dedication to building meaningful relationships is crucial to his success and leadership within the industry.
Jory Hayes
Manager, Construction
With over ten years of experience in construction recruiting, Jory Hayes focuses on placing professionals across the commercial, civil, and industrial sectors. As a Manager at Navigate Search, Jory prioritizes aligning technical skills and company culture, ensuring a solid fit for both candidates and clients. His straightforward, consultative approach helps clients meet their hiring needs efficiently while fostering open communication.
Robert Park
Manager, SCME
Having started in recruitment in 2006, working for both large and small (startup) size recruiting organizations, Rob has established himself as a Subject Matter Expert specializing in the Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Human Resources verticals. He has demonstrated a proven background in the SCME industry through his advanced recruitment expertise, profound understanding of the market, team-building capability, business cross-selling, and strategic consultative boutique approach. Most importantly, Rob is known for building strong client relationships and partnering with the right quality candidates.
Some of the manufacturing industries Rob services include, but are not limited to, Aerospace/Defense, Automotive, Building Materials, Chemicals, Consumer Goods, Electronics/Appliances, Food & Beverage, HVAC, Industrial Equipment, Injection Molding, Paper/Print, Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Plastics, and Robotics. Furthermore, Rob has specialized expertise in both retained and contingent direct hire search and is also experienced in temporary-to-permanent and contract staffing.
Mikayla Coffey
Senior Associate, Professional Services
Mikayla Coffey has more than four years of dedicated recruitment experience, specializing in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities in Public Accounting and Entertainment Business Management. With a comprehensive understanding of both industries, Mikayla excels in identifying top-tier candidates for roles spanning Tax, Audit, Accounting, and Advisory functions, collaborating with firms of all sizes across the United States. Mikayla has particularly enjoyed working on specialty roles such as R&D (Research & Development), Cost Segregation, SALT (State and Local Tax), and Resource Management, leveraging her expertise to match candidates with unique skill sets to specialized positions. Her personalized approach ensures successful placements at all levels, from Staff to Partner positions, while her commitment to delivering exceptional results and providing dedicated service sets her apart.
Kyle Gurrieri
Senior Associate, Professional Services
Kyle is a driven professional with a strong competitive mindset and a background as a collegiate and professional athlete. After graduating from the University of South Carolina, he transitioned into the recruitment and M&A advisory space, bringing the same level of discipline and determination that defined his athletic career. At Navigate Search, Kyle specializes in Tax, Audit, and Advisory within Public Accounting, Family Office, and Business Management firms. He plays a key role in identifying strategic M&A opportunities, helping firms scale, secure investment, or transition leadership through acquisitions and partnerships. Kyle has quickly built a reputation for his work ethic, market insight, and ability to connect firms with the right opportunities. His competitive drive, analytical approach, and commitment to long-term success make him an invaluable resource for clients navigating growth and succession strategies.
Kristen Lundgren
Senior Associate, Professional Services
Kristen is an expert in Public Accounting Search, where she has specialized for the past five years. She has 20 years of successful experience, including running and leading businesses. Kristen learned early on that building long-standing relationships sets her apart and has been the cornerstone of her success. Kristen's excellent market knowledge enables her to connect with the most sought-after candidates and companies. Kristen is an exceptional communicator who can establish trust and provide professional advice on navigating the hiring process.
Danielle Ryan
Senior Associate , Professional Services
Danielle is an Associate Recruiter with two years of experience in Public Accounting and Business Management Recruitment. She specializes in the placement of Tax, Audit, and Accounting professionals. Danielle is dedicated and determined to understand the motivation behind the career search and builds deep relationships with her candidates. Danielle leverages a previous career and education in human behaviors advising past a job description on how and where to build a career effectively.
Mary Hutchins
Senior Associate, SCME
With over ten years of focused experience in recruiting for the Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Engineering verticals, Mary is a strategic recruiting partner known for delivering high-impact placements across critical operational functions. Blending agency and executive leadership experience, she has supported organizations through market shifts, talent shortages, and periods of growth—sourcing top-tier professionals in logistics, operations, production, engineering, and technical disciplines.
Having led recruiting teams, business units, and national client relationships, Mary brings a deep understanding of the industry’s evolving workforce needs and leverages technology, market data, and a strong national network to connect companies with best-fit candidates. Whether filling confidential leadership roles or high-volume positions, she excels at aligning hiring strategies with business goals.
Azure Erdman
Senior Associate, Construction
With over four years of experience in construction recruiting, Azure has a talent for connecting the right people with the right opportunities. She specializes in Commercial, Civil, and Skilled Trades placements, helping clients build strong teams and guiding candidates toward roles that truly fit their skills and long-term goals. Azure is known for her straightforward and approachable style, as well as her ability to build relationships that last well beyond a single placement. Whether she’s helping a company tackle a tough hire or walking a candidate through the next step in their career, Azure brings focus, follow-through, and a genuine interest in seeing people succeed.