Start Ups & Unicorns
Whether your organization is a new startup with 50 to 100 employees—now hiring your first People leader—or a “tech unicorn” company with over 500 employees experiencing rapid growth in preparation for an IPO, Buffkin / Baker offers specialized C-suite and HR consulting services tailored for startups. We partner with startups and unicorn companies on C-suite, board, and HR executive searches.
With over 25 years of expertise working with more than 400 venture-funded startups, we can help you find your first Head of People, transition that role to Chief People Officer, and build out HR teams with other essential HR positions. Additionally, we provide interim People and HR leaders while conducting your search. Our HR consultants are well-equipped to assist startups in expanding their C-suite and senior leadership teams as they navigate various stages of development.
We have supported companies in almost every hot technology sector by ensuring they have the right executive talent and leadership. We also offer venture capital investment and advisory services to many.
Within the technology sector, we have collaborated with over 50% of the leading companies in the following areas: Internet, e-commerce, Ad Tech, EdTech, construction technology, Health Tech, and social media. As HR consultants for startups, we can help you:
- Perform needs analysis and strategic planning
- Translate business plans into HR plans
- Define leadership roles and job descriptions
- Manage and support the executive team through their first People and HR hire
- And much more
Unsure about what you truly need at this stage of your organization’s growth? Reach out to us, and we’ll work together to determine the right strategy for you.