Kincannon & Reed, a global leader in executive search, is proud to announce the appointment of Samantha Tindell as our new Director of Research. Samantha brings over two decades of experience in executive search, with a track record of success in leading research teams and driving impactful search initiatives.

“We are thrilled to welcome Samantha Tindell as our new Director of Research,” said SVP of Operations Kelly Griffin. “Samantha’s exceptional leadership skills, combined with her deep industry knowledge, will further strengthen our research capabilities and enable us to continue delivering superior results for our clients.”
In her new role, Samantha will leverage her extensive expertise to enhance search initiatives, reinforcing our firm’s commitment to excellence in executive search. Her appointment underscores Kincannon & Reed’s dedication to delivering unparalleled service and solutions to our clients.
“Research is the foundational component of crafting the right strategy for each and every search,” Tindell said. “I’m passionate about helping our clients solve challenging problems using a strategic approach and industry insight.”
Prior to joining Kincannon & Reed, Samantha held the position of Head of Research in Houston at Egon Zehnder, where she played a key role in advancing the research function within the Industrial Practice.
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