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47 Years of Impact

With nearly half a century as its foundation, Charles Aris Inc. quickly identifies and delivers world-class leaders who are qualified, available and interested in enhancing your organization.

Clients choose and return to Charles Aris for its expertise, execution, focus on cultural fit and pinpoint deliverables. That's why Charles Aris is trusted by organizations around the world, from start-ups to Fortune 500 firms.

In addition to its industry-specific recruiting practices, Charles Aris addresses your organizational needs across these integral functions as well:

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Chairman Mitch Oakley takes pride in his team of executive search consultants.

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Meet the Practice Leaders of Charles Aris

Mitch Oakley

Founder & Chairman
Executive Leadership
Diversified industries

Charles Aris Inc. founder and chairman Mitch Oakley has led the retained executive search firm since 1969. Mitch concentrates on placing senior leaders in executive positions across a variety of industries in addition to developing the company’s growing team of search consultants. View Mitch Oakley's full bio.

Chad Oakley

Chief Executive Officer
Strategy & Corporate Development
CPG; Industrial; Financial Services

Chad Oakley serves as the CEO of Charles Aris Inc. and as the firm’s primary practice leader for Strategy & Corporate Development. View Chad Oakley's full bio.

Greg Harper

Senior Vice President
Engineering & Operations
Industrial Manufacturing; Chemicals

Charles Aris Inc. senior vice president Greg Harper serves as the company’s primary practice leader for Engineering & Operations with a focus on Industrial Manufacturing and Chemicals. View Greg Harper's full bio.

Jim Etling

Senior Vice President
Private Equity
Finance & Accounting

Charles Aris Inc. senior vice president Jim Etling serves as the firm’s primary practice leader for Private Equity as well as Finance & Accounting, providing seasoned financial expertise in manufacturing and deep knowledge of the intricacies of private equity from a portfolio company perspective. View Jim Etling's full bio.

Allen Oakley

Chief Operating Officer
Sales & Marketing
Real Estate; Energy

Charles Aris COO Allen Oakley serves as a Sales & Marketing practice leader with an industry focus on Real Estate and Renewable Energy. View Allen Oakley's full bio.

Caroline Wilson

Vice President
Strategy & Corporate Development
Public & Private Equity; Hedge Funds

Caroline Wilson is a Strategy & Corporate Development vice president with a focus on recruiting management consultants for public and private equity firms and hedge funds. View Caroline Wilson's full bio.

Steven Stewart

Vice President
Strategy & Corporate Development
Technology

Steven Stewart is a Strategy & Corporate Development vice president with an industry focus on Technology. View Steven Stewart's full bio.

Jody Karavanic

Senior Practice Leader
Strategy & Corporate Development
Consumer and Healthcare

Jody Karavanic is a Strategy & Business Development senior practice leader with a Consumer and Healthcare focus. View Jody Karavanic's full bio.

John Bennett

Practice Leader
Sales & Marketing
Agribusiness

John Bennett serves as a Sales & Marketing practice leader with an industry focus on Agribusiness. View John Bennett's full bio.

Bob Gainey

Practice Leader
Engineering & Operations
Wood Products

Bob Gainey is an Engineering & Operations practice leader with an industry focus on Wood Products. His recruiting efforts revolve around the manufacturing and packaging of pulp and paper; corrugated cardboard; plywood; OSB; and siding. View Bob Gainey's full bio.