Leadership Team
Our History
Hazeltine Executive Search was founded in November 2015 by Chad Spencer with one mission: to revolutionize the executive and professional search industry. After six years of success doing search the “typical” way—sending resumes, chasing candidates, and relying on volume—Chad asked a simple but transformative question:
“How can we add more value to our clients, save them more time, and deliver better candidates?”
That question sparked the creation of The Hazeltine Process —a video-first, insight-driven approach that replaces inefficiency with clarity and guesswork with precision. Over the years, it’s become our greatest differentiator and the foundation of everything we do.
While most recruiters are out of the business within 12 months, Hazeltine has grown year over year through one thing: results. Our firm is built on repeat clients, word-of-mouth referrals, and a reputation for delivering elite finance talent others simply can’t reach or close.
We believe great recruiting is more than filling a job. It’s about helping our clients make confident decisions with speed, accuracy, and insight—and doing it in a way no one else can.
Our Leadership
CHAD R. SPENCER
FOUNDER AND MANAGING PARTNER
Chad Spencer is the Founder and Managing Partner of Hazeltine Executive Search, where he leads the firm’s strategic direction and executive search practice. He is the visionary behind The Hazeltine Process—a first-of-its-kind model that’s revolutionizing how companies identify, evaluate, and hire executive and professional talent.
Mr. Spencer began his career in business advisory with Insperity (NYSE: NSP), consulting with small and midsize businesses on outsourced HR, finance, and operational strategy. He later led the Accounting & Finance practice at a regional search firm, where he recognized the opportunity to transform traditional recruiting by delivering deeper value and better outcomes to clients.
In November 2015, he founded Hazeltine with the mission to reimagine search from the ground up. Since then, the firm has grown into a trusted partner to private equity firms, public companies, founder-led businesses, and family offices across the country. Known for its video-first, insight-driven methodology, Hazeltine consistently delivers top-tier candidates—particularly those from Big Four accounting and investment banking backgrounds—into high-impact roles.
Under Mr. Spencer’s leadership, Hazeltine has earned a national reputation for speed, precision, and results. Most of the firm’s work comes from repeat clients and referrals, reflecting its strong performance and long-standing relationships.
Mr. Spencer holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Stephen F. Austin State University. Before entering the business world, he competed as a professional golfer on mini tours across the United States.
He resides in Texas with his wife, Rebeca, and their two boxers, Edison and Eisenhower. Outside of work, he enjoys golf, travel, and fine wine.
TONY SCATAGLIA
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Tony Scataglia joined Hazeltine Executive Search in 2022, bringing with him over 30 years of senior leadership experience across both for-profit and nonprofit sectors. Though new to executive and professional search at the time, Tony quickly became a cornerstone of the firm—applying his operational rigor, sharp instincts, and relentless drive to make an immediate and lasting impact.
As Managing Director, Tony leads Hazeltine’s Professional Search function, overseeing engagements across critical mid-to-senior-level roles in accounting, finance, sales, and operations. He plays a key role in refining and scaling The Hazeltine Process, helping the firm consistently deliver precise, high-performing talent to its clients. His ability to translate complex business needs into talent strategies has made him an invaluable advisor to hiring leaders across industries.
Before joining Hazeltine, Tony held executive roles with full P&L ownership and built deep expertise in strategic planning, financial modeling, workforce optimization, operations, restructuring, M&A integration, and customer experience. His leadership has driven successful transformations and growth for organizations navigating scale, change, and complexity.
A Pittsburgh native, Tony earned his degree in Chemical Engineering from Lamar University. He is a passionate Pittsburgh Steelers fan and lifelong sports enthusiast. Outside of work, he enjoys fitness, poker, fishing, fantasy sports, and spending time with family and friends—including many long-standing relationships from his college years.
COMMANDER MARK MCGINNIS
STRATEGIC ADVISOR & LEADERSHIP CONTRIBUTOR
Commander Mark McGinnis is a decorated U.S. Navy SEAL, seasoned leadership consultant, and nationally recognized keynote speaker with over two decades of elite military and business experience. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy and four-year varsity football player, he served 24 years in Naval Special Operations, leading SEAL teams and missions around the world.
After transitioning from military service, Mark held commercial leadership roles at a Fortune 500 medical device company, where he served as both a Front Line Sales Representative and Regional Sales Director. He is also the Founder and Managing Director of the SEAL Legacy Foundation, a nonprofit supporting the families of fallen SEALs.
Mark contributes to Hazeltine Executive Search as a strategic advisor and featured speaker for Joint Force Leadership—Hazeltine’s monthly executive forum designed to deliver elite-level leadership insights to its network of C-suite and rising executives. His sessions combine tactical discipline with practical frameworks for building resilient, high-performing teams in today’s business landscape.
A trusted voice on leadership, culture, and mission execution, Mark has advised Fortune 500 companies, global organizations, and professional sports teams. His philosophy: tackle the hard tasks now—the impossible just takes a little longer.
REBECA SPENCER
CONTROLLER
Rebeca Spencer joined Hazeltine Executive Search in 2018 and serves as the firm’s Controller. Though not formally trained in accounting, Mrs. Spencer stepped into the firm’s finance and administrative operations out of necessity—and quickly became indispensable. Learning everything on the job, she has built deep expertise in accounts payable, invoicing, and internal compliance. Today, she leads all accounting and legal administration at Hazeltine with exceptional precision and ownership. Her ability to manage complex workflows, catch critical details others miss, and support every corner of the business makes her one of the firm’s most valuable assets.
In addition to her responsibilities at Hazeltine, Mrs. Spencer remains active in the medical community as a decorated Registered Nurse. She maintains a long-standing relationship with Texas Orthopedic Hospital, where she continues to serve PRN. In 2016, she was honored as Nurse of the Year at one of Houston’s leading hospitals—a testament to her clinical skill, empathy, and leadership under pressure.
Outside of work, Mrs. Spencer enjoys fitness, travel, fine wine, and spending time with her husband, Chad, and their two beloved boxers, Edison and Eisenhower.
Let’s Build Something Exceptional
We’re trusted by finance leaders because we understand them—most of our candidates weren’t even looking until we showed them the opportunity.