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We’re an executive search firm for startups and scale-ups.
We’re experts in Canadian tech.
OUR CLIENTS
We work with growth-stage organizations in the Canadian tech ecosystem - including start-ups, scale-ups and the ecosystem partners that support them. Our clients collaborate with us to accelerate their business growth by connecting them with experienced, well-aligned talent. Every company we partner with has a compelling story, and we have the privilege of sharing and amplifying how they are changing the world.
OUR NETWORK
Our community includes ambitious founders, leaders, builders and connectors who are driving the success of the Canadian tech landscape. We excel at identifying and engaging with individuals who have unique skills and experiences to drive success for our clients’ businesses. We understand the nuances of what makes an ideal fit, for both company and individual, and are experts in successfully navigating the selection process to ensure an ideal outcome.
Founded by Kristina McDougall in 2013, Artemis Canada has been a trusted partner in the tech recruitment industry.
With a team of ten, we've grown and scaled alongside our clients, expanding our global tech network while nurturing long-standing partnerships with our earliest supporters. We've proudly placed thousands of leaders globally.
Roles We Fill
Our search work is a blend of:
Executive Search:
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Engagements for the recruitment of key functional leaders (C-level, VP, Director) across Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Engineering, Customer Success, Operations, Finance, and HR.
Strategic Search:
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Exclusive engagements for mid-level leaders or individual contributors where talent is scarce and the impact is critical (product marketing, product management, strategic sales, technical architects, customer success, talent, etc).
Confidential Search:
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You require the discreet acquisition of a high-calibre professional crucial for a pivotal role in your organization.
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You seek a recruitment ally who can adeptly and confidentially pinpoint and attract top-tier talent, ensuring a seamless and confidential addition to your team.
Fractional Search:
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The recruitment of specialized professionals on a part-time or project basis; accessing expertise as needed while optimizing resource allocation
Our Values
Always add value to achieve the best outcomes.
We build long-term relationships with our clients and candidates, focusing on mutually beneficial partnerships that maximize potential. We deliver value in every interaction, ensuring a positive and memorable experience. As trusted advisors, we prioritize doing the right thing, knowing results will follow. We are deeply invested in the success of everyone we work with and celebrate their achievements as passionately our own.
Build trust with authenticity and expertise.
We lead by example, guiding clients with transparency and creative solutions. Our expertise and passion for Canadian tech gives us a compelling voice, shared with humble candor. We develop deep market expertise to deliver confident advice, representing ourselves, clients, and candidates with integrity. We invest in our growth to deliver the best experience possible, as confident, genuine and trustworthy advisors.
Be agile and diligent.
We aim to exceed expectations, ensuring that the unique needs of our clients, candidates and colleagues are valued. In a rapidly changing tech landscape, we stay nimble without uncompromising results. We set ambitious goals, provide clear feedback, and empower our team with a founders’ mentality. We balance urgency and a bias for action, with the need to manage risk and an understanding of the critical nature of our work.
Lead with relentless curiosity.
We see the big picture, driven by curiosity and a commitment to understanding our work’s broader context. Leveraging our expertise in the Canadian tech industry, we identify connections between ideas, opportunities, and people. To deliver effective solutions, we deeply understand our clients’ unique history, mission, goals, market, team, and culture. Recognizing every individual’s unique story, we ask insightful questions to uncover core needs and build meaningful, long-term relationships. With a growth mindset, we challenge assumptions, assume positive intent, and take initiative.
Our Process
Discovery
We engage with your team to comprehend your history, vision, growth plans, and the distinct dynamics of your culture. We familiarize ourselves with your stories, your team, and the challenges and opportunities you encounter.
This enables us to effectively represent your organization to candidates and view potential fit from your perspective. We assist in refining your position description, ensuring it serves as a compelling marketing and communication tool while maintaining consistent language and evaluation throughout the process.
Research:
All of our searches require intensive research into the unique talent market, along with a high-touch and relationship-based approach to the entire recruitment process. We have the advantage of an extensive global network that we leverage while also conducting new research to uncover the top talent in relevant regions, vertical markets and specific companies.
Directly Engaging Candidates & Delivering your Message:
As your brand ambassador, we take the responsibility of conveying your company story and leadership opportunity to a select group within your industry. We prioritize building exceptional teams, which begins with establishing trustworthy and genuine connections with every candidate. We not only communicate your story but also invest time in understanding the candidate's background, motivations, and requirements. This approach allows us to present your opportunity in the most favourable manner while ensuring the best possible match for your team.
Candidate Evaluations:
We aim to attract and engage exceptional candidates while ensuring an ideal fit for both them and your business. We conduct multiple informal interviews with candidates, evaluating their experience, capabilities, leadership style, values, and motivators. We also gather insights from formal and informal references.
Managing the Process & Ensuring the Best Outcome:
We prioritize the candidate experience and act as your representatives throughout the evaluation and negotiation process, ensuring favourable outcomes for both the company and the candidate. We invest significant time with each candidate, presenting a comprehensive evaluation including motivations and fit considerations. Our target is to present a handful of highly qualified, diverse, and motivated candidates. We facilitate an efficient selection process that allows all decision makers, including the candidate, to confidently assess fit. Our offer negotiation processes are transparent and focused on achieving the best outcomes.
