About the Association​​
International Retained Search Association (IRSA) members have been through a selection process to ensure they run a retained executive search firm and have maintained an exemplary reputation in their field.
At IRSA, we discuss current topics and leverage the groups significant experience while trying to address impending issues to avoid disruptions in our business. Our discussions are interactive and participation is encouraged to ensure all ideas and perspectives are addressed.
Meet the Board

Matt Woods
Matt is the founder and director of Ortho Consulting Group. He has built OCG to offer valuable solutions in executive search and fully managed global expansion programs.

Tim Spidel
Tim is the founder and owner operator of Spidel Burnfin, a leading executive search firm in the Wealth Management industry.

Drue De Angelis
Drue is the Managing Partner of The De Angelis Group which specializes in the Orthopedic Industry of Medical Devices.

Jaap Hoekstra
Jaap is the pioneer of a very large international executive search firm focused on finding expats for full time and project work.

Cliff Miras
Cliff is a Managing Partner of Cornerstone Search Group, a highly specialized pharma & biotech focused search firm.