Finding C-Suite talent for the community and economic development industry.

HRS, Inc. is a privately held, client-centric corporation focused exclusively on identifying and evaluating C-Suite talent for the community and economic development industry. HRS provides clients with the best talent and creative leadership solutions available. The firm is recognized as a premier consultancy based on performance, contributions to industry “best practices,” and access to industry thought leaders.

Downtown / Urban

Downtown / Urban

HRS has placed more downtown leaders than any other firm in the industry – leaders who are driving some of the most recognized national programs in cities throughout North America.

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Rural Development

Rural Development

HRS understands the importance of rural communities to our national economy and related issues critical to rural growth and sustainability such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, business and entrepreneurship.

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Regional Development

Regional Development

HRS is familiar with programs focused on business recruitment and retention, site selection, business investment and advocacy, workforce and talent development, and technology and innovation.

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The HRS Difference

HRS LogoPersonal Attention: HRS only accepts a small number of projects at a time so we can provide an intense level of attention to each client.  We strive to understand and promote the individual uniqueness of every community and recognize the impact dynamic organizations have on their economies.

Research and Recruiting conducted by the firm’s principals: we are “hands on.” We employ state of the art research techniques combined with vast networks built over many years.

Our leadership research provides the basis for evaluating both traditional and non-traditional candidate’s for executive leadership roles.

Our placements demonstrate our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Onboarding services are offered to ensure maximum success and return on investment.

Our Hallmarks: Integrity, Knowledge and Service.