Executive Search Firm & Staffing Agency

A national executive search and recruiting firm.

National Recruitment Expertise, with Local Rochester Roots.

JK Executive Strategies is a certified women-owned executive search and professional recruiting firm located in Rochester, NY and servicing clients nationwide.

We partner with diverse businesses and talent to transform workplaces and create long-term, synergistic partnerships.

Connecting Top Talent with Meaningful Mission

It is truly our greatest honor to come alongside non-profits helping them spread their message and impact. We are thrilled to help non-profit organizations with their unique needs. Our team understands the importance of empowering mission-minded people to help your organization, volunteers and community thrive.

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Using our

proven process...

Using our proven process...

We’ve completed 98% of all searches we’ve started.

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We’ve completed 98% of all searches we’ve started.

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It takes the industry on average 180 days* to hire and it takes us around 82 days.
*Average according to Indeed Report 2024

What We Do

Executive &
Leadership Search

Professional
Search

Fractional &
Interim Staffing

Nonprofit
Consulting

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Trusted by companies like yours

"We engaged JK Executive Strategies to help us find our company controller, which was a critical role. I was so impressed with their process and the result of finding the best candidate, who has added so much value to our company.

During their onboarding process at the beginning of the search, they really got to know our company. JK Exec is very invested in understanding the culture of a company and the needs for a role so they can find the right candidates. Honestly, they saved me so much time and found an amazing person, and I am so grateful."

Abby Reinhart

President/CEO, GP Flooring Solutions

"JK placed me with Mark Siwiec’s team two years ago. The opportunity to work with JK is easily the best job. It’s the first time at a job where I feel like I can go to work every day and be my true self…

Throughout the process JK is not just trying to help out the employer find the best fit for their position, but they’re also trying to take that potential candidate or employee and put them in the best possible position for themself and their career."

Edward Kelm

Chief Operating Officer

"We are so grateful for the support that JK Exec shared with us this year. We were looking for some really good talent in a couple of key roles and unfortunately we struggled to fill those positions, so I reached out to Jill and her team and they jumped right in and found some terrific candidates for us.

They handled the whole process, and it was very simple for my team. In a matter of a few weeks we had some qualified folks and they’ve been with us now going on nine months. We couldn’t be happier!"

Laura Heltz

Executive Director

"There are a million reasons why I love Jill Knittel and her incredible team...

They have found the most remarkable employees. And they do it not just for the sake of doing it, but every step of the way, they're also holding you by the hand, taking care of your needs, and making sure you feel good about everything they're doing. I would be lost without them and my business wouldn't be growing as quickly as it is without their assistance."

Mark Siwiec

Broker Owner

our mission

Why people choose our executive

search and recruiting firm.

Using our proven process...

As one of the leading executive search firms in Rochester and Buffalo, NY, we change the lives of the clients we serve and the candidates we work with. We take that responsibility very seriously.

Inspiring workplace transformation between diverse businesses and leaders through transparent processes and strategic guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does JK Executive Strategies offer?

JK Executive Strategies is a certified women-owned national executive search and professional recruiting firm headquartered in Rochester and Buffalo, NY. They specialize in:

  • Executive & Leadership Search: C-suite and VP-level talent acquisition.
  • Professional Search: Mid-to-senior level specialized placements.
  • Fractional & Interim Staffing: Flexible leadership and contract talent.
  • Nonprofit Consulting & Search: Dedicated recruitment for mission-driven organizations.
  • Compensation Analysis & Resume Services: Strategic advisory for pay structures and candidate branding.

JK Executive Strategies completes executive searches in an average of ~82 days, compared to the industry average of 180 days. Additionally, they maintain a 98% completion rate across all search engagements undertaken.

While rooted in Upstate New York (Rochester and Buffalo), JK Executive Strategies operates nationally. They are affiliated with the Sanford Rose Associates® network—ranked among the top 10 largest search networks in the U.S.—giving them nationwide reach and deep talent access.

Key differentiators include:

  • Certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) status.
  • Cultural & Strategic Alignment: Deep onboarding to understand client culture beyond skill requirements.
  • Faster Time-to-Hire: ~82 days average placement timeline.
  • High Engagement: 98% completion rate on started searches.

Companies can request a consultation directly through the JK Executive Strategies Contact Page, call their Rochester office at 585.417.9690, or submit a hiring inquiry via their website forms.

Looking for top-tier talent to fill your critical roles

Contact us today to discover how our proven executive search process connects you with the perfect candidates for your organization.