Dna Headhunting

DNA Headhunting is a Danish executive search firm based in Charlottenlund near Copenhagen, founded by partners Jesper Madsen, Frank Knudsen and Niels Prehn. The firm specialises in executive search, executive coaching and outplacement services, with a 92% client retention rate over ten years, demonstrating strong partnership relationships.

Founded by former C-level professionals, DNA Headhunting takes a highly consultative approach to recruitment, viewing executive search as more than filling a role - rather, as finding the right match of person, place and purpose. The firm engages with Denmark and internationally, supported by membership in Kennedy Executive Search and Consulting's global network, which enables consistent, cross-border searches for suitable candidates.

The founding partners bring significant experience: Jesper Madsen has recruited C-suite executives since 2007 across consumer, retail, digital, e-commerce, life sciences, IT and telecommunications; Frank Knudsen has conducted C-level and functional manager recruitment across industrial sectors since 2006 and previously served as CEO of a major executive search company; Niels Prehn has been a prominent figure in Danish executive search for 25+ years with extensive network and expertise in candidate assessment and market understanding. The firm commits to transparent, high-quality service that respects and values both clients and candidates.