Molding Search Group

Molding Search Group (MSG) is a niche United States-based executive search firm exclusively serving the plastics processing industry in North America and internationally. The company goes beyond recruitment to provide on-site and live-stream coaching on talent optimisation and executive development. The firm maintains a network of proven resources including Dev Warren (Ascendant Advisory, merger and acquisition services), Tony Jonas (Lean Transformations and executive coaching), and Rob Edwards (Executive Search and senior leadership development).

The company's mission is to develop true partnerships with stakeholders and senior leadership teams in the plastics industry, delivering breakthrough results through resources that generate significant value. MSG offers services including retained executive search, board and CEO placement, and their proprietary 5P Search Process alongside a Talent Connect System. They position themselves as more than a recruitment firm, addressing leadership challenges that extend to profitability and business optimisation.

Based in Conway, Massachusetts, Molding Search Group serves plastic processors with an understanding of the industry's specific challenges and opportunities. They publish The American Manufacturing CEO podcast and provide content addressing executive careers, lean manufacturing, talent management, and mergers and acquisitions. Their approach emphasises helping companies achieve not just great hires but sustainable growth and improved profitability.