--- title: Home | Creative Talent Endeavors description: "Creative Talent Endeavors (CTE) is an innovative executive search firm that has successfully placed hundreds of executives, delivering unparalleled results and value to our clients. At the heart of our approach is Fairantee™, our value based pricing algorithm that has brought transparency and fairness to the industry for the first time.\n\nAt CTE, we proudly differentiate ourselves from other agencies in our space, creating a better environment for clients, candidates, and our employees. We provide exceptional value, starting from the moment clients receive a Fairantee™ for their search. This commitment to fairness and transparency sets CTE apart as a leader in the executive search industry.\n\nStep into the future of executive search with CTE, where every role receives the individual attention it deserves, without a one-size-fits-all price tag." image: https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/cte-featuredimage.png --- [Skip to main content](https://www.hirecte.com#main) [![CTE](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/cte-logo-da291c.svg) ![CTE](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/cte-logo-da291c.svg) ![CTE](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/cte-logo-da291c.svg) ![CTE](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/cte-logo-da291c.svg)](https://www.hirecte.com) - [Team](https://www.hirecte.com/team) - Show submenu for Executive Search Executive Search - [Executive Search](https://www.hirecte.com/executive-search) - [Ambassador Model](https://www.hirecte.com/ambassador-model) - [OneWin Subscription](https://www.hirecte.com/onewin-subscription) - [Outplacement](https://www.hirecte.com/momentum) - [Clients](https://www.hirecte.com/clients) - [Insights](https://www.hirecte.com/insights) - [Contact](https://www.hirecte.com/contact) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Team](https://www.hirecte.com/team) - Show submenu for Executive Search Executive Search - Executive Search - [Executive Search](https://www.hirecte.com/executive-search) - [Ambassador Model](https://www.hirecte.com/ambassador-model) - [OneWin Subscription](https://www.hirecte.com/onewin-subscription) - [Outplacement](https://www.hirecte.com/momentum) - [Clients](https://www.hirecte.com/clients) - [Insights](https://www.hirecte.com/insights) - [Contact](https://www.hirecte.com/contact) - [Request Your Fairantee™](https://www.hirecte.com/fairantee) [Request Your Fairantee™](https://www.hirecte.com/fairantee?hsLang=en) CHANGING THE FACE OF TALENT TM # What’s the next step in your people strategy? ### We help you find, retain, and support your talent. [Request Your Fairantee™](https://www.hirecte.com/fairantee?hsLang=en) [Contact us](https://www.hirecte.com/contact?hsLang=en) ###### Video Demonstration ## See How Fairantee Works ###### What we do ## We help you hire and grow. #### 1 ##### Ad Hoc Executive Search Individual retained search engagements for talent needs at the director level and above. Searches vary across corporate functions for leaders and individual contributors. #### 2 ##### Monthly Subscriptions OneWin™ is CTE’s subscription model. Your dedicated search team has an opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of your organization, delivering even better results while reducing your costs relative to individual search engagements. CTE Ambassador is a proactive talent pipelining program that finds the talent your organization is seeking before you have the need.   ###### Simplify Talent Search ## Have you been struggling with... ![3](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/3.svg) Overpriced executive search firms that don’t deliver? ![2](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/2.svg) Changing behavior but don’t know where to start? ![1](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/1.svg) Fixing your company’s culture but don’t know how? ![4](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/4.svg) Filling specific roles or building a diverse pipeline of talent? ## Stop pulling out your hair. You’re potentially exposing your organization to risk in keeping with the status quo. We can help you make impactful changes that will help you and your company achieve its goals. At CTE, we make it our mission to be a strategic thought partner and get you where you want to go. ## Introducing Fairantee™: The Future of Fair Pricing ###### Revolutionizing Recruiting Fairantee revolutionizes executive search pricing by using an AI-powered algorithm that considers the true complexity of each individual role. Here's how we are fixing a predatory pricing scheme that favors the firms, not the client. Step into the future of executive search with FairanteeTM, where every role gets the individual attention it deserves, without a one-size-fits-all price tag. [Request Your Fairantee™](https://www.hirecte.com/fairantee?hsLang=en) ![check](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/check.svg) **Dynamic Pricing Based on Real Factors** We consider a variety of factors such as location, industry demand, and work arrangement. ![check](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/check.svg) **Tailored Quotes for Every Role** Pricing reflects the actual work and expertise involved in each search, creating a system that is fairer to you. ![check](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/check.svg) **A Focus on Value, Not Salary** Pricing is based on the degree of difficulty and other factors, no more "one size fits all" approach. ![check](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/check.svg) **Energy Drain** When you feel drained or stressed after interactions with them. ###### What we do ## We help you hire and grow. ![Executive search icon](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/Executive%20search%20icon.svg) ## Executive Search Uncover the Talent Whether it's multiple roles or building a pipeline, we provide access to people you normally wouldn't be able to find. ![Advisory service icon](https://www.hirecte.com/hubfs/LL%20-%20CTE/images/Advisory%20service%20icon.svg) ## Advisory Services Don't Overthink It We design talent offerings that optimize employee engagement, profitability, and company culture. ![CTE\_Red\_Background\_Corrected](https://www.hirecte.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CTE_Red_Background_Corrected.png?width=1484&height=988&name=CTE_Red_Background_Corrected.png) ## Interested and not sure where to start? We got you! Let’s connect and we can see how CTE can add value to your organization. [Let's Connect](https://www.hirecte.com/contact?hsLang=en) ###### What People Say ## We understand how challenging it can be to navigate the talent market. Here's how we have supported our clients: - "It’s not often you can find a talented and efficient executive search firm that speaks the language of your business. CTE has proven to be that firm. **They have a gift for quickly establishing trusted relationships with hiring managers. This has resulted in reduced search times for our specialty searches.** Creative Talent Endeavors is a huge asset to our talent team and truly an extension of our amazing brand." — Stacey Payne, Chief People Officer, Daily Harvest - "The partners at CTE understand what’s special about our roles and our company and **have been able to (somehow magically) surface wonderful candidates whose qualifications and style match perfectly with what we need. **In addition to finding great talent, the CTE team is also just a great group of human beings who are easy to work with and who we’ve loved partnering with and getting to know." — Michele Bousquet, Chief People Officer, Strava - "We've been delighted to engage CTE for several executive roles and we've been incredibly impressed with their sourcing, as well as their ability to connect with candidates. In terms of sourcing, CTE has met or exceeded the quality of boutique Bay Area recruiting firms we've used. As for connection with candidates, **one successful executive hire told us that her interactions with CTE's recruiters were one reason she joined our company!"** — Adrien Treuille, Co-Founder & CEO, Streamlit - “My first interaction with CTE was actually from the candidate side. They approached me about an opportunity that ended up being perfect for me at Chipotle. **As a candidate, I was impressed by how well they understood, not only the role, but the long-term strategy and goals of the client.** Through the entire process I felt well taken care of and I am grateful for the partnership with CTE that led me to such an incredible opportunity with a great brand.” — Nevielle J. 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We take the time to develop an in-depth understanding of your unique challenges and identify a range of options to meet your needs. #### 2 ##### Receive a customized solution that solves your company's unique challenges. We work with you and your team as much or as little as you need, helping you implement solutions that meaningfully move the needle on your talent goals. #### 3 ##### Reap the benefits of top-tier support. We build deep relationships with you and your team, providing solutions to the evolving challenges you’ll face moving forward, from executive search to advisory support. 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