Aileen K. Alexander

Aileen K. Alexander is the chief executive officer of Diversified Search Group (DSG), the largest woman-founded executive search firm in the world. Her responsibilities include oversight and management of the company. She previously served as vice chair, leading the firm’s Global Corporate Practice.

Alexander is a global board member of AltoPartners, a leading international alliance of executive search firms, with DSG as the exclusive U.S. partner. Based in Philadelphia, she is a recognized leader in the executive search and talent management industry, having led C-suite and board-level searches from large global corporations to high-growth entrepreneurial companies. She leverages her expertise in technology, cybersecurity, risk management and succession planning to enable clients to achieve their purpose and strategic priorities. Alexander is committed to ensuring client service that is creative, nimble, and responsive—always centered on people first—and building diverse teams that drive innovation, growth, and inclusive cultures.

Prior to joining DSG, Alexander was a managing partner at Korn Ferry, where she co-launched and co-led the firm’s Global Cybersecurity Practice. She had leadership responsibilities for Philadelphia and was also a member of the Technology Officers and Aerospace and Defense practices. She entered the industry with Heidrick & Struggles, in their Washington, D.C., office.

Before embarking on her career in executive search, Alexander worked in international security and defense policy at the Department of Defense and the U.S. House of Representatives. She is also a military veteran, having served as a captain in the U.S. Army. Alexander’s distinguished career is marked by significant leadership and service roles. She is a member of the CEO Council for Growth at the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Board of Directors for both the University City Science Center and the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Philadelphia Chapter. Additionally, she is a Board Member at her alma mater, Villa Joseph Marie High School in Holland, Pa.

Alexander’s accomplishments have earned her numerous accolades, including the Women of Distinction Award, the Power 101 Award, and recognition as a Veterans of Influence in Business Honoree. Her expertise and thought leadership have been featured in prominent publications such as Barron’s, Bloomberg, Forbes and Fortune.