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May 20–21, 2026 · King of Prussia, PA

The Gap Between
Search Firms Is Widening

Some firms are pulling ahead. They are using AI to move faster, win more mandates, and deliver sharper outcomes to clients.

Others are stuck. Caught in tool overload. Trapped in pilots that never scale. Investing time and money without clear return.

The difference is not access to technology. It is clarity. Judgment.Execution.

And most firms do not have the time, internal alignment, or capacity to solve this on their own.

This is where that changes.
$2,150 per attendee
Two full days · All meals included · Dinner celebration
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About the Summit

A two day working session for firms that intend to lead.

The Executive Search AI Mastermind Summit is built for senior practitioners who understand what is at stake.

This is not a conference. It is a hands-on working session focused on how AI is reshaping search delivery, candidate sourcing, client relationships, and firm operations.

Over two days, you will work alongside a curated group of peers – owners, operators, and delivery leaders navigating the same pressures inside their firms. Together, you will explore what’s actually working, pressure-test ideas, and leave with tools and workflows you can put into practice immediately.

This is practical by design.

You will see real use cases. Work through real scenarios. Engage in real conversations with people solving the same problems in real time. And you’ll participate in a hands-on session where you’ll build and prototype an AI agent tied to a real business problem, sourcing, client development, or workflow efficiency.

By the end of Day 2, you’ll have a clear picture of where AI fits in your firm and how to move forward with confidence. Attendance is intentionally limited. If you’re here, you’re exactly who this is built for.

If you’re serious about how your firm competes over the next 12–24 months, join us.

2 Days

Full working sessions, May 20–21, 2026

100%

Hands-on, practical content — no filler

1Goal

Leave with AI workflows you can use immediately
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How to build and use AI agents

On Day 2, attendees will learn the fundamentals of what AI agents are, their capabilities, their limitations, and how to avoid costly implementation mistakes.

In a hands-on session with Clarion AI, you’ll build and prototype an AI agent tied to a real business problem, sourcing, client development, or workflow efficiency.

By the end of the summit, attendees will understand how to apply AI agents to executive search, have a functional prototype, and possess the knowledge required to scale these solutions professionally.

What You’ll Leave With

Tangible, ready-to-use outcomes — not slide decks.

No keynotes. No pitches. Just real conversation with peers you trust — and a great dinner to close the day.

01

A clear framework for where AI fits — and doesn’t fit — in your search delivery process

02 

Hands-on experience with the AI tools most relevant to executive search, sourcing, and research

03

Practical prompt libraries and workflow templates you can bring back to your team immediately

04

Peer connections with other owners and leaders who are navigating the same challenges

05

A realistic view of what’s hype versus what’s delivering real ROI in search firms right now

06

Confidence to lead your firm’s AI adoption — with a concrete plan to move forward

Who Should Attend

Built for leaders who are serious about staying ahead.

If you run a search firm, lead delivery, or own the technology and operations decisions — this is for you.
  • Firm owners and managing directors
  • CEOs and COOs of search firms
  • Search delivery and practice leaders
  • Research and sourcing leaders
  • Technology and AI decision-makers
  • Operations leaders in executive search
  • Partners shaping firm strategy
  • Leaders curious about what's next

Program at a Glance

Two focused days. Built to move fast and go deep.

Day 1 — Wednesday

May 20, 2026

7:30-8:30

Arrival + breakfast

8:30-9:00

Welcome - General Session

9:00-10:30

Rotation 1 - Small groups

10:30-10:45

Break

10:45-12:15

Rotation 2 - Small groups

12:15-1:00

Lunch

1:00-2:30

Rotation 3 - Small groups

2:30-2:45

Break

2:45-4:15

Rotation 4 - Small Groups

4:15-5:00

Open discussion - General Session

6:00 PM

Group Dinner Celebration

Day 2 — Thursday

May 21, 2026

7:30-8:30

Breakfast + coffee Open

8:30-9:00

Day 1 - recap + set the stakes What "agent-ready" actually means

9:00-12:00

Deep Dive into - Executive Search AI Agents General session

12:00-1:00

Lunch

1:00-3:00

Review best practices - Consultant office hours General session

3:30-4:15

1:1 - Conversations Speaker

4:15-4:30

Close - General Sessions

What’s Included

Everything you need — all in.

Full Two Days

All sessions, labs, and working groups — May 20 & 21, 2026

All Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and breaks included both days

Dinner Celebration

Hosted dinner on the evening of Day 1 — a great way to close

Materials & Templates

Prompt libraries, workflow templates, and session resources

Peer Network

Access to a curated group of executive search leaders

Travel + Logistics

Everything you need to get here.

Nearest Airport

PHL — Philadelphia International Airport

Approximately 25 minutes by car
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Venue Address

Crowne Plaza
King of Prussia

260 Mall Blvd

King of Prussia, PA 19406
United States

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Registration

Full Summit Fee

$2150

  • Two full days — May 20 & 21, 2026
  • All meals included both days
  • Hosted dinner celebration on Day 2
  • Materials, templates & resources
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Looking forward to seeing you in King of Prussia.

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