Larry Williams
About Larry Williams
Larry Williams serves as the Senior Vice President of IT, Marketing, Product, Engineering, and Sales in the Executive Search Practice at Addison Group, focusing on start-ups and high-growth organizations. He has extensive experience in executive recruitment and has held various leadership roles in the industry since 2004.
Work at Addison Group
Larry Williams has served as the Senior Vice President of IT, Marketing, Product, Engineering, and Sales within the Executive Search Practice at Addison Group since 2004. In this role, he focuses on conducting national searches for executive positions, including CIO, CTO, CMO, CISO, Head of Product, and COO. Over his tenure, he has managed and mentored both sales teams and recruiters, contributing to the growth and development of the organization. He was also one of the original six founders of the technology practice at Addison Group, establishing a foundation for future recruitment efforts in the tech sector.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Addison Group, Larry Williams held several significant positions in the recruitment and consulting sectors. He worked as a Business Development Manager at Randstad Technologies US from 2000 to 2002 in the Greater Chicago Area. Prior to that, he served as an Executive Recruiter at Gomez Partners from 1997 to 2000. His career also includes a role as a Tax Consultant at EY from 1992 to 1997 in Chicago, Illinois. Additionally, he was a Staffing Operations Manager at Kelly Services from 2002 to 2004, where he oversaw a $60 million IT consultant team serving major clients such as Kraft and Mondelez Foods.
Education and Expertise
Larry Williams earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from North Central College. His educational background laid the groundwork for his career in business development and executive search. His expertise encompasses working with start-ups, venture capital, and private equity-backed firms, as well as high-growth organizations. This focus allows him to effectively identify and recruit top executive talent in various sectors.
Athletic Background
During his time at North Central College, Larry Williams was a member of the national championship Track & Field team, specializing in javelin, shot put, discus, and hammer throws. His involvement in athletics reflects his commitment to discipline and performance, qualities that he brings to his professional endeavors.
Leadership and Management Skills
Throughout his career, Larry Williams has demonstrated strong leadership and management skills. At Addison Group, he has held various roles, including sales, branch manager, and Vice President of the Chicago region. His experience in managing teams and mentoring recruiters has contributed to the success of the organization and the development of its workforce.