Emily Slocum
Principal
- Trusted advisor to senior HR leaders
- Specializes in building world-class people functions
- Partners with venture-backed startups, private equity firms, Fortune 500 companies, and global multinationals
About
Emily has an extensive track record of leading complex mandates for CHROs, Heads of Talent, and Total Rewards leaders, particularly during crucial periods of hypergrowth, organizational restructuring, or post-merger integration. Her strategic insight and functional expertise have made her a trusted advisor on long-term talent architecture, succession planning, and building future-ready HR leadership teams.
Her search work is comprehensive, covering the full spectrum of HR leadership roles, including Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, HR Business Partnering, Learning & Development, DEI, HR Technology, HR Operations, HR Transformation, and Employee Experience. Emily is highly regarded for her ability to identify and place strategic HR leaders who seamlessly align people strategy with organizational growth, culture, and operational excellence.
As a recognized thought leader in her field, Emily is known for bringing together senior HR communities through numerous events and content initiatives. She has held significant positions, serving on the global board of the Hedge Fund Association, co-leading PRMIA, and actively supporting 100 Women in Finance and hedge fund charities such as HFA and ALTSO. Currently, she chairs the board of Islesboro Preschool and holds a dual degree in Communications and Arts Administration from Simmons College.