Bobby Gormsen

Bobby Gormsen is a seasoned executive recruiter currently serving as the Director of Executive Search at Paradigm Search, which is now part of True Search. He has over 20 years of experience in technology recruiting, specializing in leadership roles within the tech industry.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Director, Executive Search at Paradigm Search (part of True Search).
• Previous Experience:
  • Riviera Partners: Served as Director, focusing on engineering and product searches for VC-backed and public companies. He played a key role in meeting the increasing demand for technology talent on the East Coast.
  • Frame.io: As VP of Talent, he built the recruiting and HR functions from scratch, contributing to the company's growth from $1 million to $50 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and its subsequent acquisition by Adobe.
  • Etsy: Held the position of Global Head of Recruiting during a significant growth phase leading up to Etsy's IPO.
  • Other notable roles include positions at Jetsetter, LimeWire, Google, and Yahoo.123

Education

Bobby Gormsen earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he also played lacrosse for the Tar Heels.1

Skills and Expertise

Bobby is recognized for his ability to identify and recruit top talent in competitive markets. His expertise lies in:

• Building effective recruiting strategies.
• Scaling teams in high-growth environments.
• Navigating the complexities of executive searches within technology sectors.145

His extensive background in both Silicon Valley and New York City markets positions him as a key player in connecting tech companies with executive talent.2