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Judy Wert
Executive Search | Design & Innovation (& available for Board positions)
Judy Wert is a co-founder of Wert&Co., an executive search firm specializing in design and innovation. With over 25 years of experience, she has built a strong reputation in the industry, particularly for her humanistic approach to recruitment, which emphasizes empathy, intuition, and curiosity in building relationships with clients and candidates alike.
Wert&Co. has established itself as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups, focusing on hiring design leadership and fostering creative talent. Judy began her career as a graphic designer and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the University of Michigan, which informs her understanding of the creative process and the needs of design professionals.124
In addition to her executive search work, Judy is an active speaker on topics related to work, career development, and design, and has been featured in prominent publications such as Fast Company and Fortune. Her firm, which she started with her husband Jeff in 1995, has evolved significantly, adapting to the changing landscape of design and technology.123