Ken Kanara

Ken Kanara is an experienced professional in executive search, interim executive placements, and on-demand consulting services, with a focus on middle market private equity and PE portfolio companies.

At ECA, he spearheads specialized project staffing and executive search initiatives to help clients secure top talent for value creation plans, covering roles like Portfolio Company CEOs, CFOs, and various operational and strategic positions.

His expertise extends to providing on-demand consultants for PMO, transformation, pricing strategy, and supply chain optimization, along with interim executives for CEO, CFO, and other leadership positions.

Ken's background includes a notable tenure as a management consultant at Strategy& (formerly Booz & Company), where he led diverse projects across different industries and global regions, including the United States and the Middle East.

He holds a BA in Economics with a Minor in Entrepreneurship from The Johns Hopkins University, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa.

Ken Kanara's professional journey includes key roles such as Managing Partner, President, and Managing Director at ECA, alongside positions at SeedInvest, Booz & Company, and Booz Allen Hamilton.

He has a robust network of candidates with backgrounds from prestigious management consulting firms, Big 4 accounting firms, investment banks, and private equity firms, enhancing his ability to match top talent with client needs effectively.