Seth De La Riva

Seth De La Riva is the CEO and Founder of Direct Executive Search Inc., a firm specializing in executive search within the Renewable Power, CleanTech, and Private Equity sectors. With nearly a decade of experience in the search industry, Seth has established himself as a leader in placing candidates for various prominent companies in the utility-scale and distributed generation renewable power space, including Independent Power Producers (IPPs), Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firms, utilities, and startups across North America.12

In his role, Seth leverages his extensive knowledge of the renewable marketplace and maintains a broad network of candidates to assist rapidly growing companies in scaling their operations. His firm has successfully completed numerous Vice President and C-level assignments for top private equity firms and venture capitalists. Additionally, he provides strategic consulting and HR support to startups, helping them navigate through critical hiring phases.12

Seth's professional background is marked by his commitment to delivering tailored recruitment solutions that meet the specific needs of clients in the renewable energy sector. His efforts have been recognized by industry peers, highlighting his effectiveness as a recruiter who prioritizes client interests.2