Stephen Zafarino

Stephen Zafarino is an Associate Partner at ThinkingAhead Executive Search, where he leads the Technology Practice. With over a decade of experience in executive search, he specializes in recruiting talent for sectors such as Cybersecurity, Fintech, and SaaS. His expertise encompasses identifying and attracting candidates for various roles, including Go-To-Market (GTM), Operations, and Technology positions, ranging from C-Suite executives to individual contributors.12

Zafarino's approach is characterized by a commitment to developing tailored recruiting strategies that effectively meet the specific needs of clients, which include both established enterprises and high-growth startups backed by venture capital and private equity. He has a proven track record of successfully placing leaders at all levels within these organizations.12 His work is driven by a passion for technology and digital transformation, enabling him to deliver results efficiently.1

In addition to his role at ThinkingAhead, Zafarino has held key positions at other prominent organizations, contributing to his extensive network and understanding of the recruitment landscape.3