Offering industry and sector knowledge and underpinning an approach on sound governance principles will create a good functioning board, but behaviours seem to really separate those Boards from a truly high-performing board.

In 25 years of Moon Executive Search, we've witnessed transformations in how leaders conduct operations, recruit top talent and fuel success. From the rise of remote work and the accelerating pace of technological advancements (including AI) to a growing emphasis on diversity and inclusion, the business landscape is constantly changing.

So, what do Exec Search leaders think the biggest change has been? 

The right Chair is more than a facilitator – they're the catalyst for focused, effective decision-making that drives success. In the last six months we’ve place 15 outstanding Chair candidates! These individuals bring strategic vision, governance expertise, and sector specific knowledge.

The tectonic plates of the technology landscape are shifting, and with them, the very fabric of tech hiring. In 2025, a new set of priorities and demands is reshaping how organisations find, attract, and retain top talent. At Moon's MET (Management, Engineering and Technical) Practice, we're on the front lines of these changes.

For over six centuries, Bristol Charities has been a cornerstone of the community, providing support through quality almshouse accommodation, targeted grants, community infrastructure, and charitable workspace. With assets and expertise in property, housing, grants, and investment, they are uniquely placed to respond to Bristol’s pressing challenges, including poverty, housing need, educational inequality, and community resilience.

In 25 years of placing CEOs, we've seen them ignite change – driving growth, leading turnarounds, even transforming entire industries.

This is just a snapshot of the sectors where their impact has been felt.

The right leader can be the difference between stagnation and groundbreaking success. But how do you consistently identify individuals who can drive growth, foster positive change, and align with your unique vision?

Selwood Housing provides local, affordable homes in the South West. They develop, manage, and maintain over 7,000 quality, affordable homes for rent and shared ownership, and aim to build an additional 1,700 new homes by 2034 to help address the housing crisis. As a Charity, Selwood reinvests all surpluses back into new homes, existing properties, and community support services, benefiting local people and those in housing need. They are seeking a Non-Executive Director (NED) to join their Board.

On Tuesday 24 June, Moon Executive Search joined the University of Bristol Business School to co-host the latest instalment of The Thought Leaders Series – a programme that brings together senior leaders, researchers, and change-makers to explore some of today’s most pressing global issues.

For over 30 years, Second Step has been putting mental health first, helping people and communities in the South West to build brighter futures. They work actively within the mental health, homelessness and complex needs sectors, supporting individuals with common mental health concerns and severe needs.

Just as a New Moon signals a time for setting intentions, we've spent a quarter-century helping great leaders embark on new chapters and achieve their ambitions. Here's to 25 more years of continued growth and exciting opportunities!

St Margaret’s Hospice Care is a community-funded Charity in Somerset, supporting adults of all ages who face a life-limiting illness or require end-of-life care. They have been an integral part of the Somerset community for over four decades, providing compassionate and specialised palliative care, free of charge, to patients and their families when it matters most.

The Sun takes centre stage, and the Moon is at its most elusive.

A bit like us, really – you might not always see us, but for 25 years, we’ve been quietly working behind the scenes, connecting Great Leaders with Great Opportunities. We're always here, ready to shine when you need us most!

On 17 June 2025, Moon Executive Search, in collaboration with VWV, Narrow Quay HR, and Circle2Success, hosted the second NED Leadership Lab – an exclusive gathering of Non-Executive Directors (NEDs), Chairs, and Trustees.

Wiltshire and Swindon Sport (WASP), one of Sport England's 43 Active Partnerships, is looking for a dedicated Operations Director to help drive their mission of creating a more active nation. WASP is committed to transforming lives in Wiltshire and Swindon by making physical activity accessible to everyone.

Founded in 1824, the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution (BRLSI) began as a social and intellectual hub for Bath's citizens. After a quiet period in the 20th century, the BRLSI was revitalised in the early 1990s. Today, it's a thriving organisation with nearly 900 members, hosting over 120 world-class lectures annually across diverse subjects. It also boasts what is likely the city's largest museum collection and a significant historic library.

On June 18th, Moon Executive Search will join the South West’s leading tech minds at the Tech South West Digital Conference 2025 in Exeter. We’re proud to co-host a crucial session on Governance and Risk – Staying Ahead: Risk, Compliance, and Boardroom Responsibility for Non-Executive Directors.

I never set out to build just another Executive Search firm.

I started Moon because I believed there was a better, more personal way to connect leaders with opportunities and, in turn, connect businesses with the communities they serve.

As Moon was founded in June 2000, the Moon Team gathered this week to mark the moment. Our founding Directors Vanessa Moon and Brian Frost, and other members of the team shared their favourite memories and a few things we’re especially proud of from our time at Moon. The team presented Vanessa and Brian with a ceremonial plaque as we celebrated our journey together.

Voluntary Action North Somerset (VANS) are champions of the local non-profit sector. They have supported the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector for over 25 years – helping create a connected, inclusive and thriving community for all.