Executive hiring isn't slowing because leadership is no longer needed. Private equity sponsors are becoming more selective, prioritizing executives who can deliver measurable results and drive enterprise value. In this Marketing Insights feature, Tim Russell, Managing Partner at The Tolan Group, explores the changing expectations for healthcare leadership and what they mean for organizations and executives navigating today's market.

Behavioral health continues to be one of healthcare's most dynamic sectors, driven by growing demand, expanding care models, and continued private equity interest. In this Marketing Insights feature, Tim Tolan, Founder and Managing Partner of The Tolan Group, shares his perspective on emerging opportunities, evolving leadership needs, and the critical role experienced executives play in helping behavioral health organizations grow and scale. Read the full Marketing Insights

What drives successful executive search outcomes? At The Tolan Group, it’s a combination of industry expertise, a collaborative delivery model, and technology that enhances efficiency without replacing the human element. In this Marketing Insights feature, Rachel Gauthier, Managing Partner and Chief Client Delivery Officer, shares how TTG’s disciplined approach supports a 99% search completion rate and an average time-to-fill of 10–12 weeks. Read the full Marketing Insights

The executive search market faced significant headwinds throughout 2024 and 2025, from slower hiring decisions and delayed searches to reduced private equity activity. In this Marketing Insights interview, Managing Partner Kaye Johnson shares how The Tolan Group stayed disciplined, strengthened client relationships, embraced technology, and remained focused on its core sectors while preparing for the market’s recovery. Read the full interview

The Tolan Group (TTG), a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 Healthcare Executive Search Firm, is pleased to announce the successful placement of Ben Heck as General Manager, Payer, Provider & Technology at Point-of-Care Partners, bringing more than 25 years of progressive leadership and consulting experience across healthcare strategy, operations, technology, and large-scale implementation. Point-of-Care Partners (POCP) is an employee-owned health IT management consulting firm that helps he

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL - The Tolan Group (TTG), a Hunt Scanlon Top 50 Healthcare Executive Search Firm, is pleased to announce the successful placement of Ben Heck as General Manager, Payer, Provider & Technology at Point-of-Care Partners, bringing more than 25 years of healthcare consulting and leadership experience spanning payer, provider, life sciences, and healthcare technology. Point-of-Care Partners (POCP) is an employee-owned health IT management consulting firm that helps

PE EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION Q2 2026

Growth through acquisitions, geographic expansion, and value-based care created new leadership needs for Behavioral Health Solutions, a PE-backed behavioral healthcare platform. The Tolan Group recruited a COO, CFO, and CMO, with searches averaging fewer than 13 weeks. All three executives remain with BHS today. Explore how TTG helped strengthen leadership across operations, finance, and clinical strategy.