Executive Search & Career Coaching
Matchmaking at the level of meaning.
We connect purpose-driven organizations and senior professionals in the Netherlands — not just on knowledge and experience, but on authentic leadership, intrinsic motivation, and purpose fit.
Why SYNC
More than a recruiter.
Beyond the CV
We build candidate profiles that capture purpose, values, and intrinsic motivation — not just qualifications. Because the best matches go deeper than a job description.
Coaching-backed search
Ginette is a trained coach as well as an executive recruiter. That means sharper conversations, better self-knowledge for candidates, and stronger matches for organizations.
20+ years, deep network
Decades of executive search across social impact, innovation, and sustainability sectors in the Netherlands. Long-term relationships with the professionals who matter.
How it works
The SYNC process.
For organizations seeking purpose-aligned leadership.
Deep briefing
We go beyond the job spec. Together we explore your mission, culture, and the kind of leader who will genuinely thrive — not just perform.
Purpose-first search
We mobilize our network and approach candidates with purpose alignment as the first filter. We look for who they are, not just what they've done.
The match
We present two or three carefully selected candidates. Every conversation starts from a place of meaning — for the organization and the professional.
What we offer
A match for both sides.
For organizations
Executive Search
You're on a mission. We find the leader who shares it. Our search goes beyond competencies to match on purpose, authentic leadership, and intrinsic motivation.
- Profiles that describe purpose and values, not just experience
- Access to senior professionals who are ready for a meaningful next step
- Matchmaking that empowers both sides
- Coaching support to sharpen the role and profile before we search
For professionals
Match Coaching
Your career is a meaningful part of your life. We help you understand what success really means for you — and find the position where you can live it.
- Access to impact-driven and meaningful positions
- Support in clarifying your own purpose and ambitions
- Coaching on whether a role truly fits your growth trajectory
- An honest sounding board for career moves — independent of any active search
What clients say
“SYNC understood immediately what kind of leader we were looking for — not just on paper, but in terms of who they are. The match was exactly right.”
“Ginette helped me see what I actually wanted from my next role. The conversation went far beyond the vacancy — it was about what drives me.”
“What sets SYNC apart is the depth. Every candidate they brought us had genuinely thought about why this role mattered to them.”
Common questions
What makes SYNC different from a standard executive search firm? +
Most search firms match on CV and competencies. We match on purpose, intrinsic motivation, and authentic leadership. Ginette is a trained coach as well as a recruiter — which means the conversations go deeper and the matches last longer.
Which sectors do you specialize in? +
We work with organizations where innovation, social impact, sustainability, and economic development are central to the mission. Sectors include cultural institutions, foundations, management consulting, sustainable finance, and impact-led corporates.
How long does an executive search take? +
A typical search takes 8–12 weeks from briefing to final candidates. We prioritize quality over speed — thorough conversations with candidates take time, and that investment pays off in matches that hold.
Do you work with candidates who are not in an active search? +
Yes. Match Coaching is available independently of any active vacancy. If you're at a career crossroads and want clarity on your next move, Ginette works with you as a confidential sparring partner.
What is the geography of your work? +
Our primary market is the Netherlands, with a focus on Amsterdam and the Randstad. We have a strong network across the Dutch social impact and innovation ecosystem.
How do I get started? +
Send us a message or call Ginette directly. Whether you're an organization with an open senior role or a professional ready for a meaningful next step, the conversation starts the same way: with listening.
Ready for a meaningful match?
Whether you have a senior role to fill or a career move to make, the conversation starts with listening.
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