Larry Hartmann | Source | CEO at ZRG Partners
Larry Hartmann
Larry Hartmann is the CEO of ZRG, one of the fastest growing mid-sized global executive search firms. He is a results-driven leader with a broad business background in executive search. Hartmann is responsible for driving overall growth, client engagement and profitability of the firm. His focus is engaging and recruiting top talent to join the firm as well as selectively pursuing additional acquisitions that fit the ZRG culture. He also leads the charge in continuing to innovate and enhance the firm’s data driven value proposition.
Prior to joining ZRG in 2002, Larry Hartmann was a founder of Rockford Industries, a NASDAQ-traded commercial lending business that supported the medical device market. While at Rockford, the firm went from a pure start up, to an Inc. 500-recognized growth firm through IPO and ultimate sale to American Express. This experience provided a unique view of growing a business, raising capital and hiring talent. After the sale, Larry was an EVP with American Express for three years.
Larry Hartmann also has board of director experience. In addition to public company experience as a board member, he has also served on boards in both Private Equity-backed and venture-backed businesses. He has also served on the Equipment Finance Industry Foundation Board for six years and is a member of the Board of Kean University Business School and leads a non-profit board, Crossroads Job Network, which creates jobs for the community of Paterson, NJ.
Areas of Expertise: In addition to his responsibilities in leading the firm, Larry also supports senior level executive search engagements and consulting projects in the lending markets where ZRG has established a strong presence in several niche-lending areas. Larry also works with many private equity backed and family office backed clients with various human capital needs.
Education: Larry Hartmann is a graduate of The California State University at Fullerton Business School.
Hobbies and Interests: Larry is an avid golfer and sports fan.
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On the Hunt: ZRG's Global Talent Search
ZRG CEO Larry Hartmann discusses the tech-enabled talent advisory group's M&A strategy and being private in an executive search downturn.
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Presenting the 2023 Companies to Watch
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2025: No Great Resignation, Just a Talent Reset
Larry says, “The Great Resignation? It's NOT making a comeback in 2025.” He describes a "talent reset" as companies pull employees back to the office. Larry highlights the need for leaders skilled in hybrid work and tech advancements, marking a shift rather than a mass exodus. -
2025 CEO Outlook: Navigating Change with Agility and Optimism
Larry highlights the unexpected end of the Great Resignation and a shift from DE&I hiring. For 2025, he stresses defining hybrid work, anticipating policy changes, and embracing AI. Despite challenges, Larry is "cautiously optimistic," urging leaders to be proactive and agile to seize opportunities in a potentially robust market by year-end.
