About Us
KHS People specializes in connecting law firms with the business professionals who drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and shape strategy. Our retained executive search expertise is rooted in Marketing and Business Development leadership, while extending across the full spectrum of legal business professional roles. We know these positions demand more than technical skills; they require leaders who bring vision, cultural alignment, and the ability to influence within complex partnership environments.
Our Dual Client Commitment
Our work goes beyond filling roles. We build relationships and deliver solutions that position firms and candidates for long-term success. For firm clients, we bring clarity and structure through custom market analyses, candidate slates, and transparent timelines. For candidate clients, we offer thoughtful guidance through custom prospectuses, deep-dive interviews, and ongoing support throughout their journey. This dual focus ensures that both sides are informed, supported, and aligned from start to finish.
KHS People Senior Leadership
Kate Harry Shipham
Founder & CEO
Cheyenne Cupp
Director of Operations & Strategy
Allan Nacapuy
Director of Marketing
Our Full Suite of Services
In addition to our signature executive search, KHS People offers a selection of advisory services to help firms strengthen their teams and strategies. These services were developed and formalized to meet increasing client demand for data-driven, strategic guidance.
Executive Search
KHS People’s executive search engagements are conducted on an exclusive, retained basis, enabling a disciplined and highly personalized process. This approach allows us to identify and secure leaders whose experience, judgment, and strategic perspective advance long term firm objectives. Learn more
Career Exploration
As business professionals advance in their careers, the focus naturally shifts from simply finding a new job to engaging in intentional career exploration centered on alignment, leadership style, and long term direction. Career exploration at this level is about impact, scope, and cultural fit rather than title alone. Our approach is designed to support that process with clarity, discretion, and a thoughtful framework that respects both the individual and the firm. Learn more
Structure Assessment
Our Structure Assessment provides a comprehensive review of how your teams are organized, how responsibilities are distributed, and how effectively performance supports strategic objectives. Through a disciplined evaluation process, we identify structural strengths, uncover areas for refinement, and surface the issues that matter most to leadership. The outcome is practical guidance on team design, resource allocation, and organizational readiness to support sustained growth and measurable performance. Learn more
Competitive Analysis
KHS People’s competitive analysis extends well beyond basic role descriptions and organizational charts, delivering meaningful insight into how peer and competitor firms structure their business professional teams. KHS People develops detailed market maps that clarify reporting lines, functional scope, and leadership design so you can better understand your market position and identify areas of opportunity. These insights equip firms with the information needed to strengthen recruiting strategy, support retention, and make informed structural decisions with confidence. Learn more
Compensation Alignment
Our approach to compensation alignment is grounded in proprietary salary surveys and rigorous market research, delivering precise benchmarks across roles, levels, and geographic markets. This framework helps firms remain competitive in attracting high caliber talent while maintaining fairness and internal consistency to support retention. By incorporating regional cost of living considerations and detailed market analysis, we provide a comprehensive view that informs confident, well structured compensation decisions. Learn more
Retention Strategy
A firm builds strength not only through recruitment, but through a deliberate retention strategy that sustains performance over time. KHS People partners with firms to design retention strategies that keep high performers engaged, supported, and invested in the organization’s future. We examine the factors that most influence tenure and commitment, including role definition, compensation alignment, leadership support, advancement pathways, and the day to day professional experience. When these elements are aligned within a cohesive retention strategy, firms are better positioned to preserve institutional knowledge, reduce turnover risk, and maintain consistent performance across their business professional teams. Learn more
Succession Planning
KHS People’s approach to succession planning equips firms to navigate leadership transitions with foresight and stability. Our succession planning process connects individual development with strategic firm priorities, creating clear pathways that support both organizational continuity and professional advancement. By planning intentionally for future leadership roles, firms preserve institutional knowledge, minimize disruption, and build confidence that the next generation of leaders is prepared to step forward. Learn more