Testimonials

“Kate provided candid, real-time guidance when I was evaluating an offer and navigating a counter. Her understanding of the CMO market was spot on, and her advice directly influenced both my approach and the outcome. She’s a trusted sounding board when you need clarity, not noise.”

– CMO, Am Law 100 firm

“Working with Cheyenne has been one of the most supportive and transparent recruiting experiences I’ve had. From our first conversation, she provided clear insight about a new career opportunity, realistic expectations, and thoughtful guidance on positioning my experience competitively. She didn’t just present a new opportunity; she helped me understand the dynamics shaping the decision-making process, the relevant stakeholders, and how to navigate each stage.

What stood out most was how genuinely supported and advocated for I felt throughout the process. Cheyenne communicated consistently, prepared me thoroughly, and ensured I never felt like I was navigating the process alone. Her transparency, responsiveness, and steady counsel built a high level of trust. She approaches recruiting as a true strategic partner, not simply a facilitator. I’m truly appreciative of her leadership, guidance, and support.“

– Placed Director Candidate, Am Law 200 firm

“It’s rare to find someone who can champion an industry and an individual. I’ve known Kate for close to a decade and have relied on her and her team for career guidance, industry benchmarks, hiring assistance and ultimately, placement and advocacy into a new role. It’s hard to quantify the impact KHS has had on my life. Salary negotiations, industry insight, perspective, and personal guidance; Kate’s impact extends far beyond the financial. I’m forever grateful for KHS.“

– Placed Senior Manager Candidate, Am Law 50 firm

“Throughout the recruitment process, KHS was communicative, thoughtful, transparent, and incredibly supportive. I always felt informed and advocated for, and I appreciated how accessible and engaged KHS was during every stage of the process. Their market insight and guidance made what can often be a stressful transition feel much more manageable, and I truly valued the professionalism and care KHS brought to the experience.”

– Placed Manager Candidate, Am Law 50 firm

“Kate and the team at KHS People have been a critical resource to our team – and really an extension of our team – for many years. 

Kate has worked with me through significant team expansion over the years, as a result of both organic growth and strategic acquisitions, and her backing and guidance as we pushed into the upper Am Law 100 ranks was incredible. She is my go-to for market intelligence, salary alignment, top-talent discoveries, and a “brain trust” for team challenges and hurdles. 

We are fiercely protective of our culture, and Kate invested the time to fully understand our values in order to present candidates that would be successful and happy on our team. Kate and team have an ear for hearing the nuance and larger context and have always produced exceptional candidates that align with who we are as a firm and our growth trajectory. The KHS People team understands each crucial element in hiring for a growth role and always pushes us to be considering all market factors. I am extremely grateful for the talent that KHS has placed on our team.”

– CMO, Am Law 100 firm

“My experience with KHS was exceptional. From the outset, Kate provided a clear, accurate understanding of the role and its strategic importance to the firm. Her communication was consistent and timely; every commitment she made, she met. Throughout the process, Kate demonstrated a deep understanding of my background and conveyed my value to leadership with precision and credibility. Her advocacy, preparation, and guidance at each stage, including during offer and salary discussions, made the process smooth, well‑informed, and efficient. Kate’s professionalism and judgment reflect the highest standard in executive recruiting.”

– Placed Director, Am Law 100 firm

“Kate is a trusted, informed, and deeply caring advisor to CMOs. While it can be lonely at the top, she is both beacon and guide, offering authentic, market-grounded counsel. She helps leaders build and sustain high-performing teams that reflect true market realities, while also serving as a steady sounding board for CMOs navigating career transitions, compensation conversations, and the complex leadership moments that require clarity, confidence, and discretion.”

– CMO, Am Law 200 firm

“I first saw Kate speak at a law firm event, and her data-driven approach to identifying the right candidate immediately resonated with me. In competitive intelligence – where the talent pool is small and the skill set is highly specialized – relying on instinct alone simply isn’t enough. As someone who relies heavily on data in my day-to-day work, a recruiting strategy grounded in analytics rather than gut feel was both compelling and reassuring. 

From the outset, Kate and her team took the time to understand not just the role, but my broader goals – for the position, for my team, and for how we support firm leadership and strategic decision-making. They asked thoughtful, strategic questions about my leadership style, team dynamics, and long-term aspirations. It felt like a true partnership rather than a transactional search. 

The process itself was seamless and transparent. The weekly check-ins kept everything moving and gave me confidence at every stage. We filled the role in record time for such a specialized position, and the hire has already strengthened our ability to deliver meaningful, data-driven insights to the firm. I would not hesitate to work with Kate again.

– Director of Competitive Intelligence, Am Law 50 firm