StevenDouglas, a leading boutique Executive Search, Technology Staffing and Project & Interim Resources firm, announced record-breaking revenue for its Search division in the second quarter of 2026, alongside a series of industry honors. June 2026 marked the highest revenue month in the firm's 43-year history, and Q2 2026 was the largest quarter ever, putting the business 34% ahead of the previous year. Year-to-date, StevenDouglas is running 27% ahead of last year, on pace for its best year ever. This performance is particularly notable as summer is typically a slow period for recruiting services.
The firm's recognition includes being named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America, ranking as the #1 Executive Search Firm in South Florida by the South Florida Business Journal for consecutive years over the last decade, and being listed among the Top 100 Private Companies in South Florida. In Texas, StevenDouglas was recognized as the Top Executive Search Firm in North Texas by the Dallas Business Journal and the Largest Direct Hire & Permanent Placement Firm in the Houston Area by the Houston Business Journal. Additionally, Hunt Scanlon Media has continuously ranked StevenDouglas in its Top 50 Executive Search Firms in the Americas, as well as in sector-specific lists such as the Financial Sixty, Top 50 Leaders in Healthcare Services Search, Top 65 Most Prominent Executive Search Firms in the Nonprofit Sector, and Top 60 Recruiting Firms in Canada.
These accolades span the breadth of the firm's capabilities across various industries and geographies, validating its position as a full-service recruiting powerhouse. "Every recognition we receive is a reflection of the people behind it," said Shore. "Awards are deeply gratifying, but what matters most to us is the impact we have on our clients, candidates, and communities. These accolades reflect the effort of an incredible team of professionals who show up every day committed to delivering outcomes that change lives and businesses."
StevenDouglas's growth is not accidental but the result of a deliberate, culture-first philosophy that prioritizes hiring exceptional talent, investing in long-term client relationships, and maintaining counter-cyclical conviction during economic downturns. The firm has more than doubled in size over the past five years and is on track to exceed $130 million in annual revenue, with a network spanning more than 25 offices across the United States, Canada, and Latin America. This organic growth strategy has been successful, reinforcing its legacy of dominance in Florida, where the company has been headquartered since 1983.
