Horton International is pleased to announce the results of our recent board elections, marking a new and exciting chapter in our commitment to providing exceptional leadership solutions and executive search services. We are delighted to have Maneesh Ajmani continue as Chairman of the Board, alongside his role as Regional Director for EMEA.
Maneesh is joined on the board by Mafer Garibay, recently elected as Regional Director for the Americas, and Ani Närhi, who has joined as Board Observer, bringing valuable insights from the Northern European market. With these additions to the board, Horton International is well-positioned to continue its path of growth and innovation, helping clients navigate complex business landscapes.
Re-Election of Maneesh Ajmani
Maneesh shared:
“I’m honoured to be re-elected as the Chairman and look forward to my collaboration with our colleagues from across our over 40 offices, using our deep industry expertise and AI and analytics to offer innovative solutions to our clients.
I am delighted to welcome Mafer Garibay, our newly elected Regional Director for the Americas, and Ani Närhi, our Board Observer, to the Board. Together, we will continue to strengthen our global footprint, enhance our offerings, and solidify our position as the go-to partner for clients seeking transformative leadership solutions.
I would also like to express my thanks to Joshua Hollander for his valuable contributions during his time on the board and look forward to continuing our collaboration within the business.
Welcoming Mafer Garibay
Mafer commented:
“I am excited to take on the role of Americas Director at Horton International. With over 20 years of experience driving impactful strategies across diverse industries, I am eager to bring my expertise and passion for leadership development to this expanded role.
I’ve worked with incredible teams and leaders for years at Horton International, and I am inspired by the chance to work with a creative, dedicated group of people focused on the same purpose: empowering our clients to build transformative leadership teams and achieve sustainable growth. Together, we will maintain the strong position of our firm in the Americas and deliver on our promise of excellence.
In today’s evolving global landscape, organizations face unique challenges that require agile and innovative leadership solutions. At Horton International, we remain steadfast in our goal to provide comprehensive, forward-thinking strategies that enable our clients to navigate these complexities with confidence and create lasting value.
As I take on this role, I’m committed to grow and emphasize on our executive search and talent solutions as the cornerstone of our value proposition and boosting our leadership advisory services. It is a privilege to take on this role and I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with our teams and clients to drive meaningful outcomes and shape the future of leadership together..“
Ani Närhi Joins as Board Observer
Ani shared:
“I am honoured to take on the new role of Board Observer at Horton International. This position allows me to contribute an external angle to board work, hopefully enrich strategic discussions, and bring insights about the important Northern European market which I represent. I am excited to support Horton International in its global ambitions from this new perspective.”
We’re also pleased to confirm that Gary Woollacott continues as Regional Director for Asia Pacific, leveraging his extensive experience and insight to support the firm’s ongoing success across the region.
Horton International’s commitment to excellence and collaboration remains steadfast as the firm continues to deliver high-quality executive search and leadership consulting services worldwide. With Maneesh’s re-election and the addition of Mafer and Ani to the board, the organization is poised for continued growth and innovation in the years ahead
