When it comes to startup hiring challenges, finding innovative sales and customer success (CS) leadership tops the list. In a city like Los Angeles, where the pace is fast and the stakes are high, you can’t afford to get it wrong. At Avenue Talent Partners, we help you cut through the noise and find leaders who don’t just talk the talk—they drive results in today’s rapidly changing world.
Why Hiring the Right Sales and CS Executives Matters for Your LA Startup
Sales and CS executives are often some of your first hires and the most impactful when it comes to your company’s growth trajectory. But getting it wrong? That’s costly. A failed VP of Sales hire with a $400k+ OTE could quickly turn into a $2-5MM+ disaster when you factor in severance, legal fees, team turnover, lost productivity, and the immense opportunity cost.
Every minute spent on the wrong hire is a minute lost—one that could have been spent building momentum and keeping your investors happy.
How Avenue Talent Partners Is Different from Other Executive Recruiting Firms in Los Angeles
The old playbooks don’t cut it in today’s market. That’s why our approach at Avenue Talent Partners is anything but conventional. While other executive search firms might shuffle you through their process, treating you like just another number, we’re here to do things differently.
At ATP, we are:
- Specialists: No two startups are alike. We take the time to understand your unique needs, your team, and your mission to find the perfect fit—every time.
- Agile: The startup landscape is ever-changing, and so are we. We adapt, pivot, and stay ahead of the curve to bring you candidates who can do the same.
- Concierge: From the initial search to interviews to post-hire support, we’re with you every step of the way. No handoffs, no dropping the ball—just seamless support from start to finish.
This is why we can cut the average search time from 6 months to 90 days and still maintain a 98% interview-to-hire ratio.
We’re Not for Everyone, and That’s Okay
We’re not your typical executive search firm, and we’re not for everyone. We do our best work with founders and CEOs who:
- Understand that hiring is a strategic priority and are committed to doing it right.
- Value clear, open communication—even when it’s tough.
- Prioritize people over transactions, recognizing that long-term success comes from investing in relationships.
- Consider the short, near, and long-term impacts of their decisions and are ready to make informed choices.
- Aren’t afraid to ask for help when needed and understand the importance of getting hiring right through a proven process.
If you’re looking for a quick fix or just another stack of resumes, we’re probably not the firm for you. But if you’re ready to build a leadership team that will drive meaningful results, we’re here to help.
Our Recruiting Process: Proven, Personal, and Precise
Our secret sauce isn’t really a secret—it’s a combination of deep industry expertise, a methodical approach, and an unwavering commitment to our clients. Here’s how we do it:
- Kickoff and Discovery: We start by getting to know you and your team inside and out. This deep dive allows us to engage, attract, and hire the best talent for your startup.
- GTM Strategy: We tell your story like you would—maybe even better. By leveraging our extensive network, we find sales and CS executives who resonate with your brand and are excited about your mission.
- Candidate Curation: Our rigorous screening process ensures that we only present a select few candidates who are truly qualified, so you don’t waste time on the wrong profiles.
- White-Glove Service at Every Step: From real-time updates to weekly strategy sessions, our airtight system keeps you informed and confident throughout the process.
- After-Hire Care: Our support doesn’t end when you make a hire. We’re here for the critical transition period, ensuring your new executive is set up for success from day one.
- We Go High When Others Go Low: In a market filled with transactional approaches, we choose a different path. When competitors go low to transact, we go high to embrace the power of people and discovery. We believe that true recruiting excellence comes from understanding the person behind the resume and discovering how their strengths align with your business goals.
Trusted by Top Startups in Los Angeles
Don’t just take our word for it—ask the startups that have partnered with us and seen the difference Avenue Talent Partners can make:
These companies are living proof that when you partner with ATP, you’re not just filling a role—you’re making a strategic investment in your company’s future.
Roles We Help Startups Hire
When it comes to hiring trustworthy executives in Los Angeles, we specialize in roles that drive growth and operational excellence, including:
- Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
- Chief Customer Officer (CCO)
- Executive Vice President of Sales
- Senior Vice President of Sales
- Vice President of Sales
- Head of Sales
- Executive Vice President of Customer Success
- Senior Vice President of Customer Success
- Vice President of Customer Success
- Head of Customer Success
- Executive Vice President of RevOps, Sales Operations & Enablement
- Senior Vice President of RevOps, Sales Operations & Enablement
- Vice President of RevOps, Sales Operations & Enablement
- Head of RevOps, Sales Operations & Enablement
Other Ways We Can Help Your Startup Grow
Our services go beyond executive search. We’re here to optimize your entire hiring process with a range of consultative services:
- Hiring Diagnostic and Development: We’ll audit your current hiring process, identify areas for improvement, and provide actionable insights to enhance your approach.
- Job Descriptions and Ideal Candidate Profiles: Attract the right talent by defining and communicating exactly what you need in a candidate.
- Hiring Scorecards: Streamline your evaluation process with customized scorecards designed for consistency and efficiency.
- Interview Training and Support: Empower your team to conduct effective interviews, or let us assist throughout the process.
- Go-to-Market Hiring Strategy and Networking: Leverage our network and database to find the perfect candidates for your needs.
- Offer Creation and Negotiation: Craft offers that start relationships off on the right foot, ensuring all parties are excited for the future.
- Founder Consulting and Coaching: Tap into our startup expertise to overcome common pitfalls and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.
The success of your startup depends on getting the right leaders in place. It’s too important to leave it to chance. At Avenue Talent Partners, we’ve been through the challenges, learned from the mistakes, and refined a process that works. We’re proud to be the executive recruiters Los Angeles startups trust to bring in the best talent.
Reach out today, and let’s make sure your next hire is the right one.