Egon Zehnder International is one of the world's leading executive search firms with 62 offices in 37 countries, specializing in assessing and recruiting business leaders.
Chris Thomas from Egon Zehnder International, who will head the search, has a successful relationship with Collingwood having been involved in the appointment of former CEO Greg Swann, current Director of Marketing David Emerson and Chief Operating Officer Eugene Arocca.
Thomas, who will work in consultation will the Collingwood board, said "We are privileged to once again be assisting one of the world's leading sporting clubs in the appointment of the new CEO. The successful candidate inherits the great challenge of sustaining the Club's competitive business edge."
In the meantime it will be business as usual at the Collingwood Football Club as the club continues strong growth in membership, marketing, hospitality and the hotel and entertainment industry.
