1. Information Technology Search Capabilities
Charles Herman
Managing Partner
Chicago Information Technology Search Practice

2. Why Lucas Group?
Lucas Group is North America’s premier executive search firm.
Since 1970, our culture and methodologies have driven superior
results.
We have successfully built partnerships across a multitude of
verticals, working with organizations from start-ups and mid-tier
companies to Fortune 500 firms to find transcendent, executive
talent.
Through precise career consultation, we provide the ability for our
candidates to fully realize and achieve their career ambitions.
Our 40 years of experience have consistently ranked us in the top
10 companies in executive search.
We provide trusted, consultative service by truly listening and
responding to the needs of our clients and candidates.

3. Why Lucas Group?
With an average
associate tenure of 12
years, Lucas Group is
here to stay in a world
of transient recruiting
"experts."
Over 30,000
placements world-wide.
We provide value!
You talk. We listen.
We'll surround you with
meaningful attention
that fosters a long-term
relationship.
(L to R) Lee Cohen, USNA; Paul
Fierszt, USCGA; Nate Hope USMA;
Michael Mercier, USAFA

4. Why Lucas Group?
We have over 300 recruiting resources. Many of our recruiters have
had direct experience working within their field.
Combining local knowledge with a national reach, Lucas Group has
the geographical breadth and the industry depth necessary to deliver
results.
15 locations in the United States:
› Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, DC, Denver, Houston, Irvine, Las
Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Phoenix, San Diego and Tampa.
Privately held
› In 2007, the majority interest of Lucas Group was sold to HIG Capital, a
Miami based private equity firm, giving Lucas Group a stronger platform for
future growth opportunities.
We listen. We understand. We deliver.

5. National Practice Group Specialty Areas
National Practice Groups
Information Technology
Legal
Accounting & Finance
Human Resources
Sales & Marketing
Operations Non-Manufacturing
Operations, Supply Chain, & Manufacturing
Military Transition

6. Information Technology Practice Group
Information Technology Practice Group
Managing Partner, Chicago IT - Charles Herman
Applications / Software
Design, Development, Sales & Consulting
Technical Management/Functional IT
Executive Leadership, Sr./Mid Management, PMO
Professional Services
Sales, Development, Staff Augmentation & Consulting
Infrastructure / Operations
Architecture, Engineering, Sales & Consulting

7. What We Do Best!
We identify, assess, and deliver. All three are critical components
when working with the best talent. We pride ourselves in being able
to determine our clients’ specific needs and deliver to their
satisfaction.
We know where to look for the ‘right’ candidate, how to assess if
they fit our clients’ requirements, and most importantly we deliver the
individual by closely monitoring the entire interview to offer process.
We invest heavily in technology & tools. Our international proprietary
database consists of over 2 million candidates.
We focus deep on the training, development, and coaching of our
recruiters and leaders.
We maintain dialogue throughout and after the process.
We have a long-term partnership mind-set and never stop at the
placement.

8. ‘Full Circle’ Search Process
Lucas Group tailors your search to your specific needs, assessing
and qualifying each characteristic necessary to fill your positions
with the best talent.
Research
To develop
a winning plan
Detailed Interview Process
Carefully evaluate
talent to match needs
Presentation
of most qualified candidates
Identifying
The best potential candidates
for the search
Balanced Deal Focused Negotiation
Through communication of both client and candidate
to deliver above industry placement rates and acceptances
Follow Through
Once offer is accepted to support candidate
through the transition to client employer
Analyzing Client’s
Specific Needs

9. Sample Recruitment Opportunities
IT Management / Functional IT
 CEO, President or COO
 Chief Information Officer/VP of IT
 Chief Technology Officer
 (Sr.) Director of IT
 Director/Manager of Software Development
 Program Manager/Project Management Office
 Functional Project Manager
 Team/Project Lead
Sales & Business Development
 VP/Director of Sales
 Client Partner
 Engagement Manager (Business Development)
 Sales/Account Executive (Product/Services Sales)
 Alliance Manager
 Pre-Sales/Sales Engineer
Technology Resources
 Senior/Enterprise Architect
 Software Engineer/Developer/Programmer
› Systems/client server & web based
› Packaged (ERP/CRM)
› Custom Development
› C++, Visual C++
› .NET Framework (C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET)
› Java/J2EE
› PHP
› Open Source
› Scripting (Python, Perl, Unix/Korn Shell)
 Database Architect/Developer/Administrator
 Business Intelligence/Information Management
 Business (Systems) Analyst
 Technical Project Manager
 Network Architect/Engineer/Administrator
 Systems Architect/Engineer/Administrator
 Technical Support/Hardware Engineer/Analyst
 Quality Assurance (Testing) Engineer/Analyst
 Information Security Director/Engineer

10. Partnered Companies
Respected and well-recognized global companies utilize Lucas Group as a critical
component of their human capital strategy. Our entire team takes pride in our
partnership with these leaders in their respective verticals, but more importantly we
know that we contribute significantly to their day-to-day success.
AIG
Alliant Energy
Allstate
Boeing
Boston Scientific
Capital Group
Caterpillar, Inc.
Centex Homes
Oracle Corp
Cox Communications
Dell, Inc.
Delta Airlines
Discover Financial
General Electric
Goldman Sachs
Global View Software
Goodyear
Hilton Hotels
Hyatt Corp
IBM
Kraft Foods
Kohler
KPMG
Liberty Mutual
Morgan Stanley
Motorola
Johnson Controls
PepsiCo
PwC
Sara Lee
Siemens
Target Stores
The Home Depot
UBS Financial Services
Zurich NA
Verizon
Wind Point Partners
Wrigley
UPS

11. Our Customer Care Program
Lifetime of Value!
We follow-up on a
consistent basis to
ensure satisfaction
on both sides of the
placement (client
and candidate).
Scheduled call to
the client and
candidate 14 and 75
days after
placement.
Scheduled
confidential survey
90-days after
placement.

12. Lifetime of Value Survey Results
96% of our clients
would recommend us
to others.
95% were pleased
with their candidate (s)
whom they hired.
96% said we
assessed and listened
to their needs
throughout the
process.
97% stated our staff
was professional and
courteous.
90% continued to
receive contact from
their recruiter after the
placement.