About Us

We offer the industry knowledge necessary to present you with the most qualified candidates for your business.

What We Do

At Brick Executive Search, we operate on a foundational principle: outstanding people are the engine of every successful organization. We are more than a headhunting firm; we are strategic partners relentless in building high-impact teams that drive product success and business growth. As a boutique firm, we are laser-focused on placing top-tier executives—including design and marketing creative leaders—within the fashion and retail industry, with typical placements commanding base salaries of $250,000 and above.

When you partner with Brick Executive Search, you gain a team that understands that the right executive talent is the key to propelling your brand forward. We work closely with your talent acquisition team to build powerhouse groups that make your brand stand out in the fast-paced world of fashion merchandising. Our founder, Hope Brick, personally engages in every search, diving deep to understand your vision and challenges to ensure every candidate aligns perfectly with your brand, culture, and business goals.

founded by Hope Brick.

Hope Brick knows that exceptional team leadership is the key to business growth. As a seasoned retail and wholesale leader with a proven history of sparking innovation and change, she is relentless in building teams that boost sales and earnings for her clients. With deep expertise across all consumer product categories, Hope works with urgency and precision to deliver top-caliber talent who will champion your brand’s promise.

Hope’s illustrious career includes executive roles at RH Macy, May Department Stores (including VP of Design at May Department Stores International), Walmart (VP Creative Director), and Kellwood (Chief Merchandising Officer), where her transformative leadership earned national media recognition and full-page coverage in Women’s Wear Daily. She also played a pivotal role at Lane Bryant, shaping the brand for the plus-size consumer.

Driven by a passion for PRODUCT, PEOPLE, and the CUSTOMER, Hope is a trusted force for both clients seeking top candidates and professionals navigating a career transition. She serves as a portfolio critic for the Fashion Scholarship Fund and frequently lectures at Kent State University’s Fashion School, mentoring the next generation of industry leaders. With Hope Brick, you can be confident you’ll find the talent to fulfill the promise of your business.

Testimonials

  • “A tenacious visionary with superb taste and an unwavering work ethic, Hope is the complete package delivering top-drawer results.”

    Doug Howe
    DSW, CEO

  • “Hope moves quickly, serves up the best and the brightest, and takes full accountability for her placements. Hope will deliver a clear ROI for your business.”

    Sandra Campos
    DVF, CEO

  • "Hope is a talented recruiter and a pleasure to work with. I look forward to working with her again. I highly recommend hiring hope to find you the right people!"

    Autumn Ingraham
    Tesla, Store Manager

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