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Encore

Encore, formerly Synergy-Search LLC, is a retained executive search and talent advisory firm. It lists Chicago and Tampa as its locations. Founded in 1999, it advises on leadership hiring at the C-suite and one level below, including for private equity firms, investment banks, and alternative asset managers. Courtney McDermott Kuhn is founder and managing partner. The site does not post open roles.

Index score2026 · of 100
41.3
#1

Private Equity & VC of 2

#89

Overall of 409

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(917) 207-0200

Fee model
Retained
Founded · Team
1999
City
Chicago
License
None on file
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Open roles, last 90 days
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Score breakdown

Why 41.3: three inputs, all public.

Specialist focus · 40%50.0
No job ads found in the last 12 months, so scored neutralCareers pageJob ads, 12 mo
Market activity · 35%0.0
0 open searches in 90 days, team size unknown (assumed 5)Job ads, 90 days
Track record · 25%85.0
Operating since 1999, team not listedState business registryAgency licence, if req.Firm website

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Oct 18, 2026
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Oct 18, 2026
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Oct 18, 2026
Chicago and Tampa contact
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