Board and CEO
Brett Stephens
Role at RSR Partners
Brett Stephens is the Chief Executive Officer of RSR Partners and leads the firm’s Board & CEO Services practice group. As CEO, Brett has guided the firm to focus on clients who believe that talent is the key differentiator for their success. During his tenure, the firm has continued to build its reputation and impact by providing strategic leadership insights and counsel to the firm's long-term client partnerships.
Experience and Expertise
Brett continues to be a senior member of the firm’s Board Recruiting, Chief Executive Officers, Human Capital, and Family Office practices. He is experienced in working with companies globally — from the Fortune 10 to pre-IPO — on highly-sensitive governance and leadership issues. While at RSR Partners, he has conducted a number of significant projects in the industry, including board of directors searches for Fortune 50 companies, and CEO and C-suite searches for both public and private equity-backed companies.
Outside of RSR Partners
Brett earned his MBA from Columbia University and a BA from the University of Virginia. He serves on the selection committee for the Russell S. Reynolds, Jr. Chair of the Year Award. He is a member of the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO). Brett and his family live in Connecticut.
Perspectives
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The Most Important Leadership Traits for CEOs Today
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An Insider’s Perspective to Selecting Your Family Office CFO
With more than three decades of experience advising family offices, our team has witnessed a clear and growing shift: the demand for strategic CFOs is accelerating. This trend is particularly pronounced in family offices, whether newly formed or well-established, as they look to increase their assets, prepare for succession, or elevate their operational capabilities.
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An Insider's Perspective to Selecting Mutual Fund Trustees
As mutual fund governance continues to evolve, selecting the right trustees is more important than ever.
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The Secret of Great Chairs
In the high-stakes world of boardrooms, where decisions can make or break billion-dollar enterprises, the effectiveness of a board often hinges on one pivotal role: the Chair.
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