Board
Eric Douglas Keene
Role at RSR Partners
Eric is a Managing Director in the firm’s Board & CEO Services practice, providing market leadership throughout the Midwest. He is a senior member of the Industrial, Financial Services, and Consumer Markets and Enterprises practices. On behalf of publicly traded, private equity-sponsored, and multigenerational family-controlled clients, Eric recruits board directors, general management, commercial leadership, and functional executives.
Experience and Expertise
As the founder of Keene Advisory Group, Eric is widely recognized for delivering impactful, "both/and" solutions to executive talent acquisition needs. Previously, he served as a firm-wide leader for Diversity & Inclusion and was a member of the Consumer and Corporate Officers practices at Russell Reynolds Associates. Prior to entering executive search, Eric worked for McKinsey & Company, advising international clientele on matters of operations, organization, sales, and strategy. His earlier experience includes several years in sales and marketing with AT&T, O’Connor & Associates/Swiss Bank (UBS), and IBM.
Outside of RSR Partners
A native of Shaker Heights, Ohio, Eric received his MBA from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University and earned his BSc in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan. He is a member of the Economic Club of Chicago and the Private Directors Association.
Perspectives
Featured Insights
Insights
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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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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Trends in the C-Suite & The Role of Marketing
In recent years, the C-Suite landscape has experienced significant shifts, driven by macro trends, market dynamics, and technological advancements.
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The CEO's Playbook: Building an IPO-Ready Board
Drawing on three decades of experience advising boards and CEOs through complex leadership challenges, we have observed the speed bumps investor-led boards face when transitioning to become more independent. A critical juncture often arrives when financial sponsors perceive a viable route to an IPO.
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