Team Spotlight – Strawn Arnold

Spotlight: Celebrating Jeff Ashpitz’s Dedication to Excellence in Search

Meet Jeff Ashpitz, long-time Partner and Leader at Strawn Arnold. Jeff’s transition from a seasoned industry professional to a distinguished figure in executive search is a narrative of dedication and expertise. With a robust background in life sciences, Jeff’s nearly three decades of corporate experience laid the foundation for his remarkable 26-year tenure at Strawn Arnold.

His journey began with Eli Lilly in Canada and the US, followed by significant roles at American Cyanamid (Lederle Pharma, Davis+Geck) in the US, Europe and Asia and as President of the Zimmer Europe Division of Bristol-Myers Squibb. His career encompassed responsibilities across commercial operations, R&D, manufacturing, and C-level management. This comprehensive industry insight equipped Jeff with an unparalleled ability to discern top talent, shaping his approach to executive recruitment.

Jeff’s philosophy is simple: the right candidate in the right position at the right time is mission-critical. His leadership at Strawn Arnold is characterized by a relentless focus on results and personalized service, earning the firm a reputation for best-in-class recruiting in the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Jeff’s story is not just about career evolution; it’s about setting a benchmark for excellence in executive search.

We applaud Jeff’s unyielding dedication to our clients and his impact on biotech and pharmaceutical leadership and the organizations and patients they serve.

Spotlight: Celebrating Jenny Crutchlow’s Unique Skills and Experience

We’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on Jenny Crutchlow, Managing Partner, and member of our Executive Committee. Jenny joined our team in 2018 and focuses on the Medical Device and Pharma industries, working on Director, VP, and C-suite roles across functions.

Jenny hails from the great State of Texas and is an alumna of the University of Texas at Austin where she obtained dual degrees in Vocal Performance and the prestigious Plan II Honors liberal arts degree program and was honored with Phi Beta Kappa membership. She also holds a Master of Music degree in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy from Westminster Choir College in Princeton. After a professional performing career on stages in New York and across the United States, Jenny found her way to Executive Search, honing her recruiting skills at large retained search firms focused on the healthcare industry.

Reflecting on her journey, Jenny shares, “Transitioning to executive search from the performing arts has allowed me to leverage my diverse skills and experiences: tenacity, insight, empathy, creativity, process – to find and engage top talent for our clients and to help our candidates shape rewarding careers. I am grateful to our clients and candidates who trust me with their searches. It’s a responsibility I cherish.”

Outside of work, Jenny and her husband Ross enjoy immersing themselves in the arts and spending time with their three children and extended family in the Austin area.

Jenny’s unique blend of skills, experience, and passion makes her an invaluable asset to our team and clients. Join us in celebrating her exceptional contributions to Strawn Arnold!

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