Vision
Build leaders that embrace their calling of stewardship so that people and businesses can thrive
Mission
Architect executive teams that live freely and operate fully in their zones of excellence and genius.
Core Values
Where Executive Leadership Values
Intersect Excellence
At the convergence of integrity, curiosity, ownership, and service—that's where executive transformation and leadership excellence happens.
1
Foundation
Authenticity
Emphasizing authenticity and trust in executive search and client relationships.
2
Mastery
Ownership
Taking responsibility for executive hiring outcomes and pursuing excellence in leadership integration.
3
Elevation
Service
Focusing on lifting executive leaders and prioritizing client needs throughout the search and integration process.
Culture
Fail-Forward Mentality
Our executive leadership culture encourages ownership and continuous learning throughout the integration process
Collaboration and Empowerment
We emphasize uplifting others and prioritizing executive client needs
Commitment to Success
Beyond executive placement, we stand by your side through integration and coaching, committed to your leadership success
The Leaders We Serve
Where Leadership Meets Impact
Who
C-Suite Leaders Under Executive Hiring Pressure
We work with C-suite teams including CEOs and CHROs along with COOs and CFOs as key influencers. We serve executive leaders who are under existential professional pressure and cannot afford to be wrong about leadership decisions—and know it.
Why
The Dual Reality
Executives carry the personal responsibility for outcomes they cannot fully control. They fear the loss of credibility with boards, investors, and peers. Yet they are Builders and Competitors energized by strategic ambition and the opportunity to create something exceptional.
What
Proven Executive Integration Systems
Executives want a proven system for hiring and integrating executives who deliver impact in 120 days or less. Advius measures success by reduced stress and anxiety, enhanced credibility with stakeholders, and business outcomes achieved faster.
Our Team
The People Behind Executive Impact
Craig Devereaux
CEO & Founder
Craig Devereaux is the Founder and Managing Partner of Advius Group, an executive talent advisory firm focused on leadership continuity, governance, and value creation for private equity and Fortune 1000 organizations.
Mason Brown
Director of Operations
Mason Brown is the Director of Operations at Advius, where he oversees backend operations and ensures efficient, scalable delivery of the firm's Executive Impact Acceleration System across all stages of the client lifecycle.
Advisory Board
Executive Leadership Advisors
Karen McClendon
Executive Advisor
CHRO, MBA
Karen McClendon is a Chief Human Resources Officer and senior HR executive with over 20 years of progressive experience leading human capital strategy, transformation, and global talent development for large, complex organizations.
John Merseck
Executive Advisor
CEO, MBA
John is the Founder and CEO of Essential Investing, a boutique wealth management firm in Phoenix, AZ. Essential Investing employs a long-term buy-and-hold strategy using a rigorous research process to identify companies to add to their clients' portfolios.
Adwoa Devereaux
Executive Advisor
CHRO
Adwoa Devereaux is a strategic Chief People Officer with deep experience leading end-to-end HR, culture, and talent transformations for global, multi-site organizations across media, telecommunications, and consumer brands.
Nick Matarazzo
Executive Advisor
President
Nick Matarazzo is a seasoned media and automotive executive with a decades-long track record leading high-growth, turnaround, and transformation initiatives across digital and traditional media.