As CEO of Hunter Ambrose, Nicole leads the firm’s executive search and advisory work with a clear, strategy-focused approach built over nearly two decades of experience across healthcare, energy, legal, and private sectors. She is known for her practical insight into leadership, organizational needs, and how to match the right talent with the right environment.

Nicole works closely with CEOs, boards, investors, and leadership teams on permanent search, interim leadership, and executive coaching. She also leads the firm’s coaching programs and masterclasses and is a frequent speaker on leadership development, career strategy, and organizational effectiveness.

Alongside her work with organizations, Nicole supports professionals navigating career transitions and strengthening their leadership presence and visibility. Her combined experience in talent acquisition and coaching makes her a steady advisor to leaders and teams seeking alignment, growth, and sustainable performance.

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As CFO of Hunter Ambrose, Justin leads the firm’s finance, operations, and vendor strategy. He oversees budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and the operational systems that support all executive search and advisory engagements. His focus is on building efficiency, scalability, and long-term fiscal stewardship across the organization.

With more than 20 years of experience in multi-location operations and financial oversight, Justin brings a strong background in budgeting, cost control, and vendor management. He is also a trusted executive search partner for finance leadership searches, contributing operational and financial insight to candidate evaluation and client advisory work.

As both Nicole’s business partner and the firm’s financial lead, Justin plays a central role in ensuring the structure, stability, and sustainable growth of Hunter Ambrose.

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Based in Warsaw, Poland, Julia leads the firm's creative and digital marketing strategy, helping clients tell their story to attract top-tier talent. She produces Job Reels—short-form, high-impact recruitment videos that give candidates an authentic look into your organization and leadership culture, driving engagement across global markets.

Julia develops comprehensive integrated marketing plans to support priority searches, including social media campaigns, brand alignment, and digital visibility strategies. Her international perspective brings fresh insights to positioning clients in competitive talent markets, while her design expertise ensures every touchpoint reflects sophisticated, contemporary branding.

With a background in design and a deep understanding of narrative branding, Julia ensures that every engagement reflects the unique strengths of each client and creates meaningful connections with the right audience. Her work bridges cultural and geographic boundaries, helping organizations attract talent both locally and internationally.

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At Hunter Ambrose, Nick Milne brings a detail-oriented, people-centered approach to executive search—supporting mission-driven organizations in hiring leaders who elevate performance and culture.

A Summa Cum Laude graduate of Fordham University with a degree in Communication and Media Studies, Nick blends analytical discipline with strong communication skills to identify high-performing professionals across sectors.

Nick began his career with Hunter Ambrose International in 2018 and contributed to the firm’s recognition among Modern Healthcare’s Top 25 Executive Search Firms in 2022. He advanced from Administrative Assistant to Senior Consultant through consistent performance, supporting national retained searches in healthcare, finance, hospice, and emerging technology.

As a Senior Consultant, Nick supports all executive searches across academia, athletics, health systems, and professional services. He also serves as producer of the Hunter Ambrose Podcast and is the lead editor for the firm’s forthcoming book, releasing in 2026.

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