Caldwell Partners Strengthens Financial Services Practice in London

TORONTO, July 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

Andrew Duncan brings more than 25 years of executive search and industry experience 

Retained executive search firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. (TSX: CWL) today announced that Andrew Duncan has joined the firm as a Senior Partner in the Financial Services Practice, focusing on recruiting senior executives for clients in the Banking and Private Equity industries in Europe.

"Andrew's extensive experience, insight and business networks - developed during his many years serving as a private equity executive as well as his current momentum within the UK and European markets -  are hugely  accretive and complementary to our growing Financial Services Practice, " said Paul Heller, leader of the firm's Financial Services Practice. "We look forward to leveraging this considerable knowledge and expertise as we continue to grow our practice across international borders with both current and prospective clients."

Mr. Duncan joins Caldwell Partners from CTPartners, where he co-led the firm's Global Financial Services and Private Equity practices. Prior to joining the executive search industry, he held numerous leadership and executive positions in both public and private companies, in all cases, working with stakeholders and management in order to realise investment and performance objectives. In addition to his corporate track record, Mr. Duncan is a successful entrepreneur and has led several businesses to successful and meaningful conclusions for investors.

"We continue to focus on attracting high calibre executive search consultants to our growing team in Europe," said Matthew Andrews, managing director of Caldwell Partners, Europe. "Andrew is exactly this kind of individual - an experienced, well-respected consultant who has in-depth knowledge of the space in which he operates and a passion for creating value for his clients."  

A native of the U.K. and a dual citizen of the U.K. and the U.S., Mr. Duncan holds a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the Imperial College of Science & Technology in London.

About Caldwell Partners
Caldwell Partners is a leading international provider of executive search and has been for more than 40 years. As one of the world's most trusted advisors in executive search, the firm has a sterling reputation built on successful searches for boards, chief and senior executives, and selected functional experts. With offices and partners across North America and in London, the firm takes pride in delivering an unmatched level of service and expertise to its clients.

The Caldwell Partners' Common shares are listed on The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: CWL). Please visit our website at http://www.caldwellpartners.com for further information.

Caroline Lomot, Caldwell Partners, [e-mail], [phone]

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