

Unified Executive Search is a search firm that specializes in the hospitality industry.
We work on hotel Executive Committe, regional, and corporate roles. Our clients range from independent hotels and resorts to asset management firms to third-party management groups with branded properties.
We take a personal approach in matching candidates with clients to ensure long term success.
With over 20 years of recruiting experience, we also offer resume writing services. We work with you to ensure your resume is current and noticeable.
How may I be of service to you and your team?
Services

Executive Search
Searching for the right employee is time consuming and not always easy. We search for candidates who will complement your existing team and culture.
We listen carefully to what you need in an ideal candidate. Once we fully understand the role and culture, we research and review hundreds of resumes. We interview potential candidates thoroughly and we present you with our top individuals. Included in our service is coordination of interviews and meetings.
Unified Executive Search plays an important part in presenting offers. We present offers, handle negotiations, if necessary, and do so with tact and finesse.
We also offer confidential searches. These require discretion and care. We understand that someone will be losing their job and while we are here to help you replace them, we recognize that it is sensitive.

Resume Writing
No one likes to write their own resume. It’s personal, it can be emotional, and it’s not always easy to promote our own successes.
A well-organized resume is important, and even the smallest of details are noticed.
We start by learning about you and your career. The highs, the lows, and everything in between. We discuss what you love most about your career with a goal of highlighting your strengths and successes.
Allow us to assist you in building a resume that will stand out.

About
Me
"Heather has assisted me twice in my professional career for stellar results!"
"She is an asset to any team and a true professional in her field!"
"My resume is now a professional document in which I am proud to present"
"It is quite evident and she truly enjoys her job, gives it her all and thus, her contacts can see that"
"She has been a remarkable person to work with."
"Heather played a crucial role in helping to place me into the position that I am currently holding today!"
"I have never run across someone who is as supportive as Heather"
"Heather has assisted me twice in my professional career for stellar results!" "She is an asset to any team and a true professional in her field!" "My resume is now a professional document in which I am proud to present" "It is quite evident and she truly enjoys her job, gives it her all and thus, her contacts can see that" "She has been a remarkable person to work with." "Heather played a crucial role in helping to place me into the position that I am currently holding today!" "I have never run across someone who is as supportive as Heather"
With over 20 years in the hospitality recruiting industry, Heather Watson is an accomplished Executive Recruiter with extensive experience in multiple markets with branded, lifestyle boutique, and independent hotels. Heather has worked on positions in every hotel department to include regional and corporate roles. She has successfully placed dozens of candidates over the years and continues to maintain relationships with them and her clients.
Unified Executive Search was created in 2021 toward the end of Covid. Many of Heather’s clients stayed loyal and as they regrew their hotels and teams, they sought out Heather for executive search. Previously, she was a Senior Recruiter with Carver-Olson Hospitality where she successfully grew the executive search division. Heather also worked with Fifield Partners and T.A. Davis.
Heather is a Board Member of her local Chamber of Commerce. She is responsible for increasing chamber membership in her local community.
Heather has three boys and welcomed her first granddaughter to the family in 2022.
Recommendations
To anyone in need of recruiting services,
I am writing to express my utmost gratitude and appreciation for the exceptional service provided by Heather Watson in facilitating my employment with Monetary Metals one year ago. Heather played a pivotal role in connecting me with an opportunity that aligns with my skills, experience, and career aspirations.
Heather demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism, dedication, and expertise throughout the entire recruitment process. From our initial conversation to the final negotiations, Heather exhibited a profound understanding of my requirements and preferences, ensuring that every step was tailored to meet my needs.
Heather possesses an impressive ability to establish rapport and maintain effective communication, keeping me informed and engaged at every stage. Heather’s proactive approach, attention to detail, and timely follow-ups significantly contributed to a seamless and efficient recruitment experience.
Thanks to Heather's efforts, I am embarking on an exciting new chapter in my career, equipped with the resources and opportunities to thrive professionally. I strongly recommend her to any individual or organization seeking top-tier recruitment services.
Heather has helped to source me candidates and place them in open positions that we’ve had at Marshall Hotels. She is very easy to work with, listens to your needs, and finds the right manager. She is thorough in her search and captures all of the necessary information in her first interview to make the follow up interview more in depth. I will continue to work with Heather and you should too! You will enjoy working with her and having her as a part of your company’s team!
In my 40 plus years in the resort - Big Box industry as Managing director and regional responsibilities.
Never used talent scout. - Till l met Heather.
She is extraordinary - her ears work - Understands, what your trying to do.
Will fight for you!! My highest respect for her professionalism."
Heather is the truly the best of the best. She was like a fairy godmother or angel sent from heaven.
She has a way of working with people that is kind and caring but also factual and just. She guided me to the current role that I am in and I can't say how thankful I am.
She was there from the start. Before and after every interview, during negotiations and even after I hired and signing of a contract. She truly cares.
If you ever get the chance to be a candidate of hers, just know you are in the best of hands.
Heather is not your typical recruiter or partner. She has a way to connect with her clients and build relationships like no other. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable, passionate and direct in her approach. I truly enjoyed working with her where I had the ability to learn more about myself during the process. If you want someone to tell you what you want to hear, she’s not it. If you want a partner that will be honest and advise you accurately with concise direction, look no further. Heather is not your typical recruiter or partner. She has a way to connect with her clients and build relationships like no other. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable, passionate and direct in her approach. I truly enjoyed working with her where I had the ability to learn more about myself during the process. If you want someone to tell you what you want to hear, she’s not it. If you want a partner that will be honest and advise you accurately with concise direction, look no further.
If you need someone in your corner representing you, then look no further as that would be Heather Watson. Always a pleasure working with her and the help from her in getting my hotel team together in Rochester, Minnesota. Lasted well over five years before I was on to another career move but always appreciated the dedication and support. As always thank you Heather and hope to work with you again in the near future.
I have worked with Heather recently and it has been refreshing to find a professional with a sense of dedication who listens intently to her candidate's particular needs. She gives solid advice on the direction they should go. Heather understands the hospitality industry thoroughly. Heather is very patient with job seekers looking for that career position. Her engaging personality makes it a pleasure to chat with her during some trying times. I am so glad I have been put in touch with her. She has been a remarkable person to work with.
Heather helped with my job search and was amazing every step of the way! She was always responsive, communicative and supportive. I would welcome the opportunity to work together with her on either side of the table as the employer or employee. Thanks Heather!!
“I have had the privilege of working alongside Heather during our time at Carver Companies, where we both served as recruiters. It gives me great pleasure to provide Heather with a well-deserved recommendation.
I have no doubt that Heather will continue to excel in her role as a Senior Executive Recruiter at Unified Executive Search. Her commitment to honesty, integrity, and perseverance is evident in everything she does. Heather is not only a highly skilled recruiter but also a wonderful person to work with.
I wholeheartedly recommend Heather Watson to any organization seeking top-tier recruitment services. She is an asset to any team and a true professional in her field!”
Heather has assisted me twice in my professional career for stellar results. Both placements have been with outstanding organizations that have been the best fit for my professional and personal journey. She truly understands your requirements and gets you interviews with the right companies. She gives timely feedback and furnishes you with excellent interview prep. Heather actively provides you updates on the selection process from potential employers. I have enjoyed working with her in the past and will work with her again if I should need her in the future.
Heather played a crucial role in helping to place me into the position that I am currently holding today. After some months of independent search in an extremely difficult job climate at the height of the pandemic, it was Heather's out of the box thinking and support that opened up the door to allow me to shine throughout my interview process.
In addition to being incredibly knowledgeable of the position, Heather brought with her a keen ability to highlight my individual strengths which further provided me with the ability to stand above all of the other prospective candidates ultimately landing me the position!
I appreciated Heather's ability to listen to my questions and concerns throughout the process, her target driven sensibility and constant communication and the down-to-earth approach that she takes when placing her clients. Heather's ability to look beyond a persons resume to find the best possible candidate is unmatched and I would recommend Heather to anyone looking for assistance in filling a position within your company.
Heather was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was extremely helpful and supportive in the recruiting and onboarding process for my new job. I would highly recommend her when searching for a new opportunity.
Our company was searching for a management accountant. We were working through one of the major US recruiting firms and not getting any results. Heather went to work for us and found the perfect fit. Heather was by far more sensitive to our search than the mega-recruiting firm. I highly recommend Heather to anyone with recruiting needs.
Heather is a fantastic colleague and recruiter. She is always a pleasure to talk to and discuss ideas with. It is quite evident and she truly enjoys her job, gives it her all and thus, her contacts can see that. As a Senior Recruiting Executive, she leaves a lasting impression with both her clients and candidates which in turn fosters long relationships well into the future. Her background in food and beverage and hospitality provide her with a strong foundation to find great talent in the industry. We enjoy working together regularly form across the country!
Heather was truly a pleasure to work with! She went above and beyond to work with me and the company to figure out what worked best for both of us. Honestly, it was so great working with her, I’d have taken any position she proposed to me! She took the time to get to know me as not only an employee, but a person to ensure I would be happy with my transition and the company and I were a good fit. I cannot sing her praises enough.
Thank you for everything Heather! You are phenomenal!
Heather is the most personable recruiter I have worked with. She really cares about people and you can really tell this isn't just a job for her. Heather placed me in the best job I have ever had with the best boss I have ever had. I know she did it because she knew it was perfect for me.
Heather Watson is a true professional! I have worked with many recruiters over the course of my career. I have never run across someone who is as supportive as Heather. She has guided me through some days with words of encouragement assuring me that ‘things’ will work out…and they have! Heather truly cares about people especially those seeking a new opportunity or simply in need of guidance. The best aspect of Heather – she returns phone calls, emails and responds to text messages! She makes the time to connect!
It was a pleasure to work with Heather. She has a wonderful combination of intelligence, dedication and humor that makes her a valuable employee for any organization.
Heather as been one of the best professional recruiting managers I have had the pleasure to work with in searching for employment. She is so detailed oriented as seeks to truly connect on a professional level to ensure she matches your skill set, goals and passion to a potential employers position.
I recently separated from the Air Force and Heather did an exceptional job helping me prepare my resume and prepping me for the job interview process. Her high energy, hospitable personality, and superior knowledge and work experience shows in her professionalism and willingness to help veterans transition back into the civilian workforce. Heather helped me to articulate my military and previous work experiences into strengths for my civilian resume. She is awesome to work with and a true asset to those she helps. I highly recommend her. Thank you again Heather.
I hired Heather to rewrite my resume and I am very happy with the results. My resume is now a professional document in which I am proud to present. I am grateful for her integrity and level of honesty and would be very happy to refer her resume writing skills.
I recommend Heather to meet your executive search needs. Heather is a caring leader with exceptional leadership and coaching abilities. She tirelessly gives back to the community by assisting military service members, from across the nation, to position them for success during the job search process. She does this by providing one-on-one resume coaching services, free of charge.
Heather is a leader. She became bi-cultural to give back more effectively by familiarizing herself with the unique military culture found within each of the services. As a result, Heather has been able to be highly effective in coaching service members to translate military accomplishments and experiences in ways that hiring managers, who had not served, can understand and be inspired to interview and hire.
Heather's altruistic efforts have helped numerous service members transition successfully; employers hiring top-notch employees - potentially gaining a competitive advantage - and a quality self reliant citizen returning to the community. I highly recommend Heather, a caring, dedicated and professional leader, to serve your executive search needs.
Heather was great to work with and assisted in the update on my resume. She was creative and detail orientated. I would certainly work with her again.Heather was great to work with and assisted in the update on my resume. She was creative and detail orientated. I would certainly work with her again.
Heather provided me with an incredible service that is second to none. She was a pleasure to work with throughout the recruitment process and provided excellent advice and help on all levels. Heather provided me extensive and detailed advice on how to improve my presence on career network sites such as LinkedIn. Heather will be the first person I get in touch with the next time I’m looking for a new challenge and my recommendation to anyone else looking for the next step up in their career.
If anyone ever wants to get a quick inspiring, fulfilled, intelligent and motivational pick me up. Call Heather Watson. Honestly, she is one of the most empowering people I know. She took a five minute conversation about my career history and literally told my story, with clarity, specifics, solid directions and personality. Heather is one of the easiest people to talk to. She listens well and has your best interest at hand. I am truly glad to have worked with her.
Heather is a detail oriented Resume writer full of knowledge and information. She has done an amazing job helping me with my resume and job interviews. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Heather is a spirited, top-notch professional that eagerly took on the challenge of reviewing resumes for some of my toughest job seeking Veterans/spouses. She made them feel at ease and inspired them to continue on with their job search. Job well done!
Heather is an excellent professional, caring, strategic, friendly and very intelligent.
Heather is a tenacious recruiter. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field....she knows her business. Clients and candidates find her a pleasure to work with. Candidates enjoy her personality and sincere direct approach with a unique ability to not only consider the skill set, but the intangibles as well. Clients appreciate her attention to detail and ability to take on the most difficult searches with her relentless work ethic. Working with Heather is an honor.
Heather was a detail oriented, efficient and positive leader in what was an environment of constant change. Colleagues and those that she supervised appreciated her hard work, commitment and ability to solve problems. I recommend Heather as positive and highly motivated.
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My job is all about finding the right candidate for my client. Sometimes it's easy, most of the time it requires lots of research, phone calls, and interviews. I invest time in developing relationships with candidates to make sure the role, company and culture is the right fit.
Successfully placing someone in a role is amazing. I am changing a life for the better and I couldn't be more excited for the candidate.
However, I am sad for those candidates that I believed would be a great fit. Sad that I can't help them, at least for right now. I enjoyed getting to know them and can't wait to work with them again.
Unified Executive Search is dedicated to relationships and making sure we are representing both sides with integrity and honesty.
How can we help you build your team?
Contact me anytime to discuss how I can be of service.
We all have our rough days. Sometimes we can't or don't have someone to go to. So where do we get our "Atta Girl", or "Hay, you aren't so bad", or "No, you are absolutely not a B...". Or my favorite "You are right!"
Circle back to your professional network. Ask for recommendations from previous employees, peers, superiors. It's an easy click on LinkedIn, you just have to ask.
If you do have recommendations on your profile, OMG, read them again! Truly. Embrace what others are saying about you - publicly.
You will feel better. Just take a minute (or five) to remind yourself that you have made a positive difference in others' lives.
Yes is a powerful word.
However - "A yes man is a person who agrees with everything their superior, employer, supervisor, or authority figure says without thought; a mindless follower or sycophant; a person who attempts to ingratiate themselves to the person in charge to achieve advancement or to retain their position." https://lnkd.in/eepHnVUh
I don't trust yes men/women.
I don't trust their intentions.
I don't trust that they will ever speak the truth directly.
I have zero respect for yes men/women.
Feel the same way? Feel like you have an employee that is like this? Feel like it's time to make a change in your team?
Let Unified Executive Search be of service to you. I am not a 'yes man.' I will challenge you (politely of course) and advocate for you and my candidates. My job is to build your team and find those who will advance your business.
Yes, is not always the right answer.
Except when it comes to hiring Unified Executive Search, of course.