Ken Friss

As Head of Research for the Healthcare/Packaging division at AGL Executive Search, I lead the candidate identification and market intelligence strategies that underpin every leadership search we deliver. AGL is a boutique executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in Healthcare, Packaging, and Food & Agribusiness. Our healthcare and packaging practice recruits for C-suite, VP, and Director-level roles across medical device manufacturing, pharma/drug delivery, pharma/food packaging, and adjacent sectors. Our clients range from mid-market innovators to global design and manufacturing leaders, navigating rapid growth or post-acquisition transitions. My work ensures that every assignment is informed by deep sector research, competitive mapping, and utilization of our global network spanning North America, Europe, and the Middle East/Asia. We’ve completed leadership searches in more than 20 countries, for clients ranging from mid-market innovators to multinational design and manufacturing leaders navigating scale, integration, or post-acquisition change. If you’re building your leadership team or exploring your next chapter, I’d welcome the opportunity to connect.