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Kathrin Pantenburg

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CEO | Executive Recruiter at Kohort Partners
📍 Greater Sydney Area, Australia

Kathrin Pantenburg is the CEO of Kohort Partners, an executive search firm in Australia specializing in placing transformational technology leaders like CIOs and CTOs. With over a decade of experience, she is known for her proven process and is accredited by the Institute of Retained Search. People often describe her as professional, empathetic, and exceptionally communicative.

Originally from Germany, Kathrin moved to Sydney with a working holiday visa and no professional network, building her career from the ground up. She is passionate about making genuine connections and stays current with emerging technologies, demonstrated by her interest in events like the Australian Crypto Convention. Her approach is guided by empathy and care.

Upon arriving in Australia, one of her first jobs was as a charity fundraiser, showcasing her resilience and determination from the start.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
CEO | Executive Recruiter
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Greater Sydney Area, Australia
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Leadership Transformation
Her core business is sourcing senior technology executives (CIOs, CTOs) specifically to help organizations navigate major changes like IPOs, mergers, and digital transformations.
Authentic Connections
Emphasizes building "authentic, genuine and meaningful connections" in her work, a value consistently praised in client and candidate recommendations.
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Career

Work history

3-2021
CEO | Executive Recruiter
Kohort Partners
3-2018 - 3-2021
Senior Salesforce Recruitment Consultant
Talenza
1-2015 - 3-2018
Salesforce Recruitment Consultant
Sirius People
11-2013 - 12-2014
Sales Team Lead
ASAP Direct
9-2011 - 8-2013
Sales Consultant | Team Lead
Evers GmbH
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Education
2009 - 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
FOM Hochschule für Oekonomie & Management
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