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Mitch Shankman

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Executive Search - Consumer Tech & GEMS (Gaming/Entertainment/Media/Sports) at True Search
📍 Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States

Mitch Shankman is a Partner at True Search with over 20 years of experience leading C-suite and VP-level executive searches. He specializes in the Gaming, Entertainment, Media & Sports (GEMS) sectors, partnering with PE/VC firms and Fortune 100 brands. He graduated from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.

Originally from Cleveland, Mitch now lives in Los Angeles with his wife and three daughters. He is a loyal Cleveland sports fan who enjoys staying active through running, yoga, golf, and pickleball. Mitch is also a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in media.

Early in his career as a talent agent, he led a diversity practice that represented performers with disabilities, earning industry awards for its impact.

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Current Role
Executive Search - Consumer Tech & GEMS (Gaming/Entertainment/Media/Sports)
Job Level
Junior
Location
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States
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GEMS Sector
Specializes in executive search for the Gaming, Entertainment, Media, and Sports industries, working with clients like the NBA, Nike, and Sony/PlayStation.
AI in the Workplace
He has shared content about how AI is transforming the workplace and the pivotal role HR and talent acquisition leaders play in this evolution.
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Work history

Executive Search - Consumer Tech & GEMS (Gaming/Entertainment/Media/Sports)
True Search
Partner, Executive Search - Consumer Tech & GEMS (Gaming/Entertainment/Media/Sports)
Katalyst Group
Director, Private Equity Advisory - Consumer, Tech & Media
STEP Strategy Advisors
Director, Talent
Kazarian/Measures/Ruskin & Associates
Talent Division
A3 Artists Agency
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Business School
The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business
Bachelor of Science (BS)
The Ohio State University
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