A member of Spencer Stuart’s Healthcare, Consumer, Human Resources and Industrial practices, Joaquín Lizaso leads executive-level engagements that make a lasting and meaningful impact for organizations. Joaquin leads the firm’s Buenos Aires office and has more than 12 years of experience in executive search and a decade of experience with nonprofit organizations seeking to eliminate poverty and social exclusion across Argentina.

Senior-level recruiter shaped by nonprofit experience

  • Prior to joining Spencer Stuart, Joaquín was a principal with another leading executive search firm, where he led the company’s healthcare, consumer goods and human resource practices.
  • Previously, Joaquín was the development director for Fundación Andares, an Argentinian nonprofit that works to eradicate poverty by supporting the country’s microfinance sector.
  • Joaquín began his career in nonprofit fundraising.

Joaquín is a graduate of Universidad Católica, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and international relations. He also earned a post-graduate degree in nonprofit organizations from the Universidad de San Andrés.

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