About Jason Hanold

Founder and Managing Partner of Hanold Associates, Jason Hanold promotes outdoor activities as a method of transforming lives. An active mountain climber, he not only physically participates in those pursuits, but also contributes through his volunteer work at Big City Mountaineers (BCM). This nonprofit organization was established in 1989 to provide young urban teenagers with ways to improve their situations through outdoor activities. Based in Denver, Colorado, the charity relies on Jason Hanold to assist in achieving its mission. Through his efforts on the organization's board and the Nomination and Governance Committee, he is an integral part of the group's success. Jason Hanold also contributes in BCM's Summit for Someone Program, which generates donations through mountain climbing. Mr. Hanold promotes and raises money for this cause through his business.

Jason Hanold draws parallels between his hobby and the work he does at Hanold Associates, LLC. Mountain climbing requires teamwork, trust, and leadership. These themes are evident in the services provided by the human resources executive search firm. Jason Hanold relies on cooperation with the company's staff to build personal relationships with the firm's clients. This is key in the success of the company. He also possesses the ability to guide the firm in its search for exceptional leaders. Over the course of his career, he has learned the important traits and qualities that distinguish these individuals.

Jason Hanold graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science in Communications. He holds a Master of Science in Leadership Interaction & Influence from Northwestern University. His professional career exposed him to a number of different firms and work environments. His titles included Global Director of Talent, Director of Recruiting, Americas Director for Executive Leadership Recruiting, and Managing Director & Practice Leader for Human Resources Officers Practice. Jason Hanold possesses experience with multi-national, multi-billion dollar corporations as well as small, independent firms. In his free time, he supports the Northwestern University Alumni Association, the Chicago Botanic Garden, and the Sierra Club.