Beyond the Résumé: How to Stand Out in a C-Suite Search

Think your résumé alone will get you the top job? Think again.

What Makes You Stand Out in a C-Suite Search?

“It’s not just what you’ve done—it’s how you did it. What kind of leader were you while delivering results?”

Ann Fastiggi explains that today’s boards and search firms assess style, agility, humility, and courage, not just accomplishments. It’s about how you inspired, developed, and galvanized a team—not just how you hit numbers.

Tune in to the Distinguished Podcast

Ann Fastiggi is a senior member of Spencer Stuart’s Global Consumer Practice, specializing in executive search and leadership consulting for the hospitality and leisure sectors. With over 20 years of experience, she has led more than 250 C-suite searches across hotels, restaurants, gaming, and consumer travel. Known for her commitment to diversity, Ann actively works to increase representation in industry leadership. She previously held leadership roles at global search firms and helped establish Spencer Stuart’s hospitality practice. Passionate about the industry’s impact, she is recognized for her client-centered approach and deep sector insight.

Who Should Listen?

This episode is a must for:

• Rising professionals navigating leadership transitions
• Executives prepping for their next step
• Coaches, mentors, and HR leaders guiding future talent
• Anyone curious about what defines standout leadership in 2025 and beyond

In this Distinguished Podcast episode, Ann Fastiggi, Partner at global executive search firm Spencer Stuart, pulls back the curtain on what really matters in a C-Suite search. With 20+ years of experience placing CEOs, CFOs, and CMOs across hospitality, travel, and consumer industries, Ann reveals that success at the highest level isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about showing up as a leader who elevates others.

If you’ve ever dreamed of the corner office—or are guiding others who do—this episode is full of critical takeaways that go way beyond the résumé.