About Wheeler & Associates
Backed by 50 years of combined experience, we've been building high-performing, future-ready teams through strategic talent acquisition and executive search excellence.
Our Story
Wheeler & Associates is a boutique executive search, staffing, and talent acquisition consulting firm with over 50 years of proven experience in identifying, attracting, and placing top-tier talent.
While we specialize in executive search for emerging leaders and C-suite roles across a diverse range of industries, our comprehensive capabilities extend across all levels of recruitment and staffing—from entry-level positions to senior leadership—ensuring our clients build strong, scalable teams from the ground up.
Our firm is built on decades of hands-on recruiting and staffing expertise, honed through both in-house corporate talent acquisition leadership and long-standing partnerships with some of the world's most respected companies.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Excellence
We are committed to delivering exceptional results through rigorous processes and deep expertise.
Partnership
We build long-term relationships based on trust, transparency, and mutual success.
Integrity
We operate with the highest ethical standards in every interaction and placement.
Leadership
Decades of expertise transforming talent acquisition into strategic advantage
Teri Wheeler
Managing Partner
Teri Wheeler is the Managing Partner of Wheeler & Associates, bringing more than two decades of experience transforming Talent Acquisition into a strategic business advantage. A trusted C-suite partner, Teri has built a reputation for designing and leading global recruiting functions that drive growth, elevate employer brands, and foster inclusive leadership at every level.
Throughout her career, Teri has developed and executed scalable, data-driven hiring strategies that align talent with business objectives, helping organizations attract, retain, and develop world-class leadership teams. She specializes in executive recruitment, global TA strategy, and the implementation of technology-enabled, KPI-driven solutions that optimize efficiency and performance across complex enterprises.
At Wheeler & Associates, Teri leads with a focus on innovation, integrity, and impact—partnering with clients to build diverse, high-performing teams that sustain long-term competitive advantage.
Areas of Expertise:
Associates
The recruiting talent behind every successful placement
Cathleen Allen
Senior Executive Recruiter
Cathleen Allen serves as Senior Executive Recruiter at Wheeler & Associates, bringing more than 15 years of experience partnering with executive leadership and Human Resources teams to attract top talent, develop strategic hiring initiatives, and deliver exceptional candidate experiences.
Driven by a passion for connecting people with meaningful career opportunities, Cathleen has successfully helped more than 600 professionals advance their careers since 2019. Her proven track record is built on understanding both client needs and candidate aspirations, creating successful long-term matches that drive organizational success.
At Wheeler & Associates, Cathleen leverages her extensive recruiting expertise, market knowledge, and consultative approach to identify and secure high-performing talent in today's competitive hiring landscape. She is known for her ability to navigate complex searches, build strong relationships, and deliver results across a wide range of industries and functional areas.
Areas of Expertise:
“Connecting exceptional talent with exceptional opportunities.”
What Sets Us Apart
The best of both worlds: enterprise capabilities with boutique service
Ready to Partner With Us?
Let's discuss how our experience and expertise can help you build your future-ready team.
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