Gustav is a Managing Director at ECA Partners and leads the firm’s Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice. He partners with private-equity investors and healthcare organizations to recruit executives and project-based leaders who drive growth, integration, and patient-centric innovation across provider, biotech, and life-sciences sectors. His cross-industry experience spans healthcare, industrials, and technology, giving him a holistic view of transformation. Before ECA, he was a research fellow at the National University of Singapore and UCLA. Gustav earned a PhD in Sociology & Philosophy from UCLA and was a Fulbright Scholar.

Allison is a Senior Director at ECA Partners specializing in executive and project-based search within Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Biotech. She partners with private-equity investors, portfolio companies, and healthcare organizations to recruit leaders who drive growth, operational excellence, and clinical innovation. Her background includes leading national talent acquisition teams at Best Buy Canada and Adecco Group NA, and launching the Executive Search practice at Patina Solutions (now Korn Ferry Interim). Allison earned her degree from Simon Fraser University in Canada.

Ryan is a Senior Director at ECA Partners specializing in executive search within the firm’s Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice. He partners with private-equity investors and healthcare organizations to recruit leaders who drive innovation, operational excellence, and clinical impact across biotech, pharmaceutical, and provider sectors. Before joining ECA, he was a Senior Managing Director at Stratacuity, a specialized search firm serving biotechnology and pharmaceutical clients. Ryan began his career at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Cancer Center and holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Bates College.

Kay is an Engagement Manager at ECA Partners specializing in executive search within the Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice. She partners with private-equity investors and healthcare organizations to recruit leaders who drive operational excellence, innovation, and growth across provider, payer, and life sciences sectors. Her experience spans strategy, operations, and transformation mandates. Alongside her search work, Kay leads ECA’s digital marketing and branding initiatives. She earned her PhD in Religious and Gender Studies from Indiana University as a Fulbright and Mellon Fellow.