Mark Schmitz Joins ZRG as Senior Partner in the Culture Practice

New York, NY, February 20, 2025

ZRG, a global talent advisory firm, is pleased to welcome Mark Schmitz as a Senior Partner in the Culture Practice. Mark brings a wealth of experience in leadership, talent strategy, and organizational transformation, further strengthening ZRG’s ability to drive culture-led business success for its clients.

Mark was drawn to ZRG’s unique, data-driven approach to talent and culture. “Being part of a team that partners with organizations to create meaningful, culture-driven change is an exciting opportunity,” he shared.

As an accomplished executive and consultant, Mark has a history of delivering transformational results. His career highlights include founding and pioneering a new company that revolutionized mass hiring strategies, significantly improving recruitment outcomes across multiple industries. Additionally, He played a pivotal role in transforming the culture of a $1B+ organization, reversing eight consecutive quarters of declining revenue and EBITDA. His efforts contributed to more than 24 consecutive quarters of growth across revenue and EBITDA. His expertise in bridging the gap between culture and strategy has led to measurable business impact, including driving double digit growth across organizations and industries.

Before joining ZRG, Mark held leadership roles at firms such as MindGym, Korn Ferry, KinderCare Education (formerly Knowledge Universe), Right Management, and PRC Inc. His deep expertise in leadership, talent, and strategic consulting positions him as a trusted advisor for organizations navigating complex transformations. He attended Loyola University of Chicago and has completed advanced programs at the Kellogg School of Management and Villanova University. A Six Sigma Green Belt, Mark applies a disciplined, results-oriented approach to his work.

“I’m thrilled to collaborate with a team of dynamic, forward-thinking professionals who are passionate about transforming organizations,” Mark said. “ZRG’s commitment to data-driven insights and culture transformation aligns perfectly with my approach to driving sustainable success.”

“The addition of Mark to our Culture Practice marks an exciting new chapter for our business. His passion for culture and strategy and his innovative thinking and extensive experience in growing organizations will be critical as we continue to expand our services and deliver cutting-edge solutions to our clients to help their organizations thrive. He will play a key role in shaping the future of our Culture Practice and driving strategic growth.”  

Amanda Fajak, Global Culture Practice Leader  

ZRG continues to expand its Culture Practice, recognizing the critical role culture plays in business performance and employee engagement. Mark’s addition to the team reflects the firm’s commitment to providing best-in-class solutions for organizations striving to create high-impact workplace environments.

About the Walking the Talk Methodology

Walking the Talk is a methodology designed to make culture manageable, practical, and aligned with business strategies. Its proven principles empower organizations to turn culture into a strategic advantage. The methodology focuses on mindset shifts, leadership behaviour, and aligning culture with strategic objectives.

About ZRG

ZRG is a global talent advisory firm revolutionizing how organizations hire, manage, and transform talent. With a data-driven approach and innovative solutions, ZRG delivers faster, better results across its full suite of retained search, on-demand talent, and consulting services.

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