Egon Zehnder Opens New Office in Philadelphia

Global leadership advisory firm expands presence in growing market

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Global leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder has opened a new office in Philadelphia, marking the firm's 70th office globally. Ari Roitman will lead the Philadelphia office, bringing experience across leadership development and professional sports organizations, including the Philadelphia Eagles and Major League Baseball.

Why it matters

The Philadelphia office expansion reflects Egon Zehnder's commitment to supporting leaders in the region's fast-growing economy and business community. The firm aims to deliver its full suite of leadership advisory services and executive search to the area, helping clients navigate complex challenges around organizational transformation, culture, and talent development.

The details

The Philadelphia office will deliver Egon Zehnder's services including CEO succession, board effectiveness, executive search, leadership assessments, executive development, culture and organizational transformation, and team effectiveness. The office will be staffed by consultants who live and work in the community, pairing global insights with local business realities.

  • Egon Zehnder opened the new Philadelphia office in February 2026.

The players

Ari Roitman

Ari Roitman will lead the new Philadelphia office, bringing experience across leadership development and professional sports organizations, including the Philadelphia Eagles and Major League Baseball.

German Herrera

German Herrera is the U.S. managing partner of Egon Zehnder and was recently elected as the firm's next chair, succeeding Michael Ensser.

Egon Zehnder

Egon Zehnder is a global leadership advisory firm that has opened its 70th office globally in Philadelphia.

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What they’re saying

“Building on our ongoing work in the Philadelphia region, it was important to us to establish a strong physical presence as well. The area is home to exceptional talent and a fast-growing economy. By bringing our integrated leadership services to Philadelphia, we're able to support clients on a deeper level as they navigate pivotal moments, from CEO succession planning to organizational transformation.”

— German Herrera, U.S. Managing Partner, Egon Zehnder (huntscanlon.com)

“Organizations today need more than just executive search. Our clients are seeking truly integrated leadership solutions that help shape culture, strengthen teams and guide leaders through the mounting complexities they face. Opening an office in Philadelphia reflects our commitment to meeting those needs with the full strength of Egon Zehnder's expertise.”

— Ari Roitman, Leader, Philadelphia Office, Egon Zehnder (huntscanlon.com)

What’s next

Egon Zehnder plans to continue expanding its global footprint, with the Philadelphia office serving as a hub for the firm's leadership advisory services in the region.

The takeaway

Egon Zehnder's Philadelphia expansion reflects the growing demand for integrated leadership solutions that go beyond traditional executive search, as organizations navigate complex challenges around talent, culture, and organizational transformation in a fast-changing business environment.