Christel Alvarez, Managing Partner and Founder: Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being. Having successfully placed over 200 professionals, she stands out as a notable leader in the healthcare ecosystem. Prior to establishing her own firm, Christel honed her search acumen at Elevation Search Solutions, an executive recruiting firm in Nashville, TN. Her early professional endeavors, including co-managing her family’s enterprises, set the stage for her entrepreneurial spirit. She further expanded her repertoire with enterprise sales and consulting roles at industry powerhouses like Canon, Iron Mountain, and ADP. Christel is a proud graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, TN.
About us
From humble beginnings to one of the top executive search firms in San Diego
The
Alvarez Search
Mission
Relationship-centered and industry-focused, Alvarez Search takes a personalized approach to delivering the visionary leaders shaping the future of life sciences and healthcare.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Fostering diverse leadership is not only a moral imperative, but also a critical driver of innovation, improved patient outcomes, and organizational success. We actively seek out and promote diverse talent networks, ensuring that the candidates we put forward reflect a rich tapestry of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
How We Deliver
We take every search personally, listening to each individual’s motivations and understanding our clients’ needs to accelerate our ability to identify the right leader.
Our Team
Christel Alvarez
Managing Partner & Founder
Makedah Shartukar
Senior Consultant
Say hello to Makedah, our accomplished Executive & Corporate Recruiter who thrives on connecting top talent with exciting opportunities. With a stellar track record in full-cycle recruitment, Makedah excels at placing everyone from rising stars to C-Suite executives in both large corporations and innovative startups within the tech industry. She’s a relationship-building maven, adept at collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance the talent function and drive organizational growth. Makedah especially loves matching visionary CEOs and dynamic leadership teams with their dream roles. Originally from the bustling Bay Area, she now calls vibrant Houston home. Her passion for talent acquisition and her knack for understanding organizational needs make her an invaluable asset to our team.
Who We Work With
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Medicare Plans
Healthpilot is the easy, online way to get a Medicare plan you can be confident in, this year and every year.
Meet
Christel Alvarez
Managing Partner & Founder
Healthcare Ecosystem
Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being. Having successfully placed over 200 professionals, she stands out as a notable leader in the healthcare ecosystem.
Alvarez Search Partners
Design Variation - 01
Makedah Shartukar
Say hello to Makedah, our accomplished Executive & Corporate Recruiter who thrives on connecting top talent with opportunities.
Chris Hefley
Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being.
Sanchit Maruti
Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being.
Caroline Shunk
Say hello to Makedah, our accomplished Executive & Corporate Recruiter who thrives on connecting top talent with opportunities.
DArrin Rowell
Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being.
DAn D’Arazio
Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being.
Troy Magennis
Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being.
Design Variation - 02
Caroline Shunk
Say hello to Makedah, our accomplished Executive & Corporate Recruiter who thrives on connecting top talent with opportunities.
DArrin Rowell
Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being.
DAn D’Arazio
Say hello to Makedah, our accomplished Executive & Corporate Recruiter who thrives on connecting top talent with opportunities.
Troy Magennis
Christel’s commitment to healthcare stems from personal journeys, fueling a passion for health and well-being.
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Contact.
People are the most important part of a company, so it’s critical to hire the right person the first time. From C-Suite to other critical strategic roles, The Alvarez Search is here to help you build a strong leadership team and partner with you as you move through your next growth phase.
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