About Us

Alvarez Search stands at the forefront of executive recruitment for Healthcare AI and digital innovation companies. We’ve built our reputation by understanding the rare intersection of healthcare expertise, technological innovation, and executive leadership.

Our specialized focus spans the complete healthcare technology landscape—from imaging, diagnostics, voice technology, and behavioral science AI to telehealth, remote patient monitoring, clinical trial platforms, and transformative digital health solutions—making us the trusted partner for companies seeking visionary leadership in these rapidly evolving sectors.

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Christel is a trusted partner who has been incredibly helpful to me in filling numerous executive roles at multiple companies. Hiring for some of the very nuanced roles in a healthcare business requires a deep understanding of the market and the players, something difficult to find in most recruiters. Christel is definitely a healthcare specialist, and what she does is part science and part art with a touch of magic on top. And she’s super efficient - one of the fastest at getting to great results there is. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Rob RebakForefront Telecare
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Alvarez Search has helped us to effectively and successfully scale our business. They don’t just find qualified people, they have practical business experience and organizational development insights that pair very well with their search methodologies. Finding people is table stakes—finding the right people and the right fit can make all the difference—that is what they have delivered for us.

Dan D’OrazioSage Growth Partners
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Christel knew what I needed in a job before I did. When she reached out to connect me with Sage, she was kind, professional, and motivating. This role has been the perfect fit, and I know I wouldn’t have landed here without her guidance!

Clara McLouthSage Growth Partners
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Alvarez Search is exceptional in executive and professional talent acquisition. Christel and her team take the time to understand our business, our vision and our needs. Her deep knowledge of the health care, technology and business requirements allows us to quickly land on the right aspects for each particular search and hiring process – none are “cookie cutter” and require thoughtfulness and focus. She creates a framework for accountability for my team and me – crucial to successfully landing the right candidate. Alvarez delivers, and they stand behind their work. I have engaged Alvarez while running publicly traded companies and health care startups, and will continue to put the firm at the top of my list when engaging in critical talent searches. Christel and her team are the best.

Dave FrancisCEO Healthpilot
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Who We Help

VISIONARIES. DISRUPTORS. PIONEERS.

We fuel the companies that refuse to accept healthcare’s status quo.
From breakthrough biotech startups challenging scientific boundaries to established digital health leaders revolutionizing care delivery—we power your mission with exceptional talent. Our expertise ignites growth across AI-powered diagnostics that detect disease earlier, imaging platforms that see the previously invisible, and clinical innovations that save lives daily.

You’re not just building another healthcare company. You’re creating the future—whether through transformative behavioral algorithms, biotech breakthroughs, or digital therapeutics that defy conventional treatment models.

What sets our partners apart? They demand leadership that transcends traditional executive capabilities. They require visionaries who instinctively navigate regulatory labyrinths while driving relentless innovation. Leaders who speak the complex languages of medicine, technology, and business with equal fluency.

These game-changing executives exist. We find them when others can’t.

Because in the high-stakes world of biotech and healthcare technology—second-best talent simply isn’t an option.

Who We Are

What sets Alvarez Search apart is our proprietary FocusedFit™ platform—a revolutionary executive search technology that harnesses advanced behavioral science and AI-driven assessment to identify leaders perfectly aligned with your company’s mission and technical requirements.

Powered by this innovative platform, Alvarez Search delivers the transformative leadership that propels Healthcare AI companies from vision to market dominance. We’ve mastered the rare intersection of executive talent identification and specialized healthcare technology domains, creating the ultimate advantage in identifying executives who don’t just understand your technology, but will catapult it forward.

Unlike standard recruiting methods, our approach ensures your executive team possesses both the visionary outlook and practical expertise to navigate healthcare’s complex ecosystem while driving innovation forward. Our revolutionary methodology fuses deep healthcare expertise with advanced behavioral science-driven AI assessment.

When you partner with Alvarez Search, you’re gaining more than executive talent—you’re activating a precision-engineered system designed to align visionary leaders with your specific healthcare innovation mission. The result? Transformative executives who drive innovation, secure funding, navigate regulatory complexities, and turn breakthrough solutions into market realities—precisely when you need them most.

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Our Team

At the heart of our operations is a formidable team that shares a unified goal – to sculpt the future of healthcare leadership. 

Christel Alvarez

Managing Partner & Founder

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. 

Gracie Francis

Principal

Gracie’s dedication to healthcare executive search is built on authentic partnerships that transform organizations. As Alvarez Search’s founding employee and now Principal, she strategically guides the firm’s research, recruiting, and business development initiatives with a consultative approach rooted in both sales acumen and precise execution. Her journey from first team member to Principal reflects her passion for solving complex business challenges across the healthcare ecosystem. When not serving as a trusted advisor to healthcare executives, she enjoys puzzle challenges and exploring Nashville with her dog, Tater. Gracie holds a BS in Communication from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

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.

Jay Kleinman

CRO/Advisor

Jay is a Dallas-based powerhouse and an exceptional advisor, bringing a wealth of experience across healthcare services, MedTech, insurance solutions, SaaS, marketing/advertising, and analytics. As a seasoned Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and Chief Growth Officer (CGO), Jay excels at establishing commercial operations and crafting impactful go-to-market strategies. He’s also a master of sales execution, driving growth and success for organizations. Whether navigating the complexities of the payor/provider landscape or leading innovative MedTech ventures, Jay’s strategic vision and leadership are invaluable to our team.

Kemp Maxwell

CRO/Advisor

Kemp is a dedicated and dynamic advisor, passionately committed to growing Alvarez with the customer as the driving force. As Chief Commercial Officer, Kemp is devoted to understanding the culture, goals, challenges, and needs of Alvarez clients. Before joining Alvarez, Kemp successfully led several businesses to profitability and exit, showcasing his strategic acumen and leadership prowess. His diverse experience spans healthcare, finance, and SaaS software, bringing a rich perspective to our team. A proud graduate of Rhodes College in Memphis, TN, Kemp’s dedication to client success and his strategic insights make him an invaluable asset to our organization.

Who We Work With

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in a workplace where everyone is seen, heard, and valued. Our vibrant culture is a melting pot of varied perspectives, united by a common mission. Under Christel’s guidance, a strong proponent of diversity and inclusion, we continually strive to foster an environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and experiences is celebrated not only at Alvarez Search but also with the clients we serve. 

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