How Collette Morey-Parish Helps Founders Build with Confidence

Collette Morey-Parish

Q: Collette, what inspired you to start InnoPro?

After a few years at Innovex and supporting executive-level placements, I saw a real need for search solutions that extended beyond the C-suite. Founders and growing teams weren’t getting the depth, precision, or partnership they needed at earlier hiring stages. InnoPro was born to change that—to bring retained search rigor to roles across the business, not just the boardroom.

Q: What makes your approach different from traditional recruitment firms?

We’re not recruiters—we’re a retained search partner. That means we don’t just send CVs—we challenge briefs, benchmark the market, and guide founders through critical decisions. We actively map the market, vet candidates thoroughly, and provide insight at every stage. Most importantly, we don’t take shortcuts. Every search is tailored, and every placement has long-term impact in mind.

Q: How do you support founders beyond just filling a role?

We act as a sparring partner. From defining what the company truly needs, to helping hiring managers identify where their process may be holding them back, to advising on team design—we’re in it with them.

Founders don’t need noise—they need clarity. That’s what we bring.

Q: What’s one piece of advice you’d give a founder hiring in 2025?

Don’t wait until you’re overwhelmed to hire—and don’t settle for “good enough.”The right talent doesn’t just fill a gap. They shift momentum.

Q: How can founders work with you?

Start by having a conversation. We work best when there’s transparency, ambition, and a shared desire to get it right.If you’re scaling and want a partner who takes hiring as seriously as you do, I’d love to connect.