Executive Search & Leadership Advisory · Est. 2006
Meet Our Team
The people behind Hunter Ambrose, bringing experience, insight, and a commitment to every client partnership.
Executive Search & Leadership Advisory · Est. 2006
The Hunter Ambrose Int. Ledership Team
Hunter Ambrose is led by a multidisciplinary team that combines executive search, operations, clinical expertise, creative strategy, and leadership development to support organizations through critical hiring and transformation.
Nicole Barbano Sipe – CEO
As CEO of Hunter Ambrose, Nicole leads the firm’s executive search and leadership work across healthcare, infrastructure, family office, and professional services. She partners with CEOs, boards, investors, and leadership teams on permanent search, interim leadership, and executive coaching, bringing nearly two decades of experience matching leaders with complex, highly visible organizations. Her work spans retained searches, coaching programs, and masterclasses, giving clients a practical, real-world perspective on leadership, succession, and organizational performance.
Justin Wade Sipe – COO
As COO, Justin leads the firm’s operations, finance, and vendor strategy, ensuring every engagement is supported by strong systems and disciplined execution. With more than 20 years of experience in multi-location operations and financial oversight, he oversees budgeting, forecasting, process design, and the operational infrastructure behind executive search work. Justin also contributes his financial and operational perspective to finance leadership searches, helping clients evaluate candidates through a pragmatic, performance-focused lens.
Annette Lindeman, RN, MBA – Clinical Consultant
Annette serves as Clinical Consultant on innovation, technology, and Critical Access Hospital engagements, adding a clinical and operational lens to search and advisory work. Drawing on extensive leadership experience in hospital and service-line operations, she helps clients assess clinical environments, align leadership with care delivery priorities, and support sustainable improvements in outcomes and team performance.
Julia Skoblova – Creative Director
Based in Warsaw, Poland, Julia leads creative and digital marketing strategy for key searches, helping clients tell their story in a way that attracts senior leadership talent. She develops Job Reels and integrated campaigns that elevate employer brand, increase visibility, and translate complex organizations into clear, compelling narratives for candidates across global markets. Her design and narrative expertise ensure every touchpoint reflects sophisticated, contemporary branding.
Nick A. Milne – Senior Consultant
As Senior Consultant at Hunter Ambrose, Nick supports the firm’s executive search engagements across healthcare, academia, finance, public utilities, and emerging technology. Since joining the firm in 2018, he has contributed to retained searches, candidate development, market research, and executive recruitment projects nationwide.
A magna cum laude graduate of Fordham University, Nick also serves as producer of the Hunter Ambrose Podcast and editor of The Hire, authored by Nicole Barbano. His work combines research, communication, and relationship-building to support successful outcomes for clients and candidates alike.
Executive Search & Leadership Advisory · Est. 2006
Hunter Ambrose — Quick Facts
Industry Recognition
Ranked #21 among the largest executive search firms by Modern Healthcare (2022).
National Reach
Executive search assignments conducted across all 50 states, placing leaders in mission-critical roles across healthcare, infrastructure, and professional services.
Global Engagement
Retained by healthcare systems and family office organizations in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Mexico.
Healthcare Expertise
Trusted by 500+ Critical Access Hospitals and rural health organizations over the past decade, with deep expertise across clinical leadership, finance, operations, and governance.
Cross-Sector Search Capability
Executive placements across public utilities, law firms, investor-backed companies, healthcare systems, and family offices, with functional expertise spanning finance, plant operations, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk.
Integrated Advisory Model
Approximately one in four clients engage Hunter Ambrose for executive coaching, leadership advisory, or strategic consulting in addition to search.
Leadership Structure
Led by three senior partners, supported by a national network of consultants and research partners.
Boutique Philosophy
Boutique-level client service paired with enterprise-grade search methodology and candidate vetting.
Kansas City Headquarters
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, serving national and international clients while hosting the Hunter Ambrose Podcast, executive office hours, and select pro bono coaching sessions.
Pro Bono Coaching
Hunter Ambrose periodically offers pro bono coaching to individuals seeking a second chance through employment, including those transitioning from incarceration and professionals facing significant economic hardship.
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