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Unlock the Leadership Your Company Deserves

With an illustrious heritage rooted in the tech titans of the modern era, our executive search firm stands as a beacon of transformative recruitment. Our team, composed of industry insiders, has mastered the art of leadership placement while using advanced search techniques and artificial intelligence tools for candidate matching. We don't just fill positions; we elevate companies by installing visionaries.

Roles We've Empowered:

Technology Visionaries

Technology Visionaries

CTOs and VPs of Engineering who've pioneered scalable architectures, driving innovation in large scale operations.

Product Gurus

Product Gurus

Directors and Senior Managers of Product with histories of steering innovation in the most dynamic and user-focused features from ideation to global launch.

Sales Mavericks

Sales Mavericks

Executive Sales Leaders who've navigated the complex B2B landscape of cloud services, unlocking exponential growth and customer success.

Marketing Leaders

Marketing Leaders

CMOs and Marketing VPs with the acumen to craft resonant narratives that cut through the digital noise, much like the iconic campaigns of social media giants.

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Our Philosophy

We are not an agency but a partner, where confidentiality, integrity, and exceptional service define our approach to executive search. Our philosophy is built on core values that distinguish us in the industry and guide every aspect of our work.

Confidentiality

At Peak ConneX, we understand the sensitive nature of executive searches. We prioritize and uphold strict confidentiality throughout the entire process. Trust is the foundation of our relationships, and we are committed to safeguarding the privacy of both our clients and candidates.

Fulfilling Our Promises

We believe in the power of our commitments. When we make a promise, we deliver. Our clients can rely on us to meet deadlines, exceed expectations, and provide unparalleled service. We are dedicated to fulfilling our promises with unwavering commitment and transparency.

Straight Talk

Communication is at the heart of what we do. We believe in straightforward, honest dialogue with our clients and candidates—no hidden agendas, no unnecessary complexities – just clear and transparent communication. Our straightforward approach ensures that everyone involved is well-informed and confident in every decision.

Candidates are Future Clients

We recognize that candidates are not just individuals seeking a new opportunity; they are potential future clients and partners. We treat every candidate with the same respect, integrity, and dedication we extend to our clients. Our commitment to building lasting relationships extends beyond placements – it begins with treating candidates as valued partners in their career journey.

Meet The Team

Our team brings a unique blend of passion, expertise, and commitment to the dynamic field of cybersecurity recruitment.

Chris Villasenor

Chris Villasenor, Founder

Chris has over 20 years of consulting experience in talent management, cyber security, and organizational effectiveness. He advises startups to multinationals on aligning human capabilities with strategy, operational improvements and enterprise risk management.
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Chris has over 20 years of consulting experience in talent management, cyber security, and organizational effectiveness. He advises startups to multinationals on aligning human capabilities with strategy, operational improvements, enterprise risk management, and learning. He was previously a Group Director for a leading international talent advisory and executive search firm, where he specialized in the use of personality assessments for employee selection, retention and development.

In 2017, he founded TealSpace to address the complicated and persistent human problems in cybersecurity. Earlier in his career, he served as a trusted advisor to a variety of industries in aligning infrastructure with emerging technologies, digitization of products/services, operational improvements and fostering an agile mindset. Having deep expertise in Product Lifecycle Management and Go To Market strategies, he has helped bring new services and products to market for the Fortune 500.

Throughout his career he has had several Board of Director positions where he provides guidance to international companies entering the North America market and currently is helping to develop the next genearation of cybersecurity professionals an Advisor to RapidAscent. Chris has BS in Biological Systems Engineering, VA Tech and an MBA from Robert Smith School, UMD. A certified executive coach by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), he acts as a soundboard for leaders driving transformation, managing disruption and helping to unleash their potential.

He is an accredited Insider Threat Program Manager (ITPM) by Carnegie Melon Software Engineering Institute.

Darcey Villasenor, Managing Partner

Darcey Villasenor is an accomplished people and talent executive with more than 15 years of experience helping high-growth technology companies build exceptional teams. 

 

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Darcey Villasenor is an accomplished people and talent executive with more than 15 years of experience helping high-growth technology companies build exceptional teams. Across leadership roles at Seekr, SpryPoint, StackHawk, Sonatype, and Mercuri Urval, she has built talent acquisition functions from the ground up, led global hiring initiatives, and advised executives through rapid growth and organizational change. Her results include hiring more than 500 professionals across three continents, supporting threefold headcount growth, and consistently improving hiring speed and performance. 

For PeakConnex clients, Darcey brings a strategic, people-first approach to talent and recruitment. Her expertise spans executive search, fractional HR executive roles, candidate assessment, workforce planning, employer branding, organizational design, and leadership development—helping companies identify outstanding talent and create environments where people can thrive. An SPHR-certified leader and trained business coach, Darcey combines data-driven insight with hands-on execution to connect organizations with leaders and teams that deliver lasting impact.

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David Van Ongevalle, Industrial Psychologist

More than 20 years of experience in helping organizations identifying and selecting the right talent. Specialized in developing and executing assessment centres, competency modelling, HR tools and optimizing talent management processes.
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More than 20 years of experience in helping organizations identifying and selecting the right
talent. Specialized in developing and executing assessment centres, competency modelling, HR
tools and optimizing talent management processes. Working for top rated consultants in
Belgium, South-Africa and the USA, David leverages his cultural awareness and in-depth
industry expertise to deliver valuable solutions for his clients as a trusted advisor.


An Industrial Psychologist by degree, he is certified in various assessment center methods and
tools, and works extensively across professional services, technology, financial and
manufacturing/capital equipment sectors. He is bilingual Dutch/English.

Blake Elder, Associate (Recruit Manager)

Blake has over 10 years of experience in recruiting, executive search, and human resource management in the industrial, manufacturing, biopharma– medical devices and ICT (Information, Communication, Technology) sectors.
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Blake has over 10 years of experience in recruiting, executive search, and human resource management in the industrial, manufacturing, biopharma– medical devices and ICT (Information, Communication, Technology) sectors. With previous work experience in recruitment agencies, consulting and in-house recruitment, he has a comprehensive understanding of the corporate environment and how to best partner with hiring managers.

He previously worked for a leading international talent advisory running full-life cycle executive search and recruitment assignments and is formally trained in professional and leadership assessments to aid in employee selection. With his background in human resources, he will ensure a successful onboarding and seamless transition of new hires into the organization. Blake has two BS degrees with one in Finance from University of South Carolina and Biology from East Carolina University.

David Klink, COO

Dave is a seasoned executive having spent his entire career in healthcare. He has worked for over a decade as a senior team member focusing on the creation of meaningful metrics and building a culture of integrity and performance.
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Dave is a seasoned executive having spent his entire career in healthcare. He has worked for over a decade as a senior team member focusing on the creation of meaningful metrics and building a culture of integrity and performance.

Dave’s expertise is developing teams in evolving organizations and creating an environment of continuous improvement while balancing the financial needs of the organization. Having been a President and COO he understands the impact he has on the strategic and operational direction of the company all leading to financially healthy outcomes. Dave has the ability to create realistic, but stretch budgets while partnering with senior leadership, boards at the executive level.

 At the same time, Dave is known for being a humble, caring, approachable “regular guy” to the front line staff

Liyam Larsen, Associate (OSINT Investigator)

With 20+ years of experience in offensive IT security, it is safe to say that Liyam will improve your security posture by identifying security weaknesses before a real attacker can exploit them.

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With 20+ years of experience in offensive IT security, it is safe to say that Liyam will improve your security posture by identifying security weaknesses before a real attacker can exploit them. He has practical experience in encryption of files, vulnerability scans, automation of IT security tasks, setting up playbooks, log file analysis, raw data analysis, reporting tools, building and feeding SIEM products, setting up SOC, using OSINT and 1000s of other hacks that you only hear about in the innermost circles of Blackhat environments, he strives towards helping business assess their systems and develop a comprehensive view of existing security posture to prioritize the steps necessary to protect your business infrastructure best.

At Peak ConneX, our philosophy is not just a set of principles; it’s a commitment to excellence, confidentiality, and integrity. We invite you to experience the difference of working with a search firm that values your trust, delivers on promises, communicates openly, treats candidates as future clients, and ensures that placed executives exceed expectations.

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