Emily Acquavita is an Associate within Landing Point’s Capital Formation & Investment Support Division. Prior to joining the team, Emily was a Commercial Banking Senior at Citibank. Before joining Citibank, Emily worked at TD Bank as an Analyst at both commercial and corporate banks. Emily earned her Bachelor of Science from the University of Connecticut with a degree in Finance. Emily enjoys traveling, fitness, tennis, and sports. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her family and friends.
Mark began his career as an associate at Andersen in their Private Client Services tax department. He continued his career in tax at Apercen Partners LLC where he worked on ultra-high net worth individuals. Mark graduated from the University at Buffalo with a B.S. in Accounting and went on to get his MS in Accountancy from Baruch College. Mark enjoys fitness, working on cars, home renovation, spending time with friends and family, and rooting for the Buffalo Bills.
Jodi Becchetti is the Managing Director of Landing Point’s MedTech Recruiting Division. Jodi began her career over 21 years ago with a large search firm where she earned national recognition as a top performer. Jodi has partnered with Landing Point to build an enterprise sales and marketing Medical Technology practice. Working primarily in the medical device industry, her mission is to identify and bring together top industry talent with the best companies while creating and improving investor wealth and corporate value. Jodi graduated from the University of Connecticut with a double major in International Relations and History. During her free time, Jodi enjoys the cabin life and gathering with friends and family.
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Kristina Bektesevic is a Recruiting Coordinator supporting the Accounting/Finance team at Landing Point. Prior to joining Landing Point, Kristina worked as an Associate Producer in the television industry and as a Sales Associate in retail. She graduated from LIU Post with a BA in Broadcast Journalism and enjoys shopping and looking up recipes at Trader Joe’s and staying abreast of the latest makeup trends at Sephora.
Sophia Bendriss is a Recruiting Coordinator at Landing Point. A University of Delaware Marketing graduate, Sophia has a passion for fashion. She has worked as an executive assistant in jewelry the last few years and have a love for administrative work. She loves music, the beach and reality tv, and she has a huge passion for animals.
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Nicholas Cabral started recruiting twenty years ago and has significant experience working with financial services professionals. Nick has partnered with many large financial institutions and small boutique investment managers to meet their hiring needs throughout his career. Nick graduated from Bentley University with a degree in Finance and a minor in Philosophy. He enjoys skiing and snowboarding with his wife and two daughters, coaching and playing soccer, and rooting for Boston sports teams.
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Elizabeth is a Senior Associate in Landing Point’s Corporate Services Division. She began her career in hospitality sales before discovering her passion for recruitment, which ultimately led her to join the team. A graduate of the University of Georgia with a degree in Advertising, Elizabeth now calls Aspen, Colorado home. An outdoor enthusiast, she enjoys skiing, snowboarding, skinning, hiking, and playing tennis in her free time.
Stuart Coleman is a Managing Director, joining Landing Point with 25 years of staffing experience in the Boston market. After beginning his career focused on temporary accounting and finance placements, he eventually led all non-technical staffing at a national level, including Accounting, Finance, HR, and Administrative roles. Originally from Virginia, Stu now lives in New England and when he’s not enjoying everything that New England has to offer, you’ll find him in his happy place – the kitchen.
Carlo Coumoutsos is a Partner at Landing Point with a focus on the Accounting/Finance Division. He joined shortly after the company launched in April 2015. Carlo started his career as an Auditor with PwC’s Asset Management Practice, and spent almost three years with a NY based search firm with a focus on Accounting/Finance professionals. Carlo has a BS & MS in Accounting from Fordham University, and served as President of their Beta Alpha Psi chapter. Carlo enjoys spending time with his wife and four sons, who he unfortunately will raise to be Jets and Knicks fans.
Max Diamond is a Senior Associate with Landing Point’s Accounting & Finance Division. Prior to joining Landing Point, Max was an Associate at Fortress Investment Group and an Experienced Associate at PwC in the banking capital markets group. Max received a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree (in Forensic Accounting) from SUNY Albany. He is a big sports fan (go Jets and Yanks) and enjoys cooking and trying new restaurants in his spare time.
Eric Dordick serves as a Managing Director within the Accounting/Finance Division at Landing Point. Before joining Landing Point, Eric has over 20 years of experience as an Executive Director with two prominent New York-based regional recruiting firms. Throughout his career, Eric has specialized in connecting Accounting/Finance professionals at all career stages within the Financial Services Industry. His extensive network spans across Asset Management, Private Equity, Hedge Fund, Banking, and Real Estate sectors, establishing him as a leading figure in the tri-state area’s recruitment industry. Eric holds a dual degree in Labor & Industrial Relations and Industrial Organizational Psychology from Penn State University. Outside of work, Eric enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two children, engaging in activities like pickleball, golfing, and coaching his children’s sports teams. He is also a diehard Philadelphia Sports Fan!
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Katherine Dwyer joined Landing Point in 2024 as a Managing Director in the Capital Formation & Investment Support Division. Katherine was most recently a Partner and Head of Recruitment at Jensen Partners. Katherine began her career in recruitment at SG Partners. Prior to SG, Katherine was the Gallery Manager at Findlay Galleries. Katherine graduated from Georgetown University, where she received an A.B. in Classics. Katherine enjoys spending time in Central Park running or playing tennis, traveling, yoga, and frequenting museums, theaters, and restaurants in New York City.
Charlie Foulds is a Managing Director within Landing Point’s Accounting Contract Support Division, a division he helped launch in 2016. Prior to joining Landing Point, Charlie spent almost 3 years with a global search firm, focusing on Contract placements for Accounting & Finance professionals. He graduated from Towson University with a BS in Communications. Charlie is an active outdoorsman and a diehard fan of the NY Rangers and NY Mets.
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Joseph is a Senior Associate within Landing Point’s Consulting Division. A Westchester native and a Providence College Graduate (Go Friars!), Joseph started his career as a 4th grade teacher in East Harlem for 3 years, making the pivot to recruiting where he focuses on accounting & finance roles. Joseph is a huge sports fan (Yankees, Celtics, and NY Giants) and loves movies.
Daniela Garza Kuchta is a Director within Landing Point’s Capital Formation & Investment Support Division. Prior to joining the firm, she spent her career in finance both in Mexico City and New York. Daniela has a Bachelor’s Degree in International Business from Universidad Iberoamericana. Daniela enjoys traveling, discovering new restaurants, and working out.
Alec Gesualdi is an Associate Recruiter for Landing Point Consulting. He started his career in staffing at Infinity Consulting Solutions, before being acquired by Korn Ferry. Alec specializes in Information Technology Recruiting, working on their Enterprise team to find talent for companies like J.P. Morgan Chase, Disney, Intuit, and more! Alec earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Roger Williams University, and was also apart of their Campus Activities Board, planning large scale events including their yearly Concert, Comedy Show and Carnival! Outside of work, Alec is an avid basketball fan, and even a season ticket holder for the New York Liberty. Alec also enjoys traveling abroad, with his most recent trip being to Japan!
Maria Giokas Morello is a Director within Landing Point’s Capital Formation & Investment Support Division. Prior to joining the team, Maria was a Senior Associate at Rockefeller Capital Management. Prior to Rockefeller, Maria worked at UBS within their Wealth Management division. Maria earned her Bachelor of Science from The Pennsylvania State University with a major in Finance and minor in Information Science Technology. Maria enjoys traveling, fitness/wellness, photography, cooking, and house music. In her leisure she likes to spend time with her family and friends and explore all that New York City offers.
Julie Good Guerra is a Director within Landing Point’s Boston team, specializing in the accounting & finance industry. With 25 years of experience in accounting, finance, HR, and administrative fields, she has built a career as both a recruiter and leader in the Greater Boston area and nationally. She spent most of her career at WinterWyman, focusing on permanent and contract roles, and excels at connecting top talent with exciting opportunities.
Julie holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of New Hampshire. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, traveling, dining out, shopping, and relaxing at the beach.
Margot Hancock is a Human Resources Associate. Prior to Landing Point, Margot has worked in a variety of roles including: directing a performing arts school, teaching a variety of group fitness classes, and serving as the Logistics Coordinator/Office Manager for Resilient Families Institute, which provides retreats for military families. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. When she’s not attempting to bring organization & structure to the world one color-coded binder at a time, she enjoys hiking, yoga, spending time with her dog, and enjoying all the things New York has to offer – from Broadway shows to all-things sports (#LGM)!
Nicholas “Nick” Hrelja is an Associate within Landing Point’s Capital Formation & Investment Support group. He attended Penn State University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in labor and human resources with a minor in business administration. Prior to joining Landing Point, he worked as a recruiter for a NYC-based recruiting firm. In his spare time, Nick enjoys exercising, playing golf, rooting for the New England Patriots, and spending time with friends and family.
Hannah Jaeger is a creative and data-driven marketing leader with over 15 years of experience building B2B brands. As Landing Point’s CMO, she brings a blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution, helping elevate the firm’s brand, content, and go-to-market approach. Hannah previously led a marketing team at a fast-growing professional services firm, and has also built a Fractional CMO & brand consulting business. Outside of work, you can find Hannah spending time with her husband and children or hiking a big mountain somewhere.
Carlie Kelly is a Senior Associate on the Capital Formation & Investment Support team. Carlie grew up in NJ and attended The Ohio State University- go Buckeyes! She graduated in May of 2022 with a degree in finance and then began working as a recruiter for JW Michaels. A fun fact is that she traveled for a month after college to Italy, Croatia and Spain! She now lives in the city and enjoys working out, shopping, trying new restaurants and all the things NYC offers.
Ryan Kennedy, JD/CPA is a Director within Landing Point’s Tax and Family Office Solutions Division. Prior to his career in recruiting, Ryan held tax roles in both public and private accounting and has presented at over 75 tax seminars/symposiums across the country. Ryan has a JD from SIU Law and a BS in Accounting from Illinois College where he was an Academic All-American on the soccer team. Ryan and his wife are avid golfers and enjoy spending free time with their two dogs, Woody & Lucy.
Catherine “Cat” Kerwin is a Senior Associate on the Technology Team at Landing Point. With a background encompassing both agency and RPO settings, she possesses a breadth of knowledge that proves invaluable as she embarks on her recruiting career at Landing Point. Cat holds two Bachelor’s degrees in Human Resources Management and Labor Relations from Rutgers University. Outside of work, Cat resides in NYC, indulging in her love for exploration by frequenting new restaurants. Additionally, she actively contributes to her family’s bar in Jersey, willingly assisting with extra shifts whenever needed.
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Victoria Lapin is a distinguished professional with over two decades of experience in the realm of temporary recruitment. She has passionately cultivated her expertise as a leader and manager, overseeing a dynamic team of recruiters. A graduate of Temple University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Victoria possesses a unique blend of skills that enable her to understand and connect with individuals on a profound level during the recruitment process. Victoria’s career has been marked by her exceptional proficiency in placing accounting and finance professionals in contract and contract-to-hire roles. Her unparalleled talent for matching top-tier candidates with the specific needs of her clients exemplifies her commitment to excellence in the industry. As a leader, Victoria Lapin’s style is marked by honesty and transparency, traits that form the foundation of her professional relationships, underpinning trust and mutual respect. As a Managing Director, Victoria Lapin continues to shape the executive search landscape with her unwavering commitment to excellence and her innate ability to connect talent with opportunity. Beyond her career, Victoria is a globetrotter at heart, having explored nearly 50 countries. Her love for travel, coupled with her appreciation for classical music, art, and literature, reveal a multifaceted personality with a thirst for diverse experiences. In her personal life, Victoria cherishes her role as a mother to her son, a testament to her ability to balance her professional achievements with her dedication to family.
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Rene Letendre has over 18 years of experience in recruiting with a focus on Financial Services Operations, Investor Relations & Marketing, and Contract Staffing. Prior to joining Landing Point, Rene was the co-owner of a search firm that was acquired by a national recruiting company in 2016. Rene graduated with a BA in Sociology from Eastern Connecticut State University. He enjoys sports and spending time with his 2 daughters.
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Hannah Marafioti is a Senior Associate on the Accounting and Finance team. She has spent the last year and a half in public accounting at the Bonadio Group on their Audit & Assurance team. Hannah graduated from SUNY Geneseo with a BS and MS in accounting, and I was a member of their DIII women’s lacrosse team. At the start of her professional career, she also worked part time as the Geneseo women’s lacrosse assistant coach. She loves watching sports (specifically the Bills), live music, and spending time with family and friends!
Andrew Miller is a Partner in Landing Point’s Accounting/Finance Division, collaborating with CFOs, COOs, and financial professionals across a diverse client base, from startups to established alternative asset management firms. With 15 years of experience in recruiting, Andrew excels at building long-term relationships and offering strategic advisory support tailored to every stage of a client’s growth. His expertise spans both junior and senior roles, helping organizations identify and address their short-term and long-term talent needs. Andrew launched his career in Deloitte’s financial services audit practice, where he passed the CPA exam. He earned a dual bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. In his free time, Andrew is an avid New York Rangers fan and enjoys pursuing his goal of playing the world’s top 100 golf courses.
Mae Morelli is a Marketing Associate at Landing Point. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Sacred Heart University with a degree in both Marketing and Management. Throughout her time at Sacred Heart, she was on the Division I lacrosse team, and as a Long Island native, she enjoys going to the beach and staying active.
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Domenica Nociforo is a Director on the Landing Point Consulting team. Prior to joining the firm, she worked as a Marketing Coordinator with Lynx-NY and an Executive Assistant at The Corcoran Group. Domenica has a Bachelor’s Degree from SUNY Cortland with a major in Communications (PR & Advertising) and a minor in Marketing. While there, she was a member of Alpha Phi and the Student Government Association. Domenica enjoys yoga, kayaking/paddle boarding and snowboarding. She also enjoys spending her free time at the beach or with her dogs.
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Sydney O’Brien is an Associate on Landing Point’s Legal & Compliance Consulting team. Before joining Landing Point, she spent 3 years at one of New York’s top legal recruiting firms as a recruitment coordinator. She also spent 2 years as a paralegal before transitioning to recruiting. Her previous experience gives her insight into both client and candidate needs. Sydney enjoys being creative in her spare time, and her hobbies include making clothes, interior design, and all things DIY.
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Stephanie Occhiogrosso is a Senior Associate within Landing Point’s Tax & Family Office Division. Stephanie began her career with PricewaterhouseCoopers Tax Advisory practice focusing on cross border equity compensation and tax, benefit and welfare plans (Form 5500) and compensation benchmarking. She has an undergraduate degree from Bucknell University with a major in Economics and Italian Studies, and was a member of their Division I volleyball team. Stephanie enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, playing volleyball and going to the beach with family and friends.
Hannah O’Connor is an Internal Recruiter of the Firm. In her current role, she is actively involved in seeking out and bringing in top talent to join Landing Point. Prior to this position, Hannah started at LP as an Associate recruiter on the Accounting & Finance team. Prior to joining Landing Point, Hannah started her professional career in public accounting as an Associate at CohnReznick. She earned both her B.S. in Accounting and M.S. in Accountancy from the University of Scranton. Hannah enjoys spending time with her family & friends, working out and spoiling her Shih-tzu, Cassie!
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John is a Managing Director within Landing Point’s Consulting Division. Before joining Landing Point, John dedicated over 9 years to a local staffing firm, specializing predominantly in Information Technology. His professional career started by founding a basketball analytics company, selling to college and NBA teams. John is a proud graduate of Fordham University, earning his degree in 2012. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf. He lives in Northport LI with his wife, Marilyn, and son, James. John is a big Jets and Islanders fan.
As a Managing Director on Landing Point’s Consulting team, Melissa Pelcovitz has over a decade of expertise in recruitment, sales, and legal practice. Before joining Landing Point, she spent seven years at Tandym Group, specializing in legal recruitment. As a former practicing attorney, Melissa spent three years in law before transitioning to recruitment, where she now leverages her legal background to provide unique value to clients and candidates. She lives in Great Neck, NY, with her husband, three children, and their mini Goldendoodle.
Daniela Posillico is an Associate on Landing Point’s Accounting & Finance division. Before joining the team, she worked as an Experienced Associate at PricewaterhouseCoopers in their Asset & Wealth Management sector. She earned a B.S. in Accounting and an M.S. in Accountancy from Binghamton University’s School of Management. Daniela enjoys baking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Louis Santelli is a Director within Landing Point’s Accounting/Finance Division. He joined Landing Point in 2020 after graduating from Fordham University with a MA in Public Media and BA in Communications/Journalism. Louis was a member of Fordham’s Division I Track and Field/Cross Country team for 5 years and served as the Captain of the Track and Field team for three years. He enjoys running, comics, and is a loyal Yankee fan.
Alexandra is an Account Coordinator on the Landing Point Consulting team. Prior to joining the firm, Alexandra was an Associate at True Search where she worked on placing candidates within the Product Data and Technology practice in the PE/ VC backed space. Alexandra has a Bachelor’s Degree from Marist College where she majored in Fashion Merchandising with a minor in Advertising. In her free time, Alexandra enjoys going to the beach, exercising, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
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Jessie Scott is a Director within the Medical Technology Division. She has built a strong reputation recruiting top talent across multiple industries and disciplines over the past 20 years. She has spent a large part of her career as a corporate recruiter and launched her own recruitment firm in early 2020 where she began to shift her efforts to the medical device industry. She is a dynamic recruitment leader who demonstrates high integrity, transparency, and a competitive spirit balanced with an optimistic approach to deliver high quality results to both her clients and candidates. Jessie received her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Minnesota State University. She loves to spend time with her family and friends enjoying live music, traveling and spending as much time as she can down-hill skiing and hiking in the mountains!
Chase Scottland is a Director in Landing Point’s Legal & Compliance division, with over six years of experience in compliance recruitment. Before joining Landing Point, he specialized in placing compliance professionals in contract and permanent roles at JCW Search. A University of Florida graduate, Chase comes from a family of devoted Gators fans and is a loyal supporter of the New York Mets. He also enjoys discovering new restaurants on the Upper East Side.
Taylor Seabrook is Landing Point’s Head of Talent and Employee Experience. Prior to Landing Point, Taylor worked in Human Resources at Viking Global Investors, where she led the firm’s global recruiting efforts. She began her career in college admissions at Bowdoin College and Brown University. Taylor graduated from Bowdoin College with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and English, and was captain of the College’s women’s lacrosse team. A native of coastal Maine, Taylor resides just outside of Portland with her husband and dog, Crosby.
Steve joins us after founding and managing Roots Recruiting, an executive search firm specializing in legal and compliance roles within asset management. Before that, he spent 13 years building and selling a recruiting firm focused on non-investment roles in investment management. Over his career, Steve has facilitated 400+ legal and compliance placements, including high-profile Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel roles, working with hedge funds, private equity firms, and clients ranging from $100M to $300B in AUM. A frequent conference speaker and expert witness, Steve holds a B.S. in Finance from Pace University and splits his time between Southern California and NYC with his wife and two dogs.
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Tyler Shook is a Research Associate on Landing Point’s Accounting and Finance division. He graduated from the University of Albany (SUNY) with a B.S. in Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, and Cyber Security while playing Division I lacrosse. In his free time, Tyler enjoys playing golf and exercising. He is a big sports fan, especially of Boston-area teams like the Patriots, Celtics, and Red Sox.
Scott Spungin is a Managing Director on Landing Point’s Capital Formation & Investment Support division, and has spent over 16 years recruiting experienced professionals in all areas of Financial Services including Alternative/Traditional Asset Management, FinTech and Banking. Prior to his recruiting career, Scott spent six years working in the Financial Services industry at top tier banking and hedge fund institutions. Scott graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration. He enjoys spending his free time with his wife and two children, skiing, and OCR (Obstacle Course Racing).
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Ricki Straeb is an Associate on Landing Point’s Corporate Services team. Ricki graduated from the University of Florida with a BS in Marketing, specializing in entrepreneurship and finance. Ricki started out in our Boston office but recently moved to New York to start her new adventure. She is passionate about exploring new cities, soaking up the sun, and indulging in any new restaurant she can find. Ricki is always ready to embrace the excitement of life’s next chapter!
Jack is an Associate in Landing Point’s Boston Office. He began his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an Assurance Associate before switching over to Landing point. Jack received both his bachelors and masters degree from Assumption University in Worcester Massachusetts. While at Assumption he joined the Men’s Swim Team. Jack enjoys running, hiking, scuba diving and watching the Boston sports teams win.
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Zoie Teytelbaum is a Managing Director within Landing Point’s Corporate Services Division. Prior to joining the team, she worked as a Medical Sales Representative and a Development Specialist for a Non-Profit. Zoie has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida. Zoie loves going to comedy shows, trying new restaurants and coffee shops, and visiting her coastal hometown – Dunedin, Florida.
Natalie Thompson is a Director on Landing Point’s Corporate Services Division. Before joining Landing Point, she served as an Associate Director at a staffing agency, specializing in recruitment for the tech industry with a focus on Marketing, HR, Finance, and Sales roles. Natalie holds a B.S. from Bowdoin College, where she co-captained the women’s lacrosse team. An avid foodie, she enjoys cooking new recipes and hiking throughout Maine with her husband and their two Labradors, Maisie and Miller.
Kirk Wilkinson is a Director within Landing Point’s Capital Formation & Investment Support division. He joined Landing Point in 2018 after graduating from the University of Oregon with a BS in Applied Business and Economics. He enjoys playing basketball, football and rock climbing.
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As a Director on Landing Point’s Legal & Compliance division, Jeff Wilson specializes in legal and compliance placements within the asset management industry. With expertise in client and candidate relations, he has negotiated diverse compensation structures, including cash, carry, equity, stock, and partner interest. Previously, Jeff was Director of Strategic Relationships at Kforce, managing Fortune 500 searches, and later advised clients on talent acquisition at Jobvite. A San Jose State graduate in Corporate Finance, Jeff now lives in Southern California, where he enjoys golf and running.
Alex Wright is a partner overseeing the consulting verticals at Landing Point. Prior to Landing Point, Alex has spent the last 15 years focused within consulting and consulting to hire recruitment space both in the New York Tristate and across the country. His areas of expertise are Accounting, Finance, HR, Legal and technology. Alex is a born and raised New Yorker. He has a Bachelor’s in Economics from Duquesne University where he was the captain of the tennis team. Alex lives with his wife and two children in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.
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