TJM SEARCH

Theresa J. M. Michel is a seasoned senior-level search consultant with 27 years of experience in retained executive search, both in the Twin Cities and nationally. Her broad search background includes 7 years with the leading search firm worldwide - Korn/Ferry International, and 5 years at public Capella Education Company during its rapid growth phase ($250MM-$1B+), where she launched and led a game-changing internal executive search function.

Theresa’s boutique practice focuses on conducting C-suite and board searches across a broad range of industries and ownership structures, including private/family-owned, private-equity, and non-profit faith-based organizations.

Deeply networked, Theresa is an expert in key leader recruitment, search process, talent and industry research, and is a tenacious, respected, and transparent search partner. She is known as the go-to consultant for nuanced, particularly challenging or niche searches; for her strategic ability and for delivering results in record time. 

She earned a BA in Political Science and History from The University of St. Thomas, a JD from William Mitchell College of Law, and passed the MN Bar. 

Theresa lives with her husband and children in Saint Paul.