Fierstone launches Search Chain Partners with backing from Barton

Experience recruiter George Fierstone has launched Search Chain Partners, a FinTech executive search and permanent recruitment firm.

The new firm will be focusing on commercially skilled roles within the AI, machine learning, ESG, data and analytics market segments. 

Fierstone previously spent more than 10 years with EC1 Partners, where he was partner and head of the executive search practice.

Nicholas Barton, founder and CEO of The Barton Partnership, will act as investor and non-executive director (NED) to the new company.

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