Jeff Gundersen

Jeff Gundersen, Founder & CEO of Executive Connections LLC, has built a loyal following for developing outstanding digital business and marketing leaders. His boutique firm’s competitive edge is based upon the long-term C-level partnerships Jeff has cultivated paired with EC’s innovative solutions that blend executive search, transition consulting, and personal branding. Global CEOs—seeking to build “best in class” marketing and media businesses and personal brands—have made him their trusted advisor. They rely on his proven connections, depth of marketing and media sector experience, and record of delivering high-touch support for the long-term success of their businesses and the executives placed. A sought-after speaker on the forefront of digital marketing and new media talent acquisition and development, Jeff is involved with leading digital and direct marketing industry associations including the IAB, AdTech, MMA, DMA, and AMA. Jeff personally demonstrates that for success in the partnership “game,” conditioning, focus, and performance/winning are all important. His team consistently operates at the leading-edge of new digital marketing and media competencies that result in over-delivering on objectives for their clients. Jeff earned his B.S. degree from Lafayette College, MBA degree from Rutgers University, Certified Management Consultant (“CMC”) while at Deloitte Consulting, and is a Reach-Certified Personal Branding Strategist. A champion and advocate for high-achieving children and young adults through providing higher education and internship opportunities, Jeff is committed to programs such as Future Possibilities, DMEF (serves on BOD), and EC’s Rising Stars. Jeff also actively pursues his passions as a championship tennis player and a world traveler.