Frances Carley is a MedTech Leader for EMEA at Spencer Stuart, where she leads the firm’s Medical Technology Practice across Europe. Based in Amsterdam, Frances is a core member of the Healthcare and Private Equity practices, specializing in building best-in-class leadership teams for global organizations. Her expertise spans the full spectrum of healthcare innovation, including medical devices, diagnostics, and life science tools, as well as specialized services like CRO/CMO/CDMO and healthcare-focused private equity. Frances is particularly focused on identifying "next-generation" leaders—executives who possess the agility and foresight to rethink traditional challenges in the healthcare field. Her advisory approach is multifaceted, encompassing not only senior-level executive search but also Succession Planning, Executive Assessment, and Board Services. She serves as a strategic partner to healthcare organizations and private equity firms, helping them secure the leadership necessary to drive both clinical impact and commercial performance. Her professional background provides a rare combination of legal rigor and strategic commercial insight. Before entering executive search in 2014, Frances practiced Corporate Law at Ropes & Gray LLP in Boston, giving her a deep understanding of the regulatory and governance frameworks that govern the global healthcare industry. She also gained high-level strategic experience through an MBA rotation with Nike EMEA, focusing on retail solutions and organizational strategy. Frances is a high-achiever academically, graduating as the Valedictorian of her MBA class at the University of Amsterdam. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Government from Hamilton College, where she graduated cum laude. This blend of philosophical inquiry, legal expertise, and business excellence allows her to offer a sophisticated, analytical perspective to her clients, ensuring that leadership placements are strategically sound and ethically grounded. Key Areas of Expertise European MedTech Leadership: Directing Spencer Stuart’s strategy for medical technology across the EMEA region. Private Equity Focus: Specialized in the unique talent needs of private equity-backed healthcare companies, from due diligence to portfolio leadership. Next-Gen Talent: Identifying future-ready leaders capable of navigating digital health transformations and evolving pharma services. Board & Succession Advisory: Providing data-driven insights to help Boards manage long-term transitions and enhance organizational effectiveness.