Julian Ha is a Partner at Heidrick & Struggles and the Global Head of the Government & Corporate Affairs Practice. Based in Washington, D. C., he specializes in recruiting CEOs, Board Members, and senior executives for Fortune 500 companies, multinational associations, and social enterprises. Julian’s unique advisory perspective is built on a multidisciplinary background in corporate law, investment banking, and venture capital. He previously practiced law at elite firms such as Paul Weiss and Linklaters, advising on IPOs and cross-border M&A in New York, London, and Singapore. His operational depth includes serving as Executive Vice President of a London-based VC fund and leading European business development for Capital IQ. A seasoned director, Julian is the Chair Emeritus of the AESC and the Public Affairs Council. He holds a JD from NYU School of Law, an MSc from LSE, and Master’s degrees from Harvard and Cornell Universities.