Stage-Specific expertise
Delivering the right leadership at every stage
We specialize in placing technical executives and strategic hires tailored to the distinct challenges of venture-backed, private equity-backed, and late-stage/public growth companies.
Venture-backed
With roots in Silicon Valley, Riviera understands the unique needs of early-stage startups and those in rapid growth phases. We’re passionate about aligning innovative technical leaders with companies aiming to disrupt industries and define new markets.
Our track record includes over 600 placements from Seed through Series B, and we’ve partnered with 300+ unicorns, both pre- and post-IPO. Our deep connections and commitment to excellence ensure we align the visions of founders and investors while fostering strong company cultures.


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Private Equity-backed
We understand the unique challenges faced by private equity-backed companies and specialize in connecting seasoned technology and product executives with a proven industry track record of managing growth profitably through successful exits. Our deep expertise and superior access to top technical leaders make us a secret weapon for PE investors and operating partners.
With a dedicated team, we continue to accelerate the growth of PE-backed companies by providing the transformational leadership they need to navigate their unique challenges and drive success.


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Public / Late-Stage
At Riviera Partners, we partner with the most established, large-scale private and publicly traded enterprises to connect them with transformational technology talent at all levels, from mid-level roles to senior C-suite positions. Our search partners, many of whom have backgrounds in some of the largest tech companies, deeply understand the complexities and challenges of making executive hires in late-stage and public companies.
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