Meet the team
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Steve B. Watson Managing Director Steve had a successful management career in the technology industry before joining executive search in 1995. His business experience included being Chairman and CEO of a security products company, serving as Regional Director for Tandem Computers, and holding senior management positions at Burroughs Corporation. This extensive business management experience including serving on the Board of Micronyx, Inc., along with his successful search career, allows him to bring a unique perspective and added value to his clients. He focuses on serving domestic and international clients in all technology sectors and recruits for Board members and executive positions, as well as Chief Information Officers across industries. Steve received his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from the University of Wisconsin, and his MBA from Southern Methodist University (SMU). He is active in the community and has served on numerous Boards for civic organizations. He is also active in several industry organizations including the Tech Titan Awards. Industry Practice Expertise:
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Rick DavisDirector Rick has over 25 years of senior level executive search experience within the oil and gas industry and related financial services sectors. Prior to joining Stanton Chase in 2002, Rick operated his own search practice (Alliance Energy Services) for over seven years, assisting both U.S. and multi-national oil and gas clients with their management needs throughout North and South America, West Africa, Indonesia and the Middle East. Prior to establishing Alliance Energy, Rick spent 15 years with the executive search division of KPMG Peat Marwick, later known as Foster Partners. During his tenure with the firm, he served as the Managing Director for the Southwest Region with responsibility for up to six consultants in the KPMG Dallas and Houston offices providing recruiting services across a broad range of industries including energy, banking and financial services, hospitality, real estate and insurance. Rick graduated from Austin College with a B.A. degree in Business Administration and has worked with many civic and academic institutions including the Greater Dallas Planning Council, the University of Texas at Dallas Citizens Council and the University of North Texas Accounting Department. He is also a past board member of the Austin College National Alumni Association and past President of the school's "A" Association. Industry Practice Expertise:
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