Bringing Humanity Back to Hiring

Talent Intelligence + Authenticity + Industry Know-How = A Brighter Future of Work

Our Philosophy

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Human-Centric

People first. Always. We don't match resumes—we match values, vision, and chemistry. Your team will actually want to work together.

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Ethical

No shortcuts. No manipulation. We vet for integrity, governance mindset, and leaders who build sustainable competitive advantage—not shortcuts.

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Adaptable

FinTech pivots at light speed. We find leaders who thrive in ambiguity, learn fast, and reshape strategy without losing sight of the mission.

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Collaborative

We're your partner, not a vendor. We listen hard. We understand your culture, constraints, and dreams. We move fast because we're invested in your win.

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Metrics-Driven

Show don't tell. We track retention, performance, and impact. Our success is measured by your team's success, not placements made.

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AI Savvy

We speak your language. We understand the nuance of AI risk, model governance, and innovation. We find leaders who move the needle on innovation.

Our Recruiting Expertise

Revenue, Growth & Business Development

  • • Chief Revenue Officer
  • • VP of Partnerships
  • • Head of GTM Strategy
  • • Strategic Sales Lead
  • • AI Solutions Sales Director
  • • Head of Business Development — AI Products

FinTech & Digital Operations

  • • Head of Digital Assets
  • • Payments Strategy Lead
  • • Head of AI-Enabled Operations
  • • Director of Digital Transformation
  • • AI Product Manager — Financial Platforms

Risk, Security & Resilience

  • • Head of AI Risk
  • • Head of Cyber Risk
  • • Model Risk Manager
  • • Security Program Manager
  • • Resilience & Recovery Lead
  • • Algorithmic Risk Officer

Governance, Ethics & Compliance

  • • AI Policy Lead
  • • Ethics & Compliance Officer
  • • Data Privacy Director
  • • Head of Responsible AI
  • • Model Governance Manager

Data, Analytics & Research

  • • Chief Data Officer
  • • Head of Data Science — Financial Services
  • • Quantitative Researcher
  • • AI/Analytics Product Manager
  • • Head of Data Engineering

Leadership & Strategy

  • • Chief AI Officer
  • • VP of AI & Machine Learning
  • • Head of AI Strategy
  • • Director of AI Transformation

Innovation, Not Just Automation.

We believe the "Future of Work" belongs to those who bridge the gap between emerging technology and human intuition.

Ethical Governance

We don’t just match keywords; we vet for AI literacy and ethical stewardship. We find the CAIOs and Innovation Leaders who prioritize governance, transparency, and human-centric outcomes.

Inclusive GTM Strategy

As a woman-led firm, we understand that diversity is a strategic engine. We curate GTM and commercial leadership teams that reflect the diverse global markets they serve.

The Architecture of Opportunity: FAQ

How is Dreamore's search process "human-centric"?

We focus on "Human-First Intelligence." We use AI to handle the data-heavy lifting so our team can spend significantly more time vetting for culture, empathy, and ethical alignment—ensuring your leaders don't just have the skills, but the soul to match your mission.

Why do you focus on startups and middle-market firms?

In companies of 50 to 1,000 people, every leadership hire is a culture-defining event. We specialize here because this is the critical "Scale-Up" zone where a single GTM or Innovation leader can fundamentally shift the company’s trajectory.

What does a "Chief AI Officer" do if they aren't hands-on technical?

A CAIO at this level is an architect of innovation and an ethical steward. They bridge the gap between engineering capabilities and GTM strategy, ensuring that AI deployment is profitable, compliant, and human-aligned.

How do you find GTM leaders who understand the FinTech "Trust Gap"?

FinTech sales and marketing require a unique blend of technical literacy and high-stakes trust. We curate leaders who prioritize long-term stewardship over aggressive "growth hacks," ensuring your market presence is built on unshakeable credibility.

As a woman-led firm, how do you approach diversity?

Diversity isn't a metric for us; it's a competitive engine. We leverage our deep, 30-year network to surface underrepresented voices who are often missed by traditional search firms, ensuring your leadership team reflects your global customer base.

Why does FinTech need specialized executive search?

Annemarie Penny built Dreamore to solve a problem she saw firsthand: traditional recruiters can't keep pace with FinTech's speed or complexity. We're a boutique firm that obsesses over the intersection of AI, GTM, and governance. We move fast, we understand the space, and we find leaders who actually move the needle.

How do you vet for "Ethical AI" literacy?

We use a mix of data science/AI tools balanced with our authentic human experience and instinct to present candidates with real-world governance and innovation dilemmas. We look for leaders who prioritize transparency and human-centric outcomes, ensuring your AI strategy is "future-forward" and responsible.

What is the typical search timeline?

We are built for the speed of California tech. Typically, you will see a curated shortlist of 3–5 pre-vetted, high-alignment candidates within 14 to 21 days. We prioritize quality over volume to protect your time.

How do you handle "passive" executive talent?

The best leaders aren't looking; they are building. Our approach is based on 30 years of reputation-based storytelling. We invite them to help