The Hollins Group, Inc.

Areas of Expertise

Retained executive search.

Organization Profile

Since 1988, The Hollins Group Inc., one of the nation’s largest and oldest African American-owned retained executive search firms, has been providing select clients with a range of human capital solutions, including senior-level executive search, board director appointments and strategic leadership services. The Hollins Group has offices in Chicago, IL; New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; Westport, CT; and international affiliates in 21 cities across Europe and the Far East.

Professional Background

Lawrence Hollins has more than 25 years of business experience from the consumer products, chemicals, consulting, and direct response industries. He has held senior positions in human resources, consulting, and administration with the Quaker Oats Co., and GRI Corporation.

Business/Community Affiliations

  • Board Member, The Hollins Group Inc.
  • National Board Member, Sickle Cell Disease Association of America
  • Board Member, Inner Voice (Homeless Shelter Organization)
  • Board Member, Safer Foundation’s Pivotal Advisory Board
  • President's Council, Museum of Science and Industry

Clients Include

  • The Coca-Cola Company
  • Harley-Davidson Inc.
  • HSBC
  • Lockheed-Martin Corporation
  • Sears, Roebuck & Company
  • Starbucks Corporation
  • University of Chicago
  • University of Virginia
  • Whirlpool Corporation