A local footprint and an international wingspan

After obtaining a degree in engineering (IRASA), Laurent joined lift truck company Manitou, leading its first technician trainings. Subsequently at New Holland, FIAT’s agricultural division, his innovative product launch and sales events motivated the sales force to double market share. He joined Arthur Hunt in Prague as Managing Partner in 2020, installing a now-established series of interactive forums for the Czech business community. A passionate advocate of purpose-driven leadership, his raison d’être is to ‘initiate projects based in a common interest and trust, enabling people to fulfil their own Reason for Being’. Laurent is certified in coaching and Hogan Assessments. A native French speaker, he is fluent in English and Italian.

Alice has a 25-year track record in executive search. She joined a prestigious German personnel consulting firm as Researcher and Project Manager after finishing her PhD at the Faculty of Civil Engineering of the Czech Technical University. She has been working as an Executive Search Consultant since 2005. Alice supports international companies in mainly technical industries: automotive, manufacturing and engineering, building and construction, as well as retail and professional services. Her Reason for Being: “I create a safe space for people to express themselves to be happy.” A Czech national, Alice speaks German and English.

Prior to joining Arthur Hunt in 2024, Hélène was Head of Global Go to Market for Sanofi Pasteur, driving digital transformation via reverse mentoring and employee advocacy programs. She led an MBA program on resolving business issues and presenting recommendations to management. With success in a senior matrix role, she has led pharma firms at country, regional and global levels. She has a Doctorate in Pharmacy from the Montpellier University of Pharmacy, a Master’s in marketing from the Institut de Management des Industries de la Santé and has joined leadership programmes at INSEAD and Wharton. Her Reason for Being: “Embracing challenges I motivate all stakeholders to reach the objective in order to share outcomes.”

Eva has a background in HR management in FMCG, real estate, and hospitality. At a 4-star hotel in Prague she oversaw the full HR spectrum for over 50 staff, with a pivotal role in Responsible Business Management. This highlights her commitment to environmental, health and safety values. Her career is rooted in a passion for people, positively impacting their lives. Eva’s Reason for Being is: “I connect people in different situations by offering them the opportunity to create new valuable relationships.” Her credo: "live each day like it was the last." A native Czech speaker, fluent in English, she holds a Higher Professional Diploma in Economics and a certified advanced HR Training Program.

Kateřina is a seasoned HR professional with an academic background in Andragogy (lifelong education). Her career began in overseas medical recruitment. Moving to internal HR, Kateřina joined Amazon as an HR Advisor during the launch of a Fulfillment Center. She then progressed to Senior HR Business Partner at Amazon, gaining deep experience in HR strategy, employee relations and organizational growth. At Arthur Hunt, she focuses on identifying top talent in a range of production management roles. Her Reason for Being is: “I open people’s hearts by bringing confidence to help them overcome their issues.” A native Czech speaker, she is fluent in English.

With 17 years’ experience in staffing and executive search consulting, Andrea specializes in technical and senior management roles. At Jan Amos Komenský University in Prague she studied Human Resource Management and Andragogy (lifelong education). Andrea is committed to continuous development, particularly in foreign languages, focusing on English and French. Her clients appreciate her dedication to long-term strategic partnerships, expressed by her Reason for Being: “I am able to truly understand what my client wants, to benefit both of us.” Andrea has a passion for photography and participants at Arthur Hunt forums will regularly see her behind the lens of her Canon.

Communication is a core value for Pavla: connecting and encouraging people. She studied Librarianship at the Secondary School for Librarians, then at Charles University, moving to the USA on a scholarship at the University of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. With a doctorate in Information Studies and Librarianship, Pavla has 14 years’ experience as a researcher in international executive search. Today, as Arthur Hunt’s Office Manager, she oversees administration, finance and HR, and is Project Manager of our pioneering Reason for Being program. Pavla’s Reason for Being is: “Cultivate good relationships with others, with positive vibes and a well-balanced mindset.” She is a native Czech speaker, fluent in English and German.