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.

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.

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 15 years’ experience in project management and HR, gained in corporate and non-profit organizations. She has led or collaborated on complex projects with international reach, devoted herself to the development of professional communities, and coordinated strategic planning and communication between key representatives of professional associations across countries. In HR, she specialized in employee cycle management and inter-departmental HR processes. Her analytical thinking, languages and multicultural background help her to connect teams and support meaningful, effective cooperation. With a Master’s in International Regional Studies and Anthropology, she speaks Czech (native), English, Dutch and Italian. “I create a safe space for people to be authentic,” is her Reason for Being.

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.

Daniela built her professional career in recruitment, identifying, approaching, and securing top talent for key leadership roles. Experienced in HR strategy and employer branding, she aligns organizational needs with talent that delivers real value. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing from the University of New York in Prague. She co-authored the study “Your Second First Impression: The Art of Startup Rebranding” published in the Journal of Posthumanism: analyzing the impact of rebranding strategies on marketing performance and brand perception. In 2025, she spoke at UNYP CareerXpo, a prestigious event connecting students with industry leaders. Her Reason for Being: “Thanks to my willing mindset I convince people to make possible what they think is impossible”.

Erik’s work is grounded in analytical discipline: a systematic and data-driven approach to the human challenge of connecting talent with opportunity. His career began in technical recruitment at Vacuumlabs, sourcing talent for complex, niche roles, working with intricate recruitment systems. He developed and customized recruitment databases, created reports, and oversaw the migration to new software. As Talent Acquisition Sourcer at Lenovo, Erik focused on building strong talent pools and candidate relationships. At Arthur Hunt, he combines technical proficiency with a deep understanding of human potential. This blend enables him to precisely interpret client needs and identify exceptional candidates. Erik’s Reason for Being: "I find the importance of details to make people feel more valued."

Veronika is an HR specialist focused on executive search and building teams where people find their true place. She graduated with a degree in Engineering Economics from VŠEM in 2025 and previously gained three years of experience in internal HR at two startup organizations, where she was the sole HR professional supporting teams of 35 and 60 people. She has hands-on experience in recruiting, onboarding, and setting up HR processes, and is currently focused on finding outstanding executives who not only meet the requirements of clients, but also align perfectly with the company culture.