CHICAGO, IL – (MARCH 17, 2026) – McDermott + Bull Interim Leaders, a trusted partner for time-sensitive interim leadership needs, is pleased to announce the addition of Chris Clarke as Managing Director, based in Chicago, Illinois. Chris joins the firm as McDermott + Bull Interim Leaders continues to expand its presence across the Midwest, further strengthening the firm’s ability to support organizations navigating leadership transitions, transformation, and time-sensitive business initiatives.
Chris brings nearly a decade of experience in executive consulting, interim leadership, and enterprise talent solutions, partnering with senior leadership teams to deliver on-demand executive talent. He has extensive experience working with C-level executives and investors, including private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, supporting organizations through periods of growth, change, and complex operational initiatives across a wide range of industries.
Earlier in his career, Chris held senior account leadership roles working with Fortune 500 organizations, where he partnered with enterprise clients to deliver large-scale collaboration and technology solutions. Over the course of his career, he has built a reputation as a trusted advisor to executive teams, helping organizations navigate leadership transitions and execute strategic initiatives with interim leadership solutions.
“Chris brings a strong consultative approach and a deep understanding of how organizations leverage interim leadership to solve critical challenges,” said James Hickey, President and Managing Partner of McDermott + Bull Interim Leaders. “His addition strengthens our presence in the Midwest while enhancing our ability to support private equity sponsors and operating teams with the experienced talent they need to execute on strategic priorities.”
As Managing Director, Chris will focus on expanding McDermott + Bull Interim Leaders’ presence across the Midwest, partnering with operating teams, private equity sponsors, and portfolio companies to deliver experienced interim executives who can provide immediate impact and support organizations during periods of transition and accelerated growth.
“I’m excited to join McDermott + Bull Interim Leaders and work alongside a team that is deeply committed to supporting organizations during critical moments of change,” said Chris Clarke, Managing Director at McDermott + Bull Interim Leaders. “Today’s business environment requires experienced leadership that can step in quickly and drive stability, operational improvement, and long-term growth. I look forward to partnering with executive teams and investors across the Midwest to deliver the expertise organizations need to move forward.”
About McDermott + Bull
McDermott + Bull is a full-service talent consultancy delivering personalized solutions across executive search, interim leadership, and high-performance coaching, dedicated to placing high-impact executive talent, bridging leadership gaps, and empowering teams to perform at their highest level. With experienced Partners across the United States, Canada, and Europe, the firm serves as a trusted advisor to private and public companies, private equity firms and their operating companies, non-profit organizations, and higher education institutions.