Chris Lincoln

About Chris Lincoln

As an executive search leader specializing in plastics manufacturing, with a strong focus on injection molding and medical devices, I have built and led a national practice that partners with owners, boards, and senior leadership teams to secure top talent in operations, engineering, and executive leadership.My expertise lies in delivering hard-to-find leaders who drive measurable business impact, whether through confidential retained searches, succession planning, or strategic growth initiatives. Known for a consultative and relationship-driven approach, I combine deep industry knowledge with a proven ability to identify, engage, and place transformative talent in highly competitive markets.Beyond execution, I advise clients on hiring strategy and talent acquisition trends, helping them strengthen leadership teams and position their organizations for long-term success.

Experience

1. Director, Medical Devices & Injection Molding

   Kla Industries Executive Search For Plastics & Packaging

   Jun 2022 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

   Lead KLA’s national executive search practice for the medical device and injection molding sectors. Partner with owners, boards, and senior leaders to deliver transformative talent in operations, sales, engineering, and executive leadership. Manage retained and engaged searches with a focus on discretion, speed, and measurable impact.

Education

• Xavier University

  Bachelor's degree, Economics

Skills

• Financial Services
• Series 7
• Consumer Lending
• Customer Service
• Strategic Financial Planning
• Series 63
• Credit
• Investment Strategies
• Portfolio Management
• Loans
• Asset Managment
• Management
• Relationship Management
• Recruiting
• Investments
• Commercial Lending
• Credit Analysis
• Financial Analysis
• Search
• Asset Allocation
• Banking
• Mutual Funds
• Mortgage Lending
• Wealth Management
• Loan Origination
• Leadership
• Commercial Banking
• Retirement Planning
• Investment Advisory
• Sales