SkyWater Search Partners Bolsters Marketing & Creative Expertise with Katy Thieman’s Strategic Leadership

January 13, 2025

SkyWater Search Partners, a premier executive recruiting firm renowned for its commitment to excellence, is excited to announce the appointment of Katy Thieman as a Director within the newly expanded Marketing & Creative practice.  

“Katy’s impressive track record in the marketing and advertising sector and her dedication to fostering meaningful relationships make her an invaluable addition to our team,” said Adam Hoffarber, Managing Partner of SkyWater Search Partners. 

Katy joins SkyWater after a decade as the co-founder of Shine Mpls, a boutique recruitment firm specializing in the marketing and advertising industry. Her 20-year career spans various sectors, including consumer goods, retail, and advertising, where she has led teams in developing award-winning creative campaigns, built marketing strategies, and recruited exceptional talent. Katy’s deep understanding of the evolving marketing landscape positions her to complement SkyWater’s existing marketing and expanded creative practice. 

“I am excited and honored to join SkyWater Search Partners,” said Thieman. “The firm’s reputation for excellence and commitment to building lasting relationships resonates deeply with my approach to recruitment. I look forward to partnering with clients to uncover the marketing and creative leaders who will drive their brands forward and shape the future of their organizations.” 

SkyWater Search Partners, headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, specializes in executive and professional search across a multitude of industries and functional areas. The firm prides itself on delivering personalized, consultative services and fostering long-term partnerships with both clients and candidates. 

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About SkyWater Search Partners: SkyWater is the #1 ranked executive search firm in the Twin Cities metro and the tri-state area. Our practice areas encompass Accounting & Finance, Information Technology, Engineering, Operations & Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Human Resources, Legal, Consumer Packaged Goods, and Construction. For more information about SkyWater Search Partners and its services, visit skywatersearch.com.