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Business Talent Group

Pacific Palisades, US · Founded 2006 · California LLC · 477 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors

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Founders & leadership

Business Talent Group was founded in 2006 by Amelia Tyagi and Jody Miller.

ATAmelia Tyagi
Amelia TyagiinCo-CEO and Co-Founder2005–2021Amelia Tyagi co-founded Business Talent Group, a talent marketplace for senior independent professionals and interim executives, and served as co-CEO before becoming CEO of the subsidiary following its 2021 acquisition by Heidrick & Struggles. She has held board and advisory roles across nonprofit organizations focused on public policy, government effectiveness, women's rights, and climate conservation.
JMJody Miller
Jody MillerinFounder and CEO/Senior Advisor(2023)2007–2023Co-founder and former CEO of Business Talent Group, a consulting platform acquired by Heidrick and Struggles in 2021. Previously held senior roles including venture partner at Maveron (education and media focus), executive vice president of Americast, and White House Special Assistant to President Clinton.
PPPatricia Petersen
Patricia PeterseninOf Counsel

Board

AHAdam Hopkins
Adam HopkinsinBoard directorManaging Director at NextEquity Partners
JG
John GriffenBoard director

Investors · 1

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$13.9M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2016–2018

$6MraisedSep 2018 · 2 investors · Business Services
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Patricia PetersenExecutive Officer
  • Amelia TyagiExecutive Officer, Director
  • John GriffenDirector
  • Adam HopkinsDirector
  • Jody MillerExecutive Officer, Director
  • Frank WilliamsDirector
Offering amount
$8M
Amount sold
$6M
First sale
Aug 2018
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, California
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$7.9MraisedSep 2016 · 8 investors · Business Services
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Adam HopkinsDirector
  • Amelia TyagiExecutive Officer, Director
  • John GriffenDirector
  • Patricia PetersenExecutive Officer
  • Jody MillerExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$8M
Amount sold
$7.9M
First sale
Aug 2016
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, California
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

Who founded Business Talent Group?
Business Talent Group was founded by Amelia Tyagi, Jody Miller in 2006.
Who are Business Talent Group's investors?
Business Talent Group's investors include NextEquity Partners.
How much funding has Business Talent Group raised?
Business Talent Group has disclosed $13.9M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Business Talent Group headquartered?
Business Talent Group is headquartered in Pacific Palisades, US.