Nick Layton

Nick Layton is the Vice President of Sales at KeyHires, where he leads revenue growth, client acquisition, and strategic sales initiatives across the organization. Drawing on more than 15 years of experience in executive search and talent consulting, Nick partners with organizations to help them solve complex hiring challenges through data-driven talent acquisition.

Throughout his career, Nick has built a reputation as a trusted advisor who understands the intersection of business strategy and talent. His deep knowledge of the Industrial, Technology, and Financial sectors enables him to help clients identify opportunities, develop talent strategies, and build the teams necessary to support long-term growth.

Prior to joining KeyHires, Nick served as a Managing Consultant with Korn Ferry, where he led searches across corporate development, risk management, procurement, and financial planning and analysis functions.

Before Korn Ferry, Nick spent more than a decade with Stanton Chase International, conducting over 350 executive search engagements and supporting clients throughout the Midwest. Recognized for his leadership potential and business impact, he was selected for Stanton Chase’s prestigious High Potential Program, an initiative designed to develop the firm’s next generation of global leaders.

Nick earned his degree in International Business from Lake Forest College, where he was a member of the college’s golf team.